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Couple told their living room is a ‘basement,’ not covered under flood policy
The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) considers a sunken living room a basement when it has a floor below ground level ...
The ‘70s conversation pit is making a comeback. The pros and pitfalls of this retro home design trend.
The 1970s-style “conversation pit” — a sunken or recessed living area, often with built-in cushioned seating — is no doubt a bold design move. Who doesn’t remember seeing Don Draper’s sleek Manhattan ...
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The sunken lounge: How it found its groove in 2025
Sunken lounges, or conversation pits, can maximise space. Photo: Tari Peterson “Living ... of a room. Photo: Tania Lee Photography A sunken lounge introduces subtle shifts in floor levels ...