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Laundry and More - Hanover, MA
Laundry and More - Hanover, MA
Transitions Kitchens and BathsTransitions Kitchens and Baths
This laundry room design is exactly what every home needs! As a dedicated utility, storage, and laundry room, it includes space to store laundry supplies, pet products, and much more. It also incorporates a utility sink, countertop, and dedicated areas to sort dirty clothes and hang wet clothes to dry. The space also includes a relaxing bench set into the wall of cabinetry. Photos by Susan Hagstrom
Meadowbrook Cottage
Meadowbrook Cottage
Hage HomesHage Homes
Corey Gaffer
Electrolux Laundry Appliances
Electrolux Laundry Appliances
Baron's Major BrandsBaron's Major Brands
Featuring the latest in technology and design, Electrolux washers and dryers are innovative, intuitive and efficient.
Laundry/Craft Room Remodel
Laundry/Craft Room Remodel
Cutting Edge Construction & Woodworks, Inc.Cutting Edge Construction & Woodworks, Inc.
Basil colored shaker style cabinets and a subdued green on the walls make this a warm & inviting space. Photo by Scot Trueblood
Laundry and mud room with custom dog wash
Laundry and mud room with custom dog wash
Jennifer Ryan DesignJennifer Ryan Design
A little extra space in the new laundry room was the perfect place for the dog wash/deep sink Debbie Schwab Photography
Astoria Watermark Showhome - 31 Watermark Rd
Astoria Watermark Showhome - 31 Watermark Rd
Rochelle Cote Interior DesignRochelle Cote Interior Design
Adrian Shellard Photography
Ballard Home Remodel
Ballard Home Remodel
Potter Construction IncPotter Construction Inc
Dale Lang NW Architectural Photography
European Splendor Custom Home
European Splendor Custom Home
Authenticity, LLCAuthenticity, LLC
Alan Jackson - Jackson Studios
Laundry & Mud Room Remodel in Coastal Virginia
Laundry & Mud Room Remodel in Coastal Virginia
Benson Homes LLCBenson Homes LLC
This custom granite slab gives the homeowner a nice view into the backyard and the children's play area.
Bainbridge
Bainbridge
PrepareToSellPrepareToSell
PrepareToSell.House
16 Ford, Castro
16 Ford, Castro
Organic InteriorsOrganic Interiors
Luxe home
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Rodrozen Design + BuildRodrozen Design + Build
Minnetonka laundry
Minnetonka laundry
Meriwether IncMeriwether Inc
Created from a former breezeway this laundry room and mudroom is bright and cheery, Photos by Susan Gilmore
Private Residence - St. Charles
Private Residence - St. Charles
Meyer DesignMeyer Design
Exterior door leading into the mud room. The speak easy door makes a fun addition to the exterior.
North Lincoln laundry and powder room
North Lincoln laundry and powder room
Plain & PoshPlain & Posh
These homeowners had a relatively small space and a large wish list. This family of 5 needed some form of mudroom area, while still maintaining the laudry area. Relocationg the washer and dryer from under the window allowed me to give them folding space, a laundry sink, and the boot bench area for all of their coats and backpacks. Their is even a hanging space for clothes to drip dry or get hung before putting away. The powder room was also tiny. We knew we wanted to find something dramatic that worked with the office area that is immediately adjacent to it. That room is painted to most beatiful shade of blue. When we found this Farrow and Ball Lotus wallpaper, we knew we had the perfect starting point.
Lyneham Extension and Renovation
Lyneham Extension and Renovation
Build ProfessionalBuild Professional
Home renovation and extension.
Powder room & Laundry room
Powder room & Laundry room
A Design Art & HouseA Design Art & House
A small dated powder room gets re-invented! Our client was looking to update her powder room/laundry room, we designed and installed wood paneling to match the style of the house. Our client selected this fabulous wallpaper and choose a vibrant green for the wall paneling and all the trims, the white ceramic sink and toilet look fresh and clean. A long and narrow medicine cabinet with 2 white globe sconces completes the look, on the opposite side of the room the washer and drier are tucked in under a wood counter also painted green.
Blue and White Mud Room/Laundry Room
Blue and White Mud Room/Laundry Room
Cabinet-S-TopCabinet-S-Top
In this laundry room, Medallion Providence Reverse Raised with Chai Latte Classic Painted Finish with Cambria Portrush quartz countertops. The backsplash is Emser 3x8 Passion Gloss Azul Tile and the tile on the floor is Emser 9x9 Design Mural Tile. The hardware on the cabinets is Top Knobs Hillmont pull in flat black.
Broadmoor Beauty
Broadmoor Beauty
Sutherland Design Home, LLCSutherland Design Home, LLC
1950's laundry room transformed into a beautiful space to do laundry. We were challenged with old pipes, low ceiling and concealing a large water heater. We created two false walls and cabinetry around the water heater for a seamless flow.
Hidden Laundry
Hidden Laundry
Camden Grace LLCCamden Grace LLC
With no room for a large laundry room, we took an existing hallway closet, removed the header, and created doors that slide back for a functional, yet hidden- laundry area. Pulls are Rocky Mountain Hardare.

Affordable 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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