Bayford House: A home away from home
R01—BAYFORD HOUSE
A Sunshine Coast basement renovation by Lincoln Construction
Builder: Lincoln Construction , Sunshine Coast, BC
Location: Lower Sunshine Coast, BC
Completion Year: 2023
Photographer:
Kevin Jamieson
KRJ Photos
INTRODUCTION
Bayford House is the main house on the same lot as the Lincoln Construction guest suite cottage renovation (Bayford Cottage). Bayford House is a perfect example of taking an unfinished, underutilized space and elevating it, giving it purpose and adding to the overall square footage of your home. Previously used as storage, this space was transformed into additional living/entertaining space and sleeping quarters, taking the home from a 2bed/2 bath, to a 3bed/3bath.
INSIGHT
The basement had an unfinished, dated feel to the space. Without proper flooring and with the open ceiling it wasn’t a space that anyone wanted to spend any time in.
Lincoln Construction finished the ceiling and installed high quality faux drop beams
We renovated the basement with updated electrical and plumbing systems throughout.
A modern bathroom was fitted by our team.
Given the property's waterfront location, we added an outdoor shower for convenience.
Decorative wainscoting was introduced to bring some texture and style into the space
Installation of additional decorative elements such bifold closet doors and barn doors were added to bring character into the basement
BEFORE
THE OUTCOME
From storage to living
The homeowners have a transformed space that goes beyond a storage space and fully utilizes every square foot.
Maximized living area
With the completion of rooms downstairs, an added bedroom and bathroom elevate the home's functionality.
Streamlined indoor/outdoor flow
The introduction of the ground-level outdoor showers makes the basement the perfect place to retreat to after a day on the water.
