Basement Bars
Custom cabinetry, seating, lighting, and storage planned for hosting.
PREMIUM BASEMENT REMODELING IN KANSAS CITY
High-End Basement Remodels for Kansas City and Johnson County Homes
Custom bars, theaters, gyms, guest suites, and full lower-level living spaces designed and built by Built by Design.
- Since 2004
- Design-build remodeler
- Kansas City + Johnson County
- Licensed & insured
Designed for lower-level living
Bars, theater walls, fireplaces, lounges, gyms, guest suites, storage, and finish details are planned together before the build starts.
Start with the consultation form below, then Built by Design will review the space, goals, scope, and investment range.
Start here
Tell us what your basement needs to become
Share the essentials now, and Built by Design will use your answers to review fit, scope, timing, and investment range before reaching out.
Since 2004
Design-build remodeler
Kansas City + Johnson County
Licensed & insured
Kansas City + Johnson County
Custom lower-level living
Design-build planning
Licensed & insured
Not just basement finishing
A lower level should feel like it belongs to the home
A finished basement should not feel like the leftover part of the house. Built by Design plans and builds lower levels that feel intentional, polished, and connected to how your family actually lives.
What we build
Premium basement spaces with a clear plan behind them
Home Theaters
Comfortable viewing spaces shaped around seating, sound, and lighting.
Game Rooms
Flexible zones for pool, cards, screens, storage, and gathering.
Home Gyms
Fitness spaces with smart flooring, lighting, ventilation, and flow.
Guest Suites
Private lower-level space for overnight guests and extended stays.
Wine Rooms
Refined storage and display that turns the basement into a destination.
Lower-Level Lounges
Finished living space that feels connected to the rest of the home.
Custom Storage + Utility Spaces
Planned storage and mechanical access that still looks intentional.
Media Walls
Architectural focal points for movie nights and everyday living.
Home Gyms
Dedicated fitness space planned with mirrors, equipment, lighting, and storage.
Theater Lounges
Comfortable viewing rooms with seating, AV planning, and room to gather.
Project fit
Built for Homeowners Planning a Real Remodel
Built by Design is a better fit for homeowners who want a designed, permitted, professionally managed basement remodel, not a quick patch job or DIY finish.
Most full basement remodels are significant projects. If you are planning a custom lower-level remodel with spaces like a bar, theater, gym, guest suite, or full entertainment area, this is the right place to start.
Basement project imagery
Finished basements with room to gather
A closer look at lower-level lounges, bars, cabinetry, wine storage, and entertainment spaces designed to feel connected to the rest of the home.
Process
A simple path from basement idea to finished lower level
01
Consultation
Talk through the current basement, goals, must-haves, and project fit.
02
Design + scope
Shape the lower-level layout, rooms, features, and build realities.
03
Selections
Coordinate finishes, lighting, cabinetry, flooring, and details.
04
Build plan
Document the scope, schedule expectations, and next decisions.
05
Remodel execution + final walkthrough
Manage the work, communication, craftsmanship, and final review.
Why Built by Design
A calmer way to plan a serious basement remodel
Since 2004, Built by Design has worked with homeowners who care about how the plan, materials, communication, and finished details all come together.
Planning-first design-build process
Premium materials and finish coordination
Local KC and Johnson County experience
Clear communication through the project
Craftsmanship that makes the lower level feel finished
Project management for complex basement work
Client experience proof
Basement projects should feel organized from the first conversation
Homeowners choose Built by Design when they want the planning, communication, and finished details handled with care from the first conversation.
“We hired Built by Design for a basement finish and they delivered exactly what they promised. Their craftsmanship and attention to detail were excellent, and they handled changes professionally when we requested a few updates mid-project.”
Overland Park homeowner
“The lower level finally feels like part of the home. The team kept us informed, helped us make decisions, and built a space that works for everyday life and hosting.”
Johnson County homeowner
“The planning process helped us understand what made sense before construction started. The finished basement feels polished, comfortable, and intentional.”
Kansas City Area homeowner
Service areas
Kansas City and Johnson County basement remodels
Kansas City
Overland Park
Olathe
Leawood
Lenexa
Prairie Village
Shawnee
Lees Summit
Parkville / Northland
Johnson County