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Brown Utility Room with Concrete Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Modern Victorian
Modern Victorian
Tim Brown ArchitectureTim Brown Architecture
Casey Fry
Laundry Room Remodel - after
Laundry Room Remodel - after
Emoh-Home Designers Inc.Emoh-Home Designers Inc.
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Morningside bungalow
Morningside bungalow
Meriwether IncMeriwether Inc
1919 Bungalow remodel. Design by Meriwether Felt, photos by Susan Gilmore
作業効率を考えた洗面化粧室
作業効率を考えた洗面化粧室
株式会社ナサホーム株式会社ナサホーム
洗面脱衣室には収納と一緒に作業カウンターを設け、アイロン台としても使用出来るようにし、カウンター上部の棚の下にはハンガーパイプの取り付けをし、アイロンをかけ終わった衣服をすぐに架けることが出来るようにしています。 一連の作業がしやすく、とても便利になりました。
Portage Bay
Portage Bay
Heliotrope ArchitectsHeliotrope Architects
Photo Credit: Aaron Leitz
Laundry Room Makeover
Laundry Room Makeover
Paolucci DesignsPaolucci Designs
NE Mpls Laundry Room
NE Mpls Laundry Room
E_ DesignsE_ Designs
A few years after completing this NE Minneapolis homeowner’s basement, it was time to give the cold unfinished laundry room a quick facelift! With passion for design, we were focused on cleaning up the space while keeping a tight budget. The decision was made to create a finished- unfinished space. With design inspiration from Pinterest and a homeowner’s throw pillow, a chevron painted floor pattern was designed. The unfinished walls were painted a warm yellow to brighten up the room. The unfinished ceiling was painted a clean white to give the impression of height and lighten the room. Existing tables that have stood the test of time were painted white and new maple butcher block counters were installed for additional folding room. Finally, new shelving and a long hanging rod were stretched across the room. The laundry room is an eyesore no more! The new space completes the basements design, brings functionality, and most importantly- is fun! Photographer: Lisa Brunnel
Los Gatos Treehouse
Los Gatos Treehouse
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.
Vaughan Residence
Vaughan Residence
MILLWORXMILLWORX
Arbutus Ridge - Laundry & Bathroom
Arbutus Ridge - Laundry & Bathroom
McPherson CabinetryMcPherson Cabinetry
The clients requested a Laundry & Bathroom combination that was simple, flush and had that clean minimalistic feel. The layout is great at keeping things separate, clean and tidy.
The Grove Social
The Grove Social
Jamie Schachtel Design GroupJamie Schachtel Design Group
Crown Hill Basement Refresh
Crown Hill Basement Refresh
Jackson Design BuildJackson Design Build
Jackson Design Build | Photography: NW Architectural Photography
Blairwood/ Studio City Upstairs Addition
Blairwood/ Studio City Upstairs Addition
Union of Art, IncUnion of Art, Inc
CLASSIC COLONY HOME
CLASSIC COLONY HOME
Texas Classic Custom HomesTexas Classic Custom Homes
Cabin in the Woods
Cabin in the Woods
Kevin MausethKevin Mauseth
This is a cabin in the woods off the beaten path in rural Mississippi. It's owner has a refined, rustic style that appears throughout the home. The porches, many windows, great storage, open concept, tall ceilings, upscale finishes and comfortable yet stylish furnishings all contribute to the heightened livability of this space. It's just perfect for it's owner to get away from everything and relax in her own, custom tailored space.
Laundry, Mudroom and Butler's Pantry in Littleton, CO
Laundry, Mudroom and Butler's Pantry in Littleton, CO
Da Vinci Remodeling, LLCDa Vinci Remodeling, LLC
Libbie Holmes Photography
Vaughan Residence
Vaughan Residence
MILLWORXMILLWORX
The Manhattan
The Manhattan
Tradewinds General Contracting, Inc.Tradewinds General Contracting, Inc.
Old World Elegance
Old World Elegance
PC Designs LLCPC Designs LLC
Mudroom-Laundry Room with shower and toilet behind pocket door. A cubby for everyone!
Laurelhurst Tudor Home
Laurelhurst Tudor Home
Ann McCulloch Shop & StudioAnn McCulloch Shop & Studio
New laundry room with removable ceiling to access plumbing for future kitchen remodel. Soffit on upper left accomodates heating ducts from new furnace room (accecssed by door to the left of the sink). Painted cabinets, painted concrete floor and built in hanging rod make for functional laundry space. Photo by David Hiser

Brown Utility Room with Concrete Flooring 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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