fixin' the ole basement...

we have a gianormous basement that's totally not utilized to its maximum potential. of course i have grand plans of renovating it into a laundry room, playroom/man cave, added storage and updating the disgusting random 1/2 bath that's down there, but for now we've settled on a laundry/craft area for me and a more finished storage area with a little office nook.

thank god i work in construction and know amazing people who can help me get this work done for a reasonable price (because i have million dollar expectations with a $5 budget).

here are the before pictures...(excuse the mess)...

                     

and here are some progress shots with the framing in place. you can begin to see the laundry room defined, a few closets and the office nook under the stairs (not pictured) taking shape. thrilling pictures, i know. there's A LOT left to be done (electrical, plaster, trim, painting, flooring) but it's good to know it's underway...