Basement - (nearly) DONE!!

We are beyond thrilled that the basement project is 99% done!! And thanks to many contractors, Kyle and especially my father-in-law, we were able to get it done just in time to host two Christmas celebrations! We are so grateful that my father-in-law, Dave, was willing to use so much of his vacation time from work to help us out -- he painted, scrubbed, cleaned, tiled the entire bathroom (shower & floor), laid the slate bar flooring and installed the toilet. Things were very rushed towards the end, but carpet was laid on the 23rd and we had our first gathering on the 25th -- whew! The last few things to do are paint touch-ups, installing the bathroom sink/accessories and bar sink, laying the rubber flooring in the workout room, and decorating. It has been wonderful for Carter to have his own little playroom downstairs (though we continue to find his toys strewn throughout the house) and for us to have a wonderful space to entertain! We look forward to having many fun gatherings in the coming years! Here are a few snapshots of the nearly-finished basement. Enjoy...

Bar looking from family room - 12/23
Beautiful slate flooring in the bar -12/23
So THRILLED to have carpet and some furniture down here!! - 12/24
Living Room - 12/24
TV Niche - 12/24
Pool Table and Foosball area from living room - 12/24

Dave's handywork on the tile floor/shower & toilet! Now all we need is a vanity top/sink & accessories and the bathroom is done! - 12/24
Carter's "mousehole" underneath the stairs where he keeps his big stuffed dog and sleeping bag :) - 12/24
Carter's playroom - 12/24