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1. Paint.
2-3. Brighten the dark space with track lighting.
4-6. Establish a media corner with a TV cabinet and plenty of seating.
7-10. Define office space with shelving for storage and organization.
11. Add an instant sewing and craft area with fold-away tables.
12. Create a play area anchored by small-scale table and chairs.
13. Hang family photos.
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Home Section, The Washington Post
1150 15 St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20071
E-mail: makeover@washpost.com
Write: House Calls
Home Section, The Washington Post
1150 15 St. NW
Washington, D.C. 20071
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The Boulays have spent several months remodeling their basement, which flooded two months after they bought the house. While the 27-by-21-foot dimensions are ample, low ceiling ducts and bad lighting have them stumped for how to use the space. They hope for room for a playroom, an office and a sewing/craft area. The beige-and-red flecked carpet is new.
- Paula Grace Designs in Ashburn at 703-201-1490.
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