House Floor Plans With a Basement

This is the right page, no matter the type of basement you want. Whether you want a home that has a walkout basement or a one-story with a basement, we’ve got it. These are great features to have and provide you with the storage space you’ve wanted. You’ll find all our house plans with a basement on this page.

Suppose you have a passion for fixing up old motorcycles. The basement space provides enough flexibility to make it happen. It can be your rustic, unfinished retreat at the end of a long day. It’s the place you go to make craft creations come alive.

Basements house plans are great. However, here’s an additional list of features for you to consider.

Features to consider
	Open floor	Small, with garage
Small, 3 bedroom	Walkout basement	Tiny, with loft
Small ranch	Log cabin	small

Basements have so many advantages. It is besides providing additional storage. If you are changing your furniture, they can act as an intermediary place to put stuff in that is going out. It means as where you put old furniture temporarily. You don’t want excess furniture standing around in an already stuffed living room.

Most teenagers would also dream of having their room down there. It is usually a secluded part of the house, where they would more so be able to feel independent. Instead of having a bedroom that shares walls with the master suite, the basement acts as a second master suite.

One-Story House Can Still Have a Basement

So, you have already decided that you’re not interested in a two-story home. Instead, you want a single-level one. But not just any single level one. You’re specifically interested in one-story designs with a basement as the foundation. It is exactly what we are going to share with you here.

This design is convenient to consider because you don’t have to climb a staircase. When you want to get to your bedroom, it’s right there. A one-story design can still have a basement that provides many benefits. There’s also the specific style that includes a walkout basement. If you have a property on a sloped lot, it will give you easier access and more sunlight. You can find ones like that on this page too. Walkout basements have a specific page that is the particular style you are hoping for.

Basements are great if you need additional storage space or a man cave. Maybe a man cave is a thing that’s been on your mind for a very long time. Getting a basement when you’re building is the way to achieve it. It may turn out to be the place where you end up placing that gym you’ve been wanting.

No matter your desire to get features, look around the site, and reach out if you have any questions.

Daylight Basements

Some people only see problems if they’re building on a sloping lot. Some see the opportunity to turn a beautiful mountain lot into a charming retreat using a daylight basement.

Instead of having the usual one, use the sunlight to your advantage. Don’t just use it for storage. Use the fact that you have an additional space that can be made functional during the day. Adding windows to let in sunlight turns it so functional. Suppose you’re building on a sufficiently steep slope. You may even be able to make it a walkout basement. You don’t just get in sunlight, but you have free access to leave through also.

Not all homes are meant to be built on flat surfaces. You can easily make a well-lit space a bonus room for your Mother-in-law, guests, or a gym. If you choose to finish it, it can be used for the man cave you may have always wanted. Maybe you want a yoga studio? It can also be the place where you store bikes or other yard equipment.

Let us know if you can’t find the daylight basement designs you were looking for!

A Bonus Room

Certain rooms may be added to a house even if they don’t qualify as traditional rooms. Some of our blueprints specifically contain bonus rooms.

Bonus rooms are the ones that may not meet the local building code requirements as a normal room. It usually has to do with lacking certain things such as a window, or a closet. However, this will be determined by your county’s codes.

These rooms may not necessarily be classified as traditional rooms, but they are still highly functional. They are usually used for a myriad of things, including an office, guest room. It’s a perfect place for your Mother-in-law, a yoga studio, a gaming room, a man cave, or a gym.

The bonus rooms may not be able to raise the resale value as much as a traditional room would. You may not think about installing the necessary outlets right now. Doing so, installing outlets could be a thing you’re ending up having to do at a later point.

A bonus room can be included in the usual Cape Cod style with sloped roofs. These may also affect the functionality of the space. It may not be ideal for the resale value, since these rooms don’t offer quality as traditional ones. They also won’t count for your property taxes.

Modern or not, here we come. Do you want open floors?

Some people may associate these as a more traditional way of building. That isn’t always the case as many beautiful, modern options have this feature. If you have specific features in mind that you want to have incorporated, such as a modern, open floor layouts are great. All you have to do is appropriately set up the various parameters. The platform will automatically show you the modern basement house plans that fit your requirements.

Small or large, or perhaps even on a hillside

We understand that our users span a vast number of preferences. It often means that someone may want a smaller design. Others are looking for something more substantial leaning towards the larger side. Maybe you want a mansion with a basement. We can accommodate the various groups no matter your preferences. We even have floor plans that work if you plan to build on a hillside.

Sloped lot

One of the most requested features is that they are looking for an option that includes a walkout basement. The convenience it provides is great. Coupled with a sloped lot that they’re working on, it’s an obvious design style. Usually, you also have a great view when you have a sloped lot. How great would it be to have the additional square footage? A basement provides it while still being readily accessible from the outside.

Simple ranch, rambler, a bar layout, a finished bedroom

Ranches and rambler houses are typically single-story and very spread out. They’re not ideal for narrow lots of land. Still, it is a very popular style if you’re living somewhere where a narrow lot is not your concern.

Other users may find that what they’re looking for is really to create a bar. The man cave you have always been dreaming of could really use it! Perhaps you’re looking for a cozy place to hang out.

Suppose you are looking for the possibility of finishing a bedroom in the basement. In that case, you may be looking to get a design that adequately addresses those needs. It saves you from having to start thinking about it years from now.

Small lake retreat

Besides sloping lots, many of our users are also requesting walkout basements. It’s because they’re trying to build a small or large lake house. When people go to their lake retreats, there are features that they tend to find useful. Some of those include how many people they usually have visiting them when they go. Suppose you usually gather a bigger group when going there. In that case, you may want something bigger than a 2, 3, or 4 bedroom place. You may even be desiring to look in our section of mansions instead. If that’s not the case, something smaller may suffice. You can adjust the platform’s parameters to find the floor plans that have the size you like.

Basement garage and a mountain retreat?

Having a garage in the basement is a popular option that persists through our 3-story designs. It’s also popular in many other categories. A drive-under option is appealing to many. You can drive up and enter and not have to inconveniently get out of your car to step out in the rain. It is very practical, especially when you have luggage or groceries carried inside. We also have designs of this style that are more rustic. Some are made with the intention of building them in the middle of the mountains. They’re made to take advantage of the gorgeous views mountains provide.

2-story options, tiny ones and more

One of the main benefits of our platform is the many different filters you can apply. They can be used on any floor plans that we offer. If you are looking for something that is specifically 2-story, we can accommodate that request.

You can find tiny options that still have exactly the square footage you are looking for. All you have to do is figure out what your requirements. We’ll take it from there. You can even find 800, 1,000, and 2,200 square foot options with basements.

A-frame

Many families want something that stands out. That is one of the reasons people often start looking into the A-frame designs. They lend themselves beautifully to the addition of a basement. We also have H-shaped homes if you want to stand out in the neighborhood you’re building in. Those are less likely to have a basement when compared to their A-framed counterparts.

1500 sq ft, 1.5 story or split-level

The average size we usually have in this category is about 1,500 sq ft. It’s the typical size home of an American family. People craving the functionality are also looking for 1.5 story options and split-level ones. We also have cute Craftsman cottages. You can even turn a basement into an in-law suite. It can help keep the in-law at arm’s length by having them stay in the basement. Sometimes it can feel necessary with the in-laws.

Are you looking to include an extra bedroom?

There are situations where you may find yourself needing an extra bedroom. Perhaps you invited the in-laws over. It could also be that you like hosting parties with your friends. Rather than having them drive home at the end of the night, offer them a place to stay.

There is a great thing about building something that has a basement in it. You won’t necessarily have to decide right now what you intend on using it for. It may very well be that you leave the room unfinished and temporarily use it for storage. When the time comes in the future, you can figure out the best use for the space. You can take the necessary money and invest it to turn the basement into the space for your needs.

However, suppose you don’t decide whether or not you need a basement before building. In that case, you will likely not end up with one. It’s not a feature that is simple to add afterward. Adding a bonus room or perhaps add a second floor is a lot easier. The lower level is where the foundation is. If you want a basement, it is a decision that needs to be made before you start.

Many people find out too late that they wish they would have considered the basement. Their future dream could be put on hold as a consequence. It’s no matter if it’s a mansion or not. You can’t just install a basement afterward.

One of the most popular options

Consider the many different functions that a basement may add. It’s not a surprise why it is so attractive to many families. It may not necessarily be counted towards the official size of the house. A basement still provides many options that you might not otherwise have had access to. That is, at least without building a more expensive house. Some people may choose a more minimalist lifestyle. A decent amount of stuff may end up accumulating if you have a family. We would all like to believe we do what we have to clean the house. The reality is that most families don’t do a yearly cleaning where they review all the things that have accumulated.

Having access to a basement is a nice way to ensure you have some slack cleaning out your house. Rather than doing a yearly cleaning, the storage space can let you clean every 5 years instead. The basement can therefore provide you with the peace of mind you have been looking for.

When it comes to these, they are not all made equal. You can get modern homes with basements. The most popular style is still the traditional farmhouse. It is a versatile style that has the advantage that it fits the needs of many different families. It makes it easy to sell when you start considering that at some point. Farmhouses are very sought after. Some of their popular features include their wide porches at the front. What is better than coming back after a long day at work and opening a beer outside? It is also a style that doesn’t try and do anything too fancy for the roof. Gables are a common feature and this simpler roof structure. Aspiring builders often forget that the more advanced the roofing structure is, the more expensive it will be. It is not necessarily an expensive installation. Rather it’s the overall framing, which starts to become very advanced.

Farmhouses are usually rectangular, which has a bunch of benefits. You are better off making sure that you have found the right design before you start building. There are times in our lives where our needs may change. The farmhouse provides a good foundation to build on, even if your needs change later. Our recommendation is always to account for potential changes when picking out the house design. The farmhouse’s rectangular shape makes it a lot easier to add on additions 10 years from now. May you suddenly realize you can’t live without a man cave. When you start building homes with very sophisticated outer walls, making alterations is tricky. You find that the possibility for additions becomes a very expensive endeavor.

Given their shape and size, farmhouses is a great style to go with. It’s especially the case when you aren’t restricted by building on a narrow piece of land. Maybe you have a massive lot. If you live in the countryside, you can imagine why they already match the outbuildings. There is a reason why the style got the name that it has!

It’s great that you have found out your family needs a basement. There are other potential factors are to consider as well. For instance, maybe you want something with a vintage feel.

Special factors to consider
Beaches	Waterfront	Hillside
Duplex	Vintage	Narrow lot

Some of our other recommendations

We have kept telling you this throughout the article. It’s important you sit down and make sure you understand your family’s housing needs. When it comes to building something with a basement, figure out what it’ll be used for. Figuring out your family’s needs requires figuring out things like how much space you are hoping to have. How many bedrooms will you need? Will someone be using the space as a bedroom? What’s the purpose of the garage? The more of these things that you have already figured out, the better. Get them all figured out before you start the building process. It makes you more likely to avoid mistakes that could be expensive to remedy. Are there specific features you want your basement to have? What are you planning to use it for? Are you using it for storage? You have more freedoms than if you plan on using it for a bedroom. Suppose you intend to use it as a bedroom. In that case, you are ideally building on a sloped lot. It is possible to install a window and ensure that some natural light can enter the room.

It can also be a perfect place where your in-laws can stay as they come over. Youn won’t have to build another bedroom upstairs. Are you planning on using the space and renting it out as a separate unit? In that case, you will need to ensure that the basement has many different features. Ensure it has both a bathroom and a kitchen. Your basement could also benefit from a separate entrance. Suppose you plan to rent it out and thereby subsidize the mortgage you have. It can make your living situation very cheap! Tenants can come and leave without going through the main house with a separate entrance. You would always want to ensure that you rent it out to someone you trust. A separate entrance also provides the benefit of you having more privacy. It is calming to know you can walk to the refrigerator on the main floor in the middle of the night. You don’t have to fear someone walking in on you.

If you plan to use the basement for your gym, make sure you have figured out the dimensions required. Your dream gym may have size requirements, and it means you need a certain size basement. How many machines will you need to include on the lower floor? How much space will you need to use the space as intended?

Even after determining you want one, you will have to consider which style is right for your dream space.

Styles to consider
Mansion	Victorian
Ranch	Usonian
Barndominium	Small cottage

Is a 2 bedroom big enough for you?

If you plan to build something for yourself, perhaps the 2 bedroom options are the right choice. It allows you to have a master suite and an additional bedroom. You can use the bedroom as an office or a guest bedroom. It will still have the convenience offered by the basement. There are great thing about these designs. When you choose a design that includes one bedroom, the lower floor may end being your place to retreat to. The basement serves as your backup bedroom. We generally recommend families build houses with a spare bedroom. The basement space can easily serve as your backup space for storage. Whether you are building a rambler or a modern one, this page has some great options. Suppose you are rather looking for designs that have 4 bedrooms. In that case, you can use a filter. We will automatically adjust your search.

Our philosophy

Have you found the right house basement floor plans for you? We want you to end up with the home that is perfect for you! Making changes later is doable. It isn’t necessarily cheap. Did you find you want to install both a bathroom and a kitchen in the basement after starting the building process? These are things that commonly require additional building permits. You could end up setting the project back another month.

Hopefully, it should be clear by now that we want your building project to go smoothly. We are not pressuring you to buy our basement floor plans. We’ve talked about theimportant things to consider when including a basement in your building project. Make sure that you realize the important features you dungeon needs. Knowing what you will use it for is the way to ensure you get what you want.

Have you made sure that the features won’t go well with the type of plan you are considering?

What is the next step from here?

You may have started browsing some of the available designs on this page. Have you found ones with the right basement? Have you sat down with your family to make sure you know who will use it as a bedroom? Have you made sure to look up how you’ll be keeping it dry? How will you insulate the space?

You can also follow links to our single-story designs or 2-story blueprints. They’re listed on specific pages and come with basement, too. We still encourage you to check out the different basement styles. If you find a design, it may not fit your needs 100%. Drawings can often be adjusted. We can adjust them for you.

What sort of changes are possible?

It is difficult for us to tell you whether we can make the desired design changes. To know whether it is possible or not, we will need to know what you want changed for the basement. Are you looking to turn a 3-bedroom into one with 4 bedrooms? If so, are you simply wanting to put up an additional wall? Are you hoping to do it by adding an addition to the home? Certain things are easy to do, whereas others aren’t. The best way to find out if it is feasible is to contact one of our architects. We will sit down and figure out how much work it is to implement the design changes.

Some of the changes are usually a lot easier to implement than others. Are you hoping to increase the size of the place from 1,200 square feet to 1,500? Are you rather looking to increase the size from 1,700 square feet to 2,500 square feet? The cost of the changes will usually be proportional to the amount of work that needs to be put in. Making an addition to the design may or may not otherwise affect the rest of the house. If it doesn’t, it’s a lot more manageable. When you start wanting changes that impact other aspects, many components will be modified.

Suppose you found a design that doesn’t currently include a basement. In that case, we may be able to adapt it. If you have other questions, we are happy to help you out!