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Brown Utility Room with Grey Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Hanover NH Modern Project
Hanover NH Modern Project
Gilt Edge Builders, LLCGilt Edge Builders, LLC
Burgundy Home
Burgundy Home
Hali MacDonald InteriorsHali MacDonald Interiors
Master Bathroom, Laundry, and Bedroom Renovation In South Tampa
Master Bathroom, Laundry, and Bedroom Renovation In South Tampa
DCI Home ImprovementsDCI Home Improvements
Laundry room renovation in South Tampa.
Preston townhouse
Preston townhouse
Jasmine McClelland DesignJasmine McClelland Design
European laundry hiding behind stunning George Fethers Oak bi-fold doors. Caesarstone benchtop, warm strip lighting, light grey matt square tile splashback and grey joinery. A guest appearance by the timber stair treads in the foreground.
Project 2867-2 Longfellow Minneapolis Basement Remodel + Laundry + Storage
Project 2867-2 Longfellow Minneapolis Basement Remodel + Laundry + Storage
Castle Building & RemodelingCastle Building & Remodeling
This Arts & Crafts home in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis was built in 1926 and has all the features associated with that traditional architectural style. After two previous remodels (essentially the entire 1st & 2nd floors) the homeowners were ready to remodel their basement. The existing basement floor was in rough shape so the decision was made to remove the old concrete floor and pour an entirely new slab. A family room, spacious laundry room, powder bath, a huge shop area and lots of added storage were all priorities for the project. Working with and around the existing mechanical systems was a challenge and resulted in some creative ceiling work, and a couple of quirky spaces! Custom cabinetry from The Woodshop of Avon enhances nearly every part of the basement, including a unique recycling center in the basement stairwell. The laundry also includes a Paperstone countertop, and one of the nicest laundry sinks you’ll ever see. Come see this project in person, September 29 – 30th on the 2018 Castle Home Tour.
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.
Modern Spanish Estate - Laundry Room
Modern Spanish Estate - Laundry Room
H. Ryan StudioH. Ryan Studio
Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H. Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Alamo Whole House Remodel with Addition
Alamo Whole House Remodel with Addition
RemCon, Inc.RemCon, Inc.
Modern and gorgeous full house remodel. Cabinets by Diable Valley Cabinetry Tile and Countertops by Formation Stone Floors by Dickinson Hardware Flooring
Laundry room/mudroom cabinetry by Prime Design Cabinetry LLC
Laundry room/mudroom cabinetry by Prime Design Cabinetry LLC
Prime Design Cabinetry LLCPrime Design Cabinetry LLC
Prime Design Cabinetry LLC expertly combines function with design. We thrive on utilizing all space for an effective smart-home. Cabinets with adjustable shelving and a place to hang-dry along with a countertop perfect for folding items will make daily tasks a cinch (photo part of a larger project). Contact us today.
Entertainment Barn
Entertainment Barn
Crisp ArchitectsCrisp Architects
Rob Karosis
Blue Scullery with Miele Appliances
Blue Scullery with Miele Appliances
The Secret DrawerThe Secret Drawer
A place for everything and everything in its place. A Scullery is the perfect hideaway solution for non-food storage and the laundry. Often larger than a utility room but oh so practical! Cabinetry finished in Farrow & Ball Stiffkey Blue. Worktops: Centurus Grey Quartzite. Floor: Reclaimed local stone.
431 Balmoral Road
431 Balmoral Road
Zoltan Construction LLCZoltan Construction LLC
Mountain Majestic - Laundry
Mountain Majestic - Laundry
Inverness Design GroupInverness Design Group
Double pocket doors to laundry
Double pocket doors to laundry
Good Construction IncGood Construction Inc
Double pocket doors allow wheelchair access to laundry but also can be closed off when needed. We also added an occupancy sensor for the overhead light.
Sunset Island Trail Project
Sunset Island Trail Project
JR Builders LLCJR Builders LLC
07 - Legacy Residence
07 - Legacy Residence
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Needham I
Needham I
Michelle Markert InteriorsMichelle Markert Interiors
Laundry room with folding counter, sink and stackable washer/dryer. Two drawers pull out for laundry hampers. Storage availalbe in wall cabinets.
Refined Rustic
Refined Rustic
Kristy Cameron DesignKristy Cameron Design
Laundry Room Custom Cabinetry
Laundry Room Custom Cabinetry
Trim Tech DesignsTrim Tech Designs
Washing, drying, and folding don’t feel like a chore in this gorgeous space! What’s the first place you would remodel in your home?
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Bonfe BuildersBonfe Builders

Brown Utility Room with Grey Worktops 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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