Tampa Vacation Home
Multi-Functional Basement Remodel
How does a team of Knoxville Interior Designers get hired to update an entire vacation home in Tampa, Florida? Having amazing clients who wouldn’t dream of moving into a new home without their favorite Rowan Hall ladies!
After completing a full-service interior renovation of the family’s Knoxville residence, our clients invited Rowan Hall to give their new vacation home a fresh new look. We gave an inside look at the primary bedroom of this Tampa vacation home, and now we’re heading down to the basement to break down how we created the ultimate hangout spot.
No Working Allowed
The previous owners of this home used their basement as a home office, but vacation homes are not meant for working! Our clients intend to use their second home as a weekend getaway and a place to rejuvenate with their family. We decided that bonus room for relaxing and extra accommodations would serve them better, so we started planning for this multifunctional space!
This space had a leg-up on other basements due to the three windows letting in natural light. There was also a bathroom, which meant it could be used as an extra bedroom. The clients agreed that that would suit their needs. Having an extra bed meant more visitors could come, including their aging parents. 
Although we agreed to include a bed in this space, we didn’t want to eliminate any other potential use for this space. It could also be a great hangout spot for the clients’ young adult children or a quiet place to read. Therefore, we opted for a comfortable, space-saving Murphy bed that could stay folded in the wall when not in use. The piece is flanked by shelving and can be pulled out easily for a comfortable sleeping spot when visitors come to stay.
A Place to Unwind
Comfort was key in this space, so we brought in a custom sofa in performance fabric and upholstered ottoman for lounging. The lightweight ottoman was a better option for rearranging than a heavy coffee table, and the fun striped fabric we chose gives a pop of color to this neutral room.
More vibrant colors and bold patterns were incorporated in the throw pillows and custom draperies. We wanted the space to feel youthful and modern. A mix of patterns in shades of aqua and lime green give that fun flair our clients were looking for. Geometric style lamps and an epoxy side table add more style to this otherwise neutral room.
The rug we chose also gives a neutral base for the fun patterns to pop. A rug makes any room cozier and will also dampen the noise in this case. Layers of texture and color make this once dreary basement an inviting space for the whole family.
Room for All
Although our clients didn’t need this space to function as a home office, it would still make a great place to work from home! The beauty of this basement is that the options are endless! Rest and relax, curl up with a book, have a movie night, or pull out the Murphy bed for a good night’s sleep. This flex room is cozy and inviting enough for all of it!
Even if you don’t have a spare room in your second home for us to play with like these clients do, you probably could use some multifunctional solutions in your own home! Our team of design experts can come up with simple solutions to make your life much easier and your home much more livable for you. Give us a call to get started planning your home project today!
