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Kitchen Remodel 11
Kitchen Remodel 11
Sue Monday's DesignSue Monday's Design
Sue Monday
Turning a Beach Cottage Into a Coastal Gem
Turning a Beach Cottage Into a Coastal Gem
GDC ConstructionGDC Construction
GDC’s carpenters created custom mahogany doors and jams for the office and laundry space.
Tremont 2
Tremont 2
Bella Vista CompanyBella Vista Company
Shoot 2 Sell
Winterset Renovation
Winterset Renovation
Morris LareMorris Lare
U-shaped laundry room with Shaker style cabinetry, built-in utility closet, folding counter, window over the sink.
Gold & White Laundry Room
Gold & White Laundry Room
Gina Paris DesignGina Paris Design
Laundry room renovation
The Squire Project
The Squire Project
TK Building & DesignTK Building & Design
The Estates - Pavilions of Leawood || Private Residence || Remodel - Addition
The Estates - Pavilions of Leawood || Private Residence || Remodel - Addition
Almighty Home Solutions LLCAlmighty Home Solutions LLC
Laundry room || Remodel || the previous mudroom was repurposed into the Laundry with easy access to the Kitchen. Featuring a laundry chute from the second floor into an upper cabinet. refinished hardwood flooring, tile backsplash. Across from the Laundry Room is the new walk-in Pantry. Both are accessed off the hallway to the existing garage.
Basement Laundry Room Floor
Basement Laundry Room Floor
GreatmatsGreatmats
"We looked for a long time to find the best tiles for our basement and found them at greatmats. Our house is from the early 1900’s and the undulating basement slab doesn’t have a vapor barrier below it, so we needed a tile that was flexible and water resistant. This tile was perfect and installed in minutes. We would recommend this product to everyone." - Michael https://www.greatmats.com/tiles/decking-tiles.php
Modern Custom Ranch - 8/8/2017
Modern Custom Ranch - 8/8/2017
Cypress Homes, Inc.Cypress Homes, Inc.
A look into the laundry room
Spanish Colonial
Spanish Colonial
LaBlonde DevelopmentLaBlonde Development
Steven Thompson
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Decorator's Choice ClosetsDecorator's Choice Closets
Org Dealer
Basement Laundry Room
Basement Laundry Room
FBC RemodelFBC Remodel
©Finished Basement Company Full laundry room with utility sink and storage
Project Burnside - full home remodel and renovation
Project Burnside - full home remodel and renovation
Delaney's DesignDelaney's Design
Combination Bathroom, Laundry & Utility Room
Combination Bathroom, Laundry & Utility Room
Dulce Feito-Daly Interior Design, LLCDulce Feito-Daly Interior Design, LLC
Two adjoining challenging small spaces with three functions transformed into one great space: Laundry Room, Full Bathroom & Utility Room.
Tumbleweed Drive Scottsdale AZ
Tumbleweed Drive Scottsdale AZ
Platinum Realty NetworkPlatinum Realty Network
Lots of storage and elbow room in this utility/laundry room. A great big sink and refrigerator make this room much more than just a laundry room.
Park Place | Edina
Park Place | Edina
Archos Architecture & Design, P.A.Archos Architecture & Design, P.A.
Yellowstone Basin Construction 1
Yellowstone Basin Construction 1
Yellowstone Basin Construction / YBCYellowstone Basin Construction / YBC
2007 Builder's Magazine InSync Home
2007 Builder's Magazine InSync Home
Total Solutions GroupTotal Solutions Group
James Wilson
Sienna Boulder
Sienna Boulder
Rochelle Lynne DesignRochelle Lynne Design
Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.
Benson Creek Cabin
Benson Creek Cabin
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Laundry room. Custom light fixtures fabricated from smudge pots. Designed and fabricated by owner.

Affordable Brown Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed utility room can rise to become one of our favourite rooms in the house, boasting the accolade of existing solely to make our lives easier. Few of us are fans of chores such as washing, cleaning and ironing, but with a high-spec, well put together utility design they could be a breeze. For this reason, it makes sense to design an utility room to be as functional as possible, the very model of “everything in its place”, with carefully thought out utility room storage. That, however, doesn’t have to mean it can’t look nice – even super-utilitarian appliances like a washing machine, tumble dryer, laundry basket and recycling bin can be dressed up by their surroundings and made to look great as part of your utility design.

What do I need in my utility room?

Most utility rooms tend to be a small room just off the kitchen or hallway, so you are likely to be working with a compact space. Your main priority will involve planning utility room storage around your white goods. A utility room is usually intended primarily as a laundry room, so it makes sense to first install your plumbed items: the sink, washing machine and, if you have one, tumble dryer. If you run short of space and can’t afford to have a separate washer and dryer, then consider an integrated washer-dryer for your utility design. Built-in storage is a great idea in utility rooms to make best use of the available space, and you might want to also consider built in ironing boards, clothes airers and retractable washing lines. These items tend to be a bit cumbersome and are forever getting in the way, so designing special utility room storage for them or fixing them to a wall so they are easily folded away is an excellent space-saver and well worth the implementation. Free standing items such as laundry baskets and clothes hampers can be tucked neatly under specially designed worktops, and a selection of stacking plastic storage boxes, tins or wicker baskets can be used to help keep the room clutter free.

How do I decorate my utility room?

Decorating an utility room is the ultimate exercise in form meeting functionality. As it’s a room that, alas, invariably people spend a great deal of time in, you will want keep the utility room a calm and clean space. Utility room storage is essential for keeping this area tidy; attractively painted shelves and cupboards can be used to stow away all the bottles and boxes used for laundry and cleaning, as well as appliances such as vacuum cleaners and irons. An attractive country style utility design can be achieved by hanging bright or patterned curtains in front of wall mounted shelves – it will perk up the room and keep clutter hidden away. Floors should be hard-wearing and easy to clean (just think of those dirty boots traipsing in through the back door!) – to this end, stone, tile, laminate or vinyl flooring will be the most low-maintenance and durable. All in all, bear in mind that just because this is primarily a practical space doesn’t mean it needs to be dull – you can inject personality into your utility design in your choices of colour and decorative accessories. Consider quirky signage, blackboards for scribbling down shopping lists, and decorative bottles and boxes for stowing away household bits and bobs.

Do I need a sink in my utility room?

Utility room sinks are designed for those jobs that don’t quite belong in the kitchen – hand washing, dirty boots, watering indoor plants – and typically have a more industrial aesthetic than kitchen sinks. In fact, the iconic butler sink’s originally designated purpose was, as you might imagine, a sink for the butler, who was responsible for washing precious glassware and other items that required special attention and soaking. In case you’ve ever wondered, this is why butler sinks are so deep – for that matter, the only difference between butler sinks and Belfast sinks is the overflow built in to Belfast sinks which don’t feature in butler sinks. If the rustic charm of ceramic sinks appeal to you but your utility room would benefit a less substantial piece, French farmhouse sinks may be the perfect option; cast in French clay to produce a more refined finish, farmhouse sinks can be a thinner, more elegant alternative to their robust counterparts. As well as offering practicality, ceramic sinks make a beautiful statement centrepiece – utility rooms with a country or shabby chic feel will find the perfect complement to rustic wooden units with a butler or farmhouse sink. Smaller sinks are perfectly adequate if your utility room doesn’t demand as much from you, if you do the odd bit of rinsing instead of regularly being elbow-deep in heavy-duty washing. Stainless steel sinks are a practical choice that can withstand the bashing they will get in an utility room set up. Composite sinks are available in granite and quartz variations, both boasting superior durability and damage resistance; to boot, their smooth clean finish lends itself to an ultramodern style utility room. If you’re still unsure on your utility design, take a look through the hundreds of photos for some utility room ideas from professional designers and other homeowners. You might find a design theme or some utility room storage ideas that will inspire you for your utility room makeover.
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