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The Man Cave
Whether we're building a boat, playing computer games, reading car magazines, listening to loud music, working on a motorcycle, or watching action movies or five sports games at once, man caves serve a basic psychological function, even if the guy is aware of it or not. Read More: Why Men Really Do Need a Cave Photo: Mark Pinkerton - vi360 photography, original photo on Houzz
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The Pub
Masterpiece Design Group turned this garage apartment into a man cave in the style of an Irish pub. The space has actually become "a very family-friendly hangout," the company says. Read more: Houzz Call: Show Us Your Man Cave Photo: original photo on Houzz
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The Lounge
For ultimate lounge appeal, add beds to the cave. However, you’ve got no one to blame but yourself when snoring interferes with the half-time show. Read more: Coed-Cave: A Man Cave for the Masses Photo: Team 7 International, original photo on Houzz
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The Theater
The man cave should be inviting, masculine, comfortable and well thought out. This room provides a den-like social space for watching TV and references the gaming and musical elements we come to expect. Read more: 8 Ways to Style Up the Man Cave Photo: Designtech Custom Interiors, original photo on Houzz
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The Men's Restroom
There's a boy's club vibe in this half bath, which has a sink and a urinal. Four hand mirrors commonly found in barber shops are stand-ins for a traditional above-sink mirror. Read more: A Los Angeles Basement Becomes a Cozy Man Cave Photo: Joe Schmeizer, Inc. dba Treasurbite Studio Inc., original photo on Houzz
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The Game Room
An attic man cave doesn't have to be dark — it can be bright and cheerful by utilizing daylight in the form of windows and skylights, and using colorful fabrics and a brightly colored yellow felt billiards table. Read more: 8 Ways to Style Up the Man Cave Photo: CCS Architecture, original photo on Houzz
Originally Published: November 28, 2018