You have ideas running through your mind on what you want to have and you are really excited about the basement-refinishing project. Maybe, a bar, a surround-sound home theatre system, a game room for the kids or a weight room is what you are thinking for your basement. Is it something simple like another bedroom or an office? Do you want to get away from the kids or give the kids a place to get away from you? I am sure you have an idea of what can be done with the space.
You will want to hide the various furnaces; heaters and other odds and ends without losing any access or functionality so look up some good basement ideas. You'll gain space by doing this. Also waterproofing will be a consideration. Basement refinishing without waterproofing first is just foolish. The basement is raw potential in most homes, so do it your way.
There must be areas for the furnace, hot-water heater and electrical panel these are a challenge when Basement refinishing. Builders do attempt to position these items in out-of-the-way areas, but there are limitations and you will need to design around them and pay attention to waterproofing. Storage may be a primary concern for you, do not overlook this when basement renovations are in the planning stages. Here is your chance to be creative. Can you have the basement storage camouflaged? Again there are some great basement design ideas available online.