Upgrade Your Home: 6 Overlooked Areas You’re Probably Ignoring (2 of 4)

3. The Basement That Time Forgot

Much like the attic, basements tend to serve as the graveyard for old furniture, discarded computer monitors and keyboards, and participation trophies from youth sports. Why not upgrade your home by turning it into an entertainment center, home theater, or even a personal bar? With a clear vision and a bit of work, your basement can instantly become one of the most versatile rooms in the house.

1. The Neglected Space Above the Garage

There’s a good chance you either keep the space above the garage empty or are using it to store junk like broken appliances and boxes labeled “miscellaneous.” The good news is that it has plenty of potential. All it takes is a bit of inexpensive insulation, drywall, and flooring to transform the space into an extra bedroom, private home office, playroom for the kids, or personal gym for getting swole. It’s a brilliant way to add usable square footage without straight-up expanding the walls of your home!