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swissmaker-128 Mar 2011 13:42Hello
The topic is creating more communal space where meetings and gatherings can take place. One possibility would be to convert the basement. I suppose basement rooms are generally not ideal for this purpose, but what do you think? The basement is mostly below ground level. What uses would you assign to a basement or a floor below ground level?
Thank you very much for your advice
The topic is creating more communal space where meetings and gatherings can take place. One possibility would be to convert the basement. I suppose basement rooms are generally not ideal for this purpose, but what do you think? The basement is mostly below ground level. What uses would you assign to a basement or a floor below ground level?
Thank you very much for your advice
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MODERATOR28 Mar 2011 23:41Hello,
Spaces located below ground level can be used for a variety of purposes, including occupancy by people. However, these rooms must be designed to accommodate their intended use; for example, in a meeting room, occupants will increase CO2 levels and humidity. The room itself must be able to supply fresh air to the occupants. In such cases, a well-designed ventilation system, appropriate for the purpose, is necessary. Naturally, heating and adequate lighting must also be provided.
The most important aspect for rooms below ground level is the provision of emergency and escape routes that allow occupants to safely exit to the outside, for example, in the event of a fire. The rescue of injured persons must also be possible.
With a building code-compliant escape route, ventilation and exhaust systems suited to the use, appropriate lighting, and heating, a basement space can be effectively utilized. However, a functional and safe change of use must be planned by a qualified professional—an architect.
Spaces located below ground level can be used for a variety of purposes, including occupancy by people. However, these rooms must be designed to accommodate their intended use; for example, in a meeting room, occupants will increase CO2 levels and humidity. The room itself must be able to supply fresh air to the occupants. In such cases, a well-designed ventilation system, appropriate for the purpose, is necessary. Naturally, heating and adequate lighting must also be provided.
The most important aspect for rooms below ground level is the provision of emergency and escape routes that allow occupants to safely exit to the outside, for example, in the event of a fire. The rescue of injured persons must also be possible.
With a building code-compliant escape route, ventilation and exhaust systems suited to the use, appropriate lighting, and heating, a basement space can be effectively utilized. However, a functional and safe change of use must be planned by a qualified professional—an architect.
I believe a lot can be done in the basement. I know many people who use their basement as a bar area, guest room, gym, sauna, and so on. Of course, the building regulations must also be followed just as they would be for any living space, because after all, the basement is also a living area.
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Kurt1985-117 Mar 2015 10:45Hello,
For a room designed to accommodate several people, having a second emergency exit is important. Additionally, sufficient lighting and ventilation are necessary. A separate restroom is also recommended. Heating is, of course, required during the winter. Some renovation work will be needed for this.
For a room designed to accommodate several people, having a second emergency exit is important. Additionally, sufficient lighting and ventilation are necessary. A separate restroom is also recommended. Heating is, of course, required during the winter. Some renovation work will be needed for this.
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Richard-111 May 2015 12:42We also converted a basement into a consultation room. My wife is self-employed and holds small meetings there. The most important requirement is a second emergency exit, which is quite complicated because the basement is located below ground level. Therefore, a second staircase had to be installed.
In addition, separate toilets as well as heating and ventilation were required. I still think it was a considerable effort.
In addition, separate toilets as well as heating and ventilation were required. I still think it was a considerable effort.
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