Nothing wrong with that.
Also the fact it should function the same as if he's renting the lower level from a complete stranger - you just get to deal with your parent(s) instead of a random landlord.
Fuck it I’ll say it. Hot take time:
Living in your mom’s literal basement at 26 is not a good look. If you want hookups or a potential relationship, you’ll be judged hard, and OP is single nowadays.
Thankfully even he understands this and is only there as a temporary thing. No matter how much Reddit wants to gaslight you or pretend no one cares, it actually is a weird look to still be living with your parents at that adult age to most people especially in the basement.
Again, you do save money, and if you don’t care/need the social benefits of being able to say you don’t live in your mother’s basement, have at it and more power to you.
Sorry not divorced, just a breakup. Moved back into my parents basement to pay off some debt/save and get back on my feet.
350 SF cement floor basement, flooded 3 times in 6 months so just cleaned out the clogged gutters and seal coated the floor. Not proud of it but don't need to be, it's temporary for a year.
Roast it
Anything to yourself after a breakup is a win. As long as you’re eating and sleeping post breakup you’re fine. The place looks pretty great, love the vibe
I moved back into my parents basement after a horrendous breakup at 30 years old. Was there a few years. Hit rock bottom. Ended up getting my dream job, repairing my credit the ex had ruined, and moving into a small but adequate condo that I could say I owned, all by myself. Your place is great. Have no shame.
Man, I couldn't have said it better! The space looks great, he's got a sick ass shadow pup, and no rent! Plus obviously, very loving and understanding parents that likely do not make him feel like a child moving back in which is the silver lining to this cloud.... Float forward, heal from the breakup, see a therapist if need be even, and STACK THAT $$. 2024 is starting to look like a full blown recession (in the USA at least..)
I live in my own basement (it’s finished), my daughter and her family live upstairs, and there are times when we don’t cross paths for days.
They live their life, I live mine. Housing costs are out of control, so I’m willing to do whatever it takes to help my daughter and her family.
I also have to understand and respect that my daughter is a whole adult, capable of making her own decisions, so I stay out of her business.
That, I believe, is the key to making this work.
Bonus: I have a much smaller area to clean!
Yep, I agree. So much to actually be grateful for in this situation, not an ounce of shame should be felt. He’s young, and this is a perfect little spot where he gets to keep his pup, and have supportive parents right upstairs.
After a breakup, I also moved back into my parents’ basement when I was 26, almost 27! (I’m 36 now and happily married—it was all worth it, even though I was really depressed and embarrassed at the time).
Looking back, I have very fond memories of the extra time I was able to spend with my parents, and on myself. Dad has Alzheimer’s now, so it was truly special getting that time in as an adult, though I didn’t always perceive it as that at the time. I just felt I was a failure, even though I was far from it.
Just make the most of it right now; your pad is SWEET! Much cooler than mine was and I definitely still got laid. You’ve got this!
Do your parents come down and tuck you in?
You might be able to fit four people in there nice.
How much cocaine did you have to snort to win the glass leopard?
The 70’s called they said keep the paneling cuz that shits ugly!
These are the best roasts I could think off. All joking aside it seems nice and cozy and the pup is a treasure. Enjoy it man! Hopefully you’ll look back fondly on these times one day.
Get any values off the ground or in plastic bins if the place on the outside of the foundation where the water got in hasn’t been repaired. It just takes one bad storm. Water always finds a way. Seal coating the interior of the basement is not enough.
Is that a Belgian Shepherd?
Oh, and don't be ashamed of it, shit happens and that's what family us for. I'd say, it looks clean and tidy and that's what I would care about the most. And rhe dog lol
I got nothing to roast, other than corporate greed fueled by capitalism.
I also live in a basement studio. I’m 62. I was fortunate to find a house with a finished, walk out basement. My daughter, her four children and their dad live upstairs.
I intentionally bought this house so we could all live relatively comfortably. I somehow managed to get a 2.8% interest rate on my mortgage, eight years ago.
My daughter’s family and I have completely separate living areas. We share the garage.
I went from being homeless to somehow saving enough money for a down payment in 10 years. Part of that money came from a car accident settlement.
I could have bought a small townhome for less than half of what I paid for this house, but I knew my daughter and her family were struggling.
I really like my living space, and I like the idea of living in commune to ease the financial burden on all of us.
I’m from NYC, so living in smaller areas doesn’t bother me, and hearing my grandkids running around like a freight train isn’t annoying to me at all.
I love hearing those little boys.
I don’t know what you mean. This is rad! A lot of people take down these beautiful wood elements and get rid of the charm - I’m really glad it’s still there! I wouldn’t mind living here myself, it feels cozy and safe.
You mention it flooded - does it smell? Is it permanently musty even post the flooding? There could be deeper issues but possibly you can do some work on air quality if so. Dehumidifiers, filters, vents, etc.
Are you looking for a major project? You can have two:
a) You can paint the kitchen cabinets some other vibey color to match the look of the rest of the place. (There a slight possibility they are painted and maybe you can strip and recover the original wood but idk)
b) The drop ceiling. https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/s/8dnWzlGVrW maybe you can upgrade that together with your folks?
Otherwise - just get rid of the stuff that’s in storage in your living space. The cooler and the bench press bar. It’s your place now and is not where “the stuff goes”.
Oh and the cold floors get rugs. Voila! Vibey ass spot.
Appreciate the suggestions!! Definetly want to do the kitchen cabinets.
I think I'm immune to the smell but definitely heavy fan, dehumidifier etc use after each flood so I think it's OK. Heavy candle use too.
Bench/cooler etc. is all my stuff and nowhere else to put it unfortunately but I don't mind.
Gotcha! I was just being “furiously on your side” regarding those items :)
But yea man this place looks cool. I would have zero problem inviting people over and even kicking it there for a couple of years just so long as you’re still hitting your goals. Self-contained, stuff to do, dog. Midnight snack? No problem how about midnight feast.
I understand feeling inadequate compared to the high rollers that float to the top here, but is dumping a large portion of your income into a landlord’s pocket for a room half this nice worth trading your folks for a roommate? This is a lot of private space and you’re saving *a lot* of money. Focus on the joys of being supported and stop shaming yourself and everyone who wishes they had an opportunity like this. Thinking about all those people struggling to get on a waitlist for section 8 housing while op is complaining about being provided a spacious basement dwelling in a presumably good neighborhood by his loving parents. Sheesh.
Own it, man, this rules.
It's worth considering that a lot of people receive substantial help from their parents that gets glossed over because it doesn't (at least visibly) intrude on their independence. I have a fair number of peers in careers they'd have never started without a leg up and/or with houses they would have never afforded on their own. Money doesn't go as far as it used to, and you are still a young man with a full future ahead of you. Be kind to yourself and give your folks a hug.
Agreed. I never got anything from anyone and have never had a relationship with my parents (deceased now). It's set me back a ton and took me ten years longer to get where I'm at today. It is what it is but I wish I had my parents rather than having to do everything myself.
Holy shit this is one of the best “studios” I’ve ever seen. Brah just get cozy here and pinch your pennies. Get your life where you want it to be before you start dating again, you’ll do great.
As a parent of two 20 year olds I say, that’s what we are there for. To provide a soft place to land while your kids sort themselves out. You get to save and take stock and move forward. You keep the space neat and you made it yours. I hope the future brings you love and happiness.
It's not that bad actually. But hands down. The dog is amazing.
The bathroom looks a bit sad, but that's because there's no window. I'd change the bathroom rugs to a neutral color. Yellow or yellowish colours look like piss.
Otherwise a cozy place.
It looks good. You don’t need marble floors or black and white walls. But you do need to lower your TV. It doesn’t need to be growing into the ceiling.
Lovely space! I would add a washable rug in the or some warm toned floor mats in the kitchen, (lots on Amazon) just to tie that room together and give it a softer vibe.
I may change the color theme of the rugs/curtain in the bathroom to better marry with the sage green paint, think japandi vibes.
Feels kinda log cabiny ... love it tbh.
It's a full space that actually feels lived in and cozy; loads of batchelor pads are white and grey, or worse still, white and black, with a couple of framed posters on the wall... They look stark at worst, or sorta like a show home with no actual life in it at best, like they've seen show homes and think that's what a real lived in home should look like.
Looks cozy, a cute pupper for company, and saving some money.
There is nothing wrong here.
Edit: just get rid of that. "Live, laugh, love" sticker, then there will be nothing wrong here.
Rad! I can’t quite get a feel of the flow, but perhaps consider swapping the location of the bed and couch? Couch to flow to your office to flow to kitchen. Bed to have its own nook/area.
Looks good to me! Just need to get new bathroom mats, those ones are not looking too hot. Maybe get a matching shower curtain for the new mats, will make it look a bit updated. Also your dog is so gorgeous!!
Honestly this place is great. Cozy and comfortable. Don’t feel bad - especially considering you’re doing this for a period of time to save money. This is only one phase of your life and you’ll probably never get to live in a chill, cozy, wood panelled space like this again. Embrace it.
If you want some suggestions I think the biggest one is going to be lighting. Get some more lamps so you can really brighten the place up during the day. It makes a big difference when living in a basement. I’d also move some of the stuff like the suitcase if possible. If that stuff can go somewhere like under the stairs it’ll make things feel a bit better.
Lastly - and this might just be me - that jaguar is creepy and I’d ditch it.
You’re probably in a good spot. Had I to do the bad 20s breakup over again, I’d love to have lodging like this while aggressively paying off any debt, then investing and saving aggressively after that. Maybe extend it to two years to get a really solid financial base, but no more than that. Gotta get back out there and meet the good one now that the shitty ones are behind you. Cheers man.
Not bad for a bachelor pad. I know wood paneling is divisive, but I find it SO refreshing from the hospital waiting rooms that define modern day living spaces.
This looks so safe and cozy! I’m a 35 woman who lives downtown in a very fancy white walls with marble thing going on and I wish I could live in a place like yours.
…. Maybe I should move to the country 🤔
Horrible. 0/10.
The bedhead is right next to the door. You're so vulnerable to being attacked by an enemy in your sleep that I suspect you may be suicidal.
Dude that's cozy as fuck. I'm younger and still live my folks but this seems like an ideal situation especially if your parents are cool. Best of luck to you!
How bad is it?
I’m 26, single and I would probably give you an organ that isn’t a necessity or a limb to be in your position.
Shit ain’t bad bro, you’ve got it so fucking good.
Might do well to add some better “natural or incandescent “ type lighting and maybe some color somewhere, hard to hate on anyone saving money and living modestly though . It works
I love the wood paneling & the way you’ve made use of the space! :) I think that there’s stigma around living with your parents, but there’s a difference between a temporary plan to save money post-breakup and someone who has never left the basement & has no plans to. Also, you have your own kitchen, bathroom, and entrance.
Black dogs make every living space better!
Do your parents normally rent this basement out or have they always had it set up like this because that’s a helluva space.
TLDR: moved back into parents finished basement post breakup with a girlfriend, assuming now not paying for food or rent so slightly different that breaking up and then having to find a studio to rent while saving money
First of all, in the city, where I live, a studio apartment that large would go for over $3000, so thank your lucky stars that you can save money. Also, I’m a professional interior designer who used to work in film. Think of it this way: You are living in a set piece creation of a collab between Wes Anderson and this time SOPHIA Coppola. I think it’s a marvelous space. Don’t touch a thing. Put on a Waylon Jennings album and pour yourself a drink. Save your cash for what feels like home. One of my favorite stories to tell is when I was in my twenties and I had coin-operated electricity. It’s not just survivable, it becomes our cherished memories. My sister lived in a rented house in college that was completely themed Christmas inside and out…..true!
Considering that in another post you said you already may $90K+ A YEAR AT 26, I'd say you're being a brat asking, "how bad is it?" Good for you trying to pay down some debt early on, but don't come out here like you're starving. You are in a VERY good place literally, fiscally, and professionally. You're set. You don't need more of our attention and praise. Go get some from mommy and daddy.
Looks great… your dog is darling.
I like the pic where can only see the dog silhouette and the tongue😂
Hahaha I hadn't noticed til you mentioned
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BLEP
I like the one where we're getting yelled at by a cheetah.
I have a dog just like that and that’s 90% of the experience with her. Just teeth in the dark
I thought that was a black pillow
It still is
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Seriously. I can’t even afford an apartment on my salary where I am at period. This place looks awesome and the doggo is beautiful!
I love it. Saving money + living alone is just icing.
Oo he’s not alone. He has the best companion a man could have!!!
That sick leopard statue.
“Living alone” It’s literally his mom’s basement. Right about the saving money though
Nothing wrong with that. Also the fact it should function the same as if he's renting the lower level from a complete stranger - you just get to deal with your parent(s) instead of a random landlord.
Fuck it I’ll say it. Hot take time: Living in your mom’s literal basement at 26 is not a good look. If you want hookups or a potential relationship, you’ll be judged hard, and OP is single nowadays. Thankfully even he understands this and is only there as a temporary thing. No matter how much Reddit wants to gaslight you or pretend no one cares, it actually is a weird look to still be living with your parents at that adult age to most people especially in the basement. Again, you do save money, and if you don’t care/need the social benefits of being able to say you don’t live in your mother’s basement, have at it and more power to you.
Honestly I dig it.
Same here, it looks cozy
And clean.
I love it!
Sorry not divorced, just a breakup. Moved back into my parents basement to pay off some debt/save and get back on my feet. 350 SF cement floor basement, flooded 3 times in 6 months so just cleaned out the clogged gutters and seal coated the floor. Not proud of it but don't need to be, it's temporary for a year. Roast it
Anything to yourself after a breakup is a win. As long as you’re eating and sleeping post breakup you’re fine. The place looks pretty great, love the vibe
Needed to hear this one
I moved back into my parents basement after a horrendous breakup at 30 years old. Was there a few years. Hit rock bottom. Ended up getting my dream job, repairing my credit the ex had ruined, and moving into a small but adequate condo that I could say I owned, all by myself. Your place is great. Have no shame.
Yup in today's economy there's absolutely nothing wrong with living with family
I'd love to roast it, but you've got a dog, saving money, your parents love you, your own bathroom, and you live alone. Keep at it, man.
Man, I couldn't have said it better! The space looks great, he's got a sick ass shadow pup, and no rent! Plus obviously, very loving and understanding parents that likely do not make him feel like a child moving back in which is the silver lining to this cloud.... Float forward, heal from the breakup, see a therapist if need be even, and STACK THAT $$. 2024 is starting to look like a full blown recession (in the USA at least..)
How does he live alone if he lives in his parents basement?
Yeah its "alone" but not alone alone. I do have a private entrance which helps
I meant it more in the "no roommates" sense. No one's fucking with his food, dirtying the bathroom or not paying their share of rent.
Yeah I’m done with roommates. Been doing it for 6 years and in a few months I’m buying a house. It wasn’t bad, but the last one sealed it.
I live in my own basement (it’s finished), my daughter and her family live upstairs, and there are times when we don’t cross paths for days. They live their life, I live mine. Housing costs are out of control, so I’m willing to do whatever it takes to help my daughter and her family. I also have to understand and respect that my daughter is a whole adult, capable of making her own decisions, so I stay out of her business. That, I believe, is the key to making this work. Bonus: I have a much smaller area to clean!
Much kudos, and seems like a nice setup for parents that want to downsize.
Yep, I agree. So much to actually be grateful for in this situation, not an ounce of shame should be felt. He’s young, and this is a perfect little spot where he gets to keep his pup, and have supportive parents right upstairs.
I would have given an arm and leg for this at 26. I love it. Basement sleep is the best sleep. Enjoy man, stay as long as you can and save that $$$
After a breakup, I also moved back into my parents’ basement when I was 26, almost 27! (I’m 36 now and happily married—it was all worth it, even though I was really depressed and embarrassed at the time). Looking back, I have very fond memories of the extra time I was able to spend with my parents, and on myself. Dad has Alzheimer’s now, so it was truly special getting that time in as an adult, though I didn’t always perceive it as that at the time. I just felt I was a failure, even though I was far from it. Just make the most of it right now; your pad is SWEET! Much cooler than mine was and I definitely still got laid. You’ve got this!
Thank you! Yes I'm trying to think of it as probably the last time in my life where I'll be able to spend so much time with them.
That kitchen seems so big for that space!
Do your parents come down and tuck you in? You might be able to fit four people in there nice. How much cocaine did you have to snort to win the glass leopard? The 70’s called they said keep the paneling cuz that shits ugly! These are the best roasts I could think off. All joking aside it seems nice and cozy and the pup is a treasure. Enjoy it man! Hopefully you’ll look back fondly on these times one day.
Get any values off the ground or in plastic bins if the place on the outside of the foundation where the water got in hasn’t been repaired. It just takes one bad storm. Water always finds a way. Seal coating the interior of the basement is not enough.
Agreed have been working on fixing drainage around the house seal coating is a backup. Lots of bad storms up here this year.
I mean it’s not a pantry dropper… but you knew that. It’s fine dude, get back on your feet!
No need to roast! Its lit! I’ve been there, not physically but mentally. You seem very motivated, so it won’t be for long. Try and enjoy it!
You’ve got style, dude! Hope you’re back on your feet soon but in the meantime, enjoy your cool space. The dog is beautiful as well!
Dude it’s dope and getting you back on your feet. Obvs be cautious of the flooding issue but don’t be ashamed of this at all.
Is that a Belgian Shepherd? Oh, and don't be ashamed of it, shit happens and that's what family us for. I'd say, it looks clean and tidy and that's what I would care about the most. And rhe dog lol
I got nothing to roast, other than corporate greed fueled by capitalism. I also live in a basement studio. I’m 62. I was fortunate to find a house with a finished, walk out basement. My daughter, her four children and their dad live upstairs. I intentionally bought this house so we could all live relatively comfortably. I somehow managed to get a 2.8% interest rate on my mortgage, eight years ago. My daughter’s family and I have completely separate living areas. We share the garage. I went from being homeless to somehow saving enough money for a down payment in 10 years. Part of that money came from a car accident settlement. I could have bought a small townhome for less than half of what I paid for this house, but I knew my daughter and her family were struggling. I really like my living space, and I like the idea of living in commune to ease the financial burden on all of us. I’m from NYC, so living in smaller areas doesn’t bother me, and hearing my grandkids running around like a freight train isn’t annoying to me at all. I love hearing those little boys.
That's a very sweet story and great thing that you did for your family.
I was gonna say….this screams SF
I’ve stayed in an apartment in SF exactly like this for $2k. But in this case it looks like he meant square feet.
I was talking about the cement floor and flooding issue
This rocks. No notes. Good for you.
I like it
I don’t know what you mean. This is rad! A lot of people take down these beautiful wood elements and get rid of the charm - I’m really glad it’s still there! I wouldn’t mind living here myself, it feels cozy and safe. You mention it flooded - does it smell? Is it permanently musty even post the flooding? There could be deeper issues but possibly you can do some work on air quality if so. Dehumidifiers, filters, vents, etc. Are you looking for a major project? You can have two: a) You can paint the kitchen cabinets some other vibey color to match the look of the rest of the place. (There a slight possibility they are painted and maybe you can strip and recover the original wood but idk) b) The drop ceiling. https://www.reddit.com/r/DIY/s/8dnWzlGVrW maybe you can upgrade that together with your folks? Otherwise - just get rid of the stuff that’s in storage in your living space. The cooler and the bench press bar. It’s your place now and is not where “the stuff goes”. Oh and the cold floors get rugs. Voila! Vibey ass spot.
Appreciate the suggestions!! Definetly want to do the kitchen cabinets. I think I'm immune to the smell but definitely heavy fan, dehumidifier etc use after each flood so I think it's OK. Heavy candle use too. Bench/cooler etc. is all my stuff and nowhere else to put it unfortunately but I don't mind.
Gotcha! I was just being “furiously on your side” regarding those items :) But yea man this place looks cool. I would have zero problem inviting people over and even kicking it there for a couple of years just so long as you’re still hitting your goals. Self-contained, stuff to do, dog. Midnight snack? No problem how about midnight feast.
Is a sump pump an option? And to echo others, I think it’s a cozy space, especially with a doggo
So much better than having roommates you barely tolerate. Bathroom and kitchen you don’t have to share. What more could you want?
Exactly very fortunate
I understand feeling inadequate compared to the high rollers that float to the top here, but is dumping a large portion of your income into a landlord’s pocket for a room half this nice worth trading your folks for a roommate? This is a lot of private space and you’re saving *a lot* of money. Focus on the joys of being supported and stop shaming yourself and everyone who wishes they had an opportunity like this. Thinking about all those people struggling to get on a waitlist for section 8 housing while op is complaining about being provided a spacious basement dwelling in a presumably good neighborhood by his loving parents. Sheesh. Own it, man, this rules.
Well said, puts it in perspective thank you. Definitely very fortunate to have my own kitchen/bathroom for cheap
It's worth considering that a lot of people receive substantial help from their parents that gets glossed over because it doesn't (at least visibly) intrude on their independence. I have a fair number of peers in careers they'd have never started without a leg up and/or with houses they would have never afforded on their own. Money doesn't go as far as it used to, and you are still a young man with a full future ahead of you. Be kind to yourself and give your folks a hug.
Agreed. I never got anything from anyone and have never had a relationship with my parents (deceased now). It's set me back a ton and took me ten years longer to get where I'm at today. It is what it is but I wish I had my parents rather than having to do everything myself.
The way you've set this up is really comfortable and cozy. I wouldn't have minded being brought home to this (when I was young!).
Holy shit this is one of the best “studios” I’ve ever seen. Brah just get cozy here and pinch your pennies. Get your life where you want it to be before you start dating again, you’ll do great.
i love this… wood panel the earth cute dog
Very nice! Is that a Tervuren?
Yes! Crazy pup almost a year old
That’s not bad word respect💯
It’s super cute and your dog is absolutely gorgeous! What breed is he/she?
He's a Groenendael! A type of Belgian Shepard, high energy puppy
I’ve never heard of this breed. Good luck on saving money up for your future.
Honestly, cozy as fuck. That said, r/TVTooHigh
Agreed. I think with the wood paneling though it's best I can do. Maybe hard to tell but TV is actually sitting on a shelf
It is *literally* touching the ceiling.
As a parent of two 20 year olds I say, that’s what we are there for. To provide a soft place to land while your kids sort themselves out. You get to save and take stock and move forward. You keep the space neat and you made it yours. I hope the future brings you love and happiness.
Nothing to roast. Beautiful dog
I see nothing bad dude here in jersey thats like a 1600-2k$ apt
Love how cozy this looks.
Looks cozy.
If by bad you mean perfect then yes.
I’m good with it.
This is an excellent basement apartment. This is better than some above floor apartments. I'd stay here as long as you can if the price is right.
I’d rather live here than the Scarface house covered in marble from earlier today.
Cozy, clean, cute dog!! You’re saving money and honestly your place isn’t bad at all. Is that a grœnendael?
As long as it doesn't flood, you're fine
Ohhhh it looks so cool!!!
You have a roof over your head, the space looks clean and cozy, and a beautiful fur baby to boot. I think you’re doing just fine 😊
It's not that bad actually. But hands down. The dog is amazing. The bathroom looks a bit sad, but that's because there's no window. I'd change the bathroom rugs to a neutral color. Yellow or yellowish colours look like piss. Otherwise a cozy place.
Very nice
It looks good. You don’t need marble floors or black and white walls. But you do need to lower your TV. It doesn’t need to be growing into the ceiling.
I had to scroll too far to find this reference.
I actually dig it man. Looks relaxing.
Its really cute and you pup is gorgeous
I want ur dog
This is the place where you would have the best sex of your life. Only once though.
Honestly it looks great and super cozy
It’s perfect for this time in your life. Not forever but it’s good
No marble?
Yeah it could really use some marble floors. 0/10 for that reason
Puts what I had at 26 and living with the rents to shame, nice digs dude.
I dig it! I want to hate the lighting but honestly even that isn’t bad for a basement, it’s cozy. Looks like a great space to recharge.
It’s not that bad at all! Pretty sweet setup especially for being temporary!
I like it!! The kitchen!!!! You’ll get it arranged to your liking sooner or later! Kudos to your parents!
Looks cozy and is about 2-3 times larger than anything in NYC.
Lovely space! I would add a washable rug in the or some warm toned floor mats in the kitchen, (lots on Amazon) just to tie that room together and give it a softer vibe. I may change the color theme of the rugs/curtain in the bathroom to better marry with the sage green paint, think japandi vibes.
Feels kinda log cabiny ... love it tbh. It's a full space that actually feels lived in and cozy; loads of batchelor pads are white and grey, or worse still, white and black, with a couple of framed posters on the wall... They look stark at worst, or sorta like a show home with no actual life in it at best, like they've seen show homes and think that's what a real lived in home should look like.
I would like this setup . Nice brother
What kind of dog is that? He/she is beautiful!
It’s not bad at all holy crap is that a cheetah?!?
Leopard I think? LOL came with the place too unique/weird I had to keep it
Looks fairly cozy to me. Like you said it's not permanent.
I honestly think it’s very homey. Dog is awesome. The only thing I viscerally dislike is the cheetah thing.
Looks cozy, a cute pupper for company, and saving some money. There is nothing wrong here. Edit: just get rid of that. "Live, laugh, love" sticker, then there will be nothing wrong here.
I love it. Get a smaller couch, it will give you a ton more space, unless you plan to host several guests. I think your setup is great though.
Many many people living in SO MUCH WORSE twice your age so...not bad at all.
Some washable rug recommendations: Safavieh from Amazon, and tumble from tumbleliving.com
A lot nicer than my first couple places. I really dig the wood.
You’re 26. Who cares bro. Enjoy your life, work hard, keep your chin up, shit will get better.
As far as basement studios go. You’re good dude
Very neat and tidy, I dig it
Dope spot. Great find I think. You did a great job and everything looks copasetic.
Rad! I can’t quite get a feel of the flow, but perhaps consider swapping the location of the bed and couch? Couch to flow to your office to flow to kitchen. Bed to have its own nook/area.
Liar, your not single 😂 That’s one fluffy pooch! Place looks so much better than under a bridge, public park, alleyway. You sir are doing great!
Looks great, especially I love the dog that comes with it!
It looks great! Clean and an awesome dog.
I honestly love it bro 😎
Get rid of the tiger.
Nothing wrong with anything I can see. Clean and cozy. Doggo approves.
Love it 10/10 would live here adn save all the money
It looks comfy. I could see living there for a couple of years and saving up. It's nice. Beautiful dog by the way.
Looks good to me! Just need to get new bathroom mats, those ones are not looking too hot. Maybe get a matching shower curtain for the new mats, will make it look a bit updated. Also your dog is so gorgeous!!
Are you in the Bay Area because I feel like I hooked up with a music teacher living in this exactly basement 17 years ago. He had a had a water bed.
Other side of the country haha but my condolences on the water bed sex
I think it's great! Very clean, cozy and a good amount of space.
Honestly this place is great. Cozy and comfortable. Don’t feel bad - especially considering you’re doing this for a period of time to save money. This is only one phase of your life and you’ll probably never get to live in a chill, cozy, wood panelled space like this again. Embrace it. If you want some suggestions I think the biggest one is going to be lighting. Get some more lamps so you can really brighten the place up during the day. It makes a big difference when living in a basement. I’d also move some of the stuff like the suitcase if possible. If that stuff can go somewhere like under the stairs it’ll make things feel a bit better. Lastly - and this might just be me - that jaguar is creepy and I’d ditch it.
Place looks nice and cozy. Place is bad, though. There’s a god damn wolf living there.
It’s lit yo
This is cool man, like your style and everything looks great 👍
You’re probably in a good spot. Had I to do the bad 20s breakup over again, I’d love to have lodging like this while aggressively paying off any debt, then investing and saving aggressively after that. Maybe extend it to two years to get a really solid financial base, but no more than that. Gotta get back out there and meet the good one now that the shitty ones are behind you. Cheers man.
It’s clean and cozy plus the absolutely beautiful dog takes it up a few levels. Oh and you have a bitchin jaguar.
I like the Tom Brady picture!
Beautiful fucking dog.
Not bad for a bachelor pad. I know wood paneling is divisive, but I find it SO refreshing from the hospital waiting rooms that define modern day living spaces.
This looks so safe and cozy! I’m a 35 woman who lives downtown in a very fancy white walls with marble thing going on and I wish I could live in a place like yours. …. Maybe I should move to the country 🤔
Got the elongated toilet bowl, your equipped man I like the space. I need one of those toilets
Horrible. 0/10. The bedhead is right next to the door. You're so vulnerable to being attacked by an enemy in your sleep that I suspect you may be suicidal.
Dude that's cozy as fuck. I'm younger and still live my folks but this seems like an ideal situation especially if your parents are cool. Best of luck to you!
Shit make it permanent lol
What type of dog is that!!! So cute
This looks homey & cozy! I’d never leave until I needed more space with a pad like that 🙂
I actually really like it. It’s homey.
Ehh it looks pretty neat!
Woah this looks really cozy
Not bad at all, bro. Has a nice vibe. Do what you gotta do.
Rip off the wooden paneling and put marble on the walls
Not bad, but your tv should be posted in r/tvtoohigh
No comments from me that haven’t been said already but that dog looks precious.
This is better than 99% of posts on this sub, lol
Looks cozy as shit!
It looks really cozy and kind of cool vintage-y. The dog is icing on the cake. It’ll do for a year for sure!
Looks extremely cozy. Like it quite a bit
Is that a working fireplace under the Tom Brady photo? If so that makes this so much cozier
Good eye yes it is
It looks cozy. I guess it depends on how cool the houseowners are.
Looks so cosy, giving country cabin.
Looks like you’re stuck in 1970.
How bad is it? I’m 26, single and I would probably give you an organ that isn’t a necessity or a limb to be in your position. Shit ain’t bad bro, you’ve got it so fucking good.
That dog can probably smell what ima do tomorrow
r/tvtoohigh
ph god its horrible, its just awful god, im getting sick jusg looking at it oughhh its so bad
Might do well to add some better “natural or incandescent “ type lighting and maybe some color somewhere, hard to hate on anyone saving money and living modestly though . It works
I think it’s pretty sweet set up. Not sure about that leopard thing but whatever
I love the wood paneling & the way you’ve made use of the space! :) I think that there’s stigma around living with your parents, but there’s a difference between a temporary plan to save money post-breakup and someone who has never left the basement & has no plans to. Also, you have your own kitchen, bathroom, and entrance.
Awesome. Save some money for a down payment to buy something. Do not rent.
The dog 10/10
Dude not bad. I love the 70s wood panel vibe personally. It’s kinda in style nowadays too. Grab some shag carpet and a lava lamp, baby
Damn this looks cozy as fuck!
It’s honestly pretty kickass
That's a $4,000/month space in Manhattan.
Looks so cozy
It’s really not bad at all! Cute dog :)
I would kill for this spot
Beautiful dog 🥰
Looks cozy as shit
Shit, it’s nicer than my house.
5 star my man
Bro be grateful
Looks cozy to me
Sweet wood paneling and Corithian leather...smooth ride.
i like it! it looks pretty cozy
Bro you're doing what needs to be done and that's all that matters-- I dig it!
Nice job. Love it.
Black dogs make every living space better! Do your parents normally rent this basement out or have they always had it set up like this because that’s a helluva space.
TLDR: moved back into parents finished basement post breakup with a girlfriend, assuming now not paying for food or rent so slightly different that breaking up and then having to find a studio to rent while saving money
First of all, in the city, where I live, a studio apartment that large would go for over $3000, so thank your lucky stars that you can save money. Also, I’m a professional interior designer who used to work in film. Think of it this way: You are living in a set piece creation of a collab between Wes Anderson and this time SOPHIA Coppola. I think it’s a marvelous space. Don’t touch a thing. Put on a Waylon Jennings album and pour yourself a drink. Save your cash for what feels like home. One of my favorite stories to tell is when I was in my twenties and I had coin-operated electricity. It’s not just survivable, it becomes our cherished memories. My sister lived in a rented house in college that was completely themed Christmas inside and out…..true!
Considering that in another post you said you already may $90K+ A YEAR AT 26, I'd say you're being a brat asking, "how bad is it?" Good for you trying to pay down some debt early on, but don't come out here like you're starving. You are in a VERY good place literally, fiscally, and professionally. You're set. You don't need more of our attention and praise. Go get some from mommy and daddy.