![]() ![]() You can catch a glimpse of the whiskey collection through this tempting speakeasy window. Today, the same type of small security opening, with a tiny hinged door, is called a speakeasy window. ![]() Speakeasies would often feature a locked door, with a small window at eye level, that was opened to exchange secret passwords for admission. Speakeasy bars grew in popularity during the Prohibition era (1920-1933) when the sale, manufacture and transport of alcohol was illegal throughout the United States. The new custom keystone displays 1898, the year the home was built in Old Town Fort Collins. The custom stairs to the speakeasy were stained and distressed to match the original ceiling beams and posts in this part of the basement. On the far wall to the right, a custom three-paneled black metal barn door conceals the closetĪ brick accent wall and tin ceiling tiles, matching those used in the rec room, were repeated for design continuity.īeyond the custom arched door is the entrance to the speakeasy – a whiskey cellar and tasting room inspired by the underground bars of the Prohibition era. Just down the hall is the spacious guest bedroom. In the hallway between the rec room and the guest bedroom, is a door to the kids’ secret playroom tucked under the stairs. This basement remodel is full of fun doors that lead to fun spaces. Lighting makes the upper cabinets, mirrored backsplash, and floating glass shelves really pop. We love the wire mesh door inserts, antique brass hardware, and dark granite countertop in a leathered finish. ![]() You know the homeowner is a serious bartender when you install an automatic glass rinser! We added two new upper cabinets to the existing lower base cabinets, and gave them all a fresh coat of paint. The rec room includes pool table, shuffleboard, wet bar and multiple seating areas. Similar to the window ledge, the metal post table has an oxidized copper finish, decorative rivets and metal corbels. The red felt on the pool table is a true showstopper, and the brick accent wall gives the room additional texture and character.Īnd tin ceiling tiles add more vintage appeal to the newly renovated space.Ĭreating a post table is a clever way to camouflage structural support beams in a basement, and it’s practical to boot. The television is big enough to check the score of your favorite team while you play pool, but not so massive that it dominates the space. The expanse of engineered hardwood flooring makes the basement feel larger. ![]() The fan motif on the metal corbels reflects an Art Deco influence from the 1920s and 30s. The window ledge, made from steel with an oxidized copper finish, runs the entire length of the room. Personal touches, like this antique wall telephone, lend vintage charm to the eclectic design. Located right off the stairs, the rec room immediately draws you in, and sets the tone for this stunning basement hangout. The result is an inviting gathering space that reflects the personalities of the homeowners.Īs the main gathering space, the rec room is the perfect place for entertaining. In addition to creating a guest bedroom and family-friendly rec room, we converted their utility room into a hidden speakeasy that showcases their extensive collection of rare whiskeys from around the world. When our clients moved to Fort Collins to be closer to their children and grandkids, they wanted to transform their basement into the family gathering space – with a twist. ![]()
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