When Merrick and Phillip White looked at the unused section of their basement, they saw potential—but not a clear plan. They wanted the space to reflect their shared commitment to health, while also ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. In 2026 Basement Design Trends Part 1, I covered indoor pools, speakeasies ...

But, as is the case when building an extension, larger spaces can usually achieve greater economies of scale, as the cost of the structure is spread over a greater area. Nonetheless, given the fact ...