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Amazing Kitchen Upgrade to Old Rambler in Vienna, Va
Amazing Kitchen Upgrade to Old Rambler in Vienna, Va
Michael Nash Design, Build & HomesMichael Nash Design, Build & Homes
For this recently moved in military family, their old rambler home offered plenty of area for potential improvement. An entire new kitchen space was designed to create a greater feeling of family warmth. It all started with gutting the old rundown kitchen. The kitchen space was cramped and disconnected from the rest of the main level. There was a large bearing wall separating the living room from the kitchen and the dining room. A structure recessed beam was inserted into the attic space that enabled opening up of the entire main level. A large L-shaped island took over the wall placement giving a big work and storage space for the kitchen. Installed wood flooring matched up with the remaining living space created a continuous seam-less main level. By eliminating a side door and cutting through brick and block back wall, a large picture window was inserted to allow plenty of natural light into the kitchen. Recessed and pendent lights also improved interior lighting. By using offset cabinetry and a carefully selected granite slab to complement each other, a more soothing space was obtained to inspire cooking and entertaining. The fabulous new kitchen was completed with a new French door leading to the sun room. This family is now very happy with the massive transformation, and are happy to join their new community.
Ambler Road
Ambler Road
Mailen DesignMailen Design
Peter Landers
SOJI Project: Empire
SOJI Project: Empire
SOJI InteriorsSOJI Interiors
Double Void House
Double Void House
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
Дизайн квартиры в стиле Mid-century
Дизайн квартиры в стиле Mid-century
Сигнал - архитектурно-строительная компанияСигнал - архитектурно-строительная компания
GH 7 - Mahtomedi, MN
GH 7 - Mahtomedi, MN
GreenHalo BuildsGreenHalo Builds
Grace of light
Grace of light
Bellas ArtesBellas Artes
Natural Rustic Alder Kitchen
Natural Rustic Alder Kitchen
MBS InteriorsMBS Interiors
Natural Rustic Alder Kraftmaid laundry room cabinetry with Berenson hardware and white side by side washer dryer unit.
Suite Style Master
Suite Style Master
Lustig Custom CabinetsLustig Custom Cabinets
Through the master bath suite & the walk-in closet, you will find the master laundry. The perfect combination of storage, folding space & function. White painted maple cabinetry in a shaker style features a roll out trash & a pull out ironing board. Portraits by Mandi
Crown Hill Basement Refresh
Crown Hill Basement Refresh
Jackson Design BuildJackson Design Build
Jackson Design Build | Photography: NW Architectural Photography
Laundry Cabinet
Laundry Cabinet
Aesthetics Interiors IncAesthetics Interiors Inc
Mid Century Contemporary Remodel.
Laundry Hidden Under Stairs
Laundry Hidden Under Stairs
Brickhouse Kitchens and BathsBrickhouse Kitchens and Baths
Griffith Renovation
Griffith Renovation
Build ProfessionalBuild Professional
Nathan Lanham
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Dashing Duplex | Full renovation in Kensington, London, W8
Jemimah BarnettJemimah Barnett
Joinery by Luxe Projects London — joinery colour is Slaked Lime Deep #150 by Little Greene
Actualisation d'une maison des années '50
Actualisation d'une maison des années '50
Équipe Mandrée DesignÉquipe Mandrée Design
Palo Alto Contemporary 2015
Palo Alto Contemporary 2015
Tali Hardonag ArchitectTali Hardonag Architect
Laundry machines are housed in a hallway closet central to bathrooms. Photography: Mark Pinkerton vi360
West Glebe Second Level Dormer Addition
West Glebe Second Level Dormer Addition
Zelaya Properties LLCZelaya Properties LLC
Addition of a spacious and bright laundry closet in the new second floor addition. Products we used: Laundry Floor: Lowe's Style Selections porcelain floor tile in Skyros Gray Glazed Paint: Sherwin Williams "Lapland Ice" Wood Flooring: Jasper Hardwood's French Oak Collection in "Lighthouse White"
Cobble Hill Residence
Cobble Hill Residence
Benjamin Andres ArchitektBenjamin Andres Architekt
Sea Glass Laundry Room Floor
Sea Glass Laundry Room Floor
Fireclay TileFireclay Tile
Is the laundry room the last place you want to spend time in your house? Maybe it’s due for a redesign. Follow Sugar & Cloth’s lead, who transformed her laundry closet from dated to adorable with the help of 6x12 floor Tile in Sea Glass. DESIGN Sugar and Cloth PHOTOS Sugar and Cloth TILE SHOWN 6x12 in Sea Glass

Affordable Laundry Cupboard 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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