10/14/2026
Some of the best memories happen when everyone ends up in the same room. For the Gary family, this basement is all about bringing people together. Kids gaming nearby, friends gathered around the bar, a football game on in the background, and one more round of conversation that keeps everyone lingering a little longer. Our role on the Home At Last side was to make sure the furnishings supported all of it.
We wanted each area to feel distinct, but connected. A home that can handle a lively game day just as beautifully as a relaxed evening with friends. We layered rich leather and velvet with modern elements like long lumbar pillows, and a classic plaid rug to bring warmth and personality to the space. Channel-back chairs add a nod to the timeless feel of a private lounge, while swivel chairs make it easy to turn toward the conversation, wherever it happens.
The goal was never just to fill a basement with beautiful things. It was to create a place where this family can celebrate, connect, welcome friends, and make the ordinary moments feel a little more special. The kind of home where nobody's in a hurry to leave. Isn't that the best kind? 🥃
Ready to make your home the place everyone loves to gather? Through the end of October, enjoy 20% off CR Laine custom upholstery at Home At Last. Let's find the pieces that make your home feel even more like you.
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Design | Home At Last, Thiessen Design + Construction, Kelly Ballard
Photos | Emma Tuttle Photography