Do I have a basement or a cellar? I’m trying to figure out what I can legally do with my basement/cellar space for my own family use (i.e. putting in shower/bath). The basement was configured to be ...

When Tom Echaniz started collecting wine in the 1990s, it was mainly for special occasions. He snagged a 1994 Dow Port not only because that was one of the best years for Port but also because it was ...

Many of us (myself included) keep wine bottles stacked on the counter or a few whites chilling in the fridge. A true wine enthusiast balks at this idea — wine requires proper storage, and an everyday ...

Unbeknownst to many, the difference between a basement and a cellar, often misconstrued as an endearing colloquial difference, is, in fact, a nuanced legal matter. At least half the story must be ...

Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. A man based in Vancouver, Washington transformed some extra space in his basement by building a private wine cellar. The ...

Editor’s note: This story is an update of one that ran in 2016. Read the original here. Unbeknownst to many, the difference between a basement and a cellar, often misconstrued as an endearing ...

If you've been searching for basement and conversion ideas to make the most of a currently wasted space, you've come to the right place. Many older houses and country homes were built with cellars and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. In 2026 Basement Design Trends Part 1, I covered indoor pools, speakeasies ...

Nigel Slydell can enjoy his wine throughout the day—without ever taking a sip. His ultramodern 1,400-bottle cellar is visible through a glass hatch on the floor of his kitchen-dining area. Bottles are ...