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Tuskegee
Tuskegee
Green Tech HousesGreen Tech Houses
Laundry room with gas and electric hookups for dryer.
New build - Proctor
New build - Proctor
Simon Burt PhotographySimon Burt Photography
Simon Burt
Mudroom with a Purpose
Mudroom with a Purpose
Closet Organizing SystemsCloset Organizing Systems
This mudroom is finished in grey melamine with shaker raised panel door fronts and butcher block counter tops. Bead board backing was used on the wall where coats hang to protect the wall and providing a more built-in look. Bench seating is flanked with large storage drawers and both open and closed upper cabinetry. Above the washer and dryer there is ample space for sorting and folding clothes along with a hanging rod above the sink for drying out hanging items. Designed by Jamie Wilson for Closet Organizing Systems
Logan Square Redux Laundry
Logan Square Redux Laundry
Lark ArchitectureLark Architecture
The opposite side of the bed loft houses the laundry and closet space. A vent-free all-in-one washer dryer combo unit adds to the efficiency of the home, with convenient proximity to the hanging space of the closet and the ample storage of the full cabinetry wall.
Appliance Repair Services - Santa Maria CA
Appliance Repair Services - Santa Maria CA
The Best Appliance GuyThe Best Appliance Guy
The Best Appliance Guy - Appliance Repair Service. Serving Santa Maria since 1999. Cost effective appliance repairs with a guarantee.
Seattle, WA - Transitional - African Mahogany Laundry Room Countertop
Seattle, WA - Transitional - African Mahogany Laundry Room Countertop
Grothouse Wood CountertopsGrothouse Wood Countertops
Grothouse Wood Countertop Details: Countertop Wood: African Mahogany Construction Style: Flat Grain Countertop Thickness: 1-1/2" thick Countertop Edge Profile: 1/8" Roundover Wood Countertop Finish: Durata® Permanent Finish in 55 Sheen Wood Stain: The Favorite #03012 Designer: Collaborative Interiors Photography: NW Architectural / Homeworks by Kelly
Modern Organic Bathroom Laundry Room Remodel
Modern Organic Bathroom Laundry Room Remodel
Sue DiRannaSue DiRanna
The vanity top and the washer/dryer counter are both made from an IKEA butcher block table top that I was able to cut into the custom sizes for the space. I learned alot about polyurethane and felt a little like the Karate Kid, poly on, sand off, poly on, sand off. The counter does have a leg on the front left for support. This arrangement allowed for a small hangar bar and 4" space to keep brooms, swifter, and even a small step stool to reach the upper most cabinet space. Not saying I'm short, but I will admint that I could use a little vertical help sometimes, but I am not short.
Simple and Clean Laundry Space
Simple and Clean Laundry Space
Dovetail Group LLCDovetail Group LLC
Laundry Room Upgrade #2
Laundry Room Upgrade #2
homedecorandideashomedecorandideas
Full finished project. We added a shelf for additional storage space. I feel that the new design and color compliments the new washer and dryer set quite well!
Elfa laundry London
Elfa laundry London
Organise SpaceOrganise Space
Drying racks aerated shelves, containers organiser
Kitchen and Laundry Renovation Oak Park
Kitchen and Laundry Renovation Oak Park
Kitchen ShackKitchen Shack
Fully functional laundry designed to suit this family of four.
Laundry
Laundry
Unity KitchensUnity Kitchens
This client wanted to maximise the natural light and feeling of space within the kitchen design with an open plan layout. By keeping the benchtops light and minimizing the amount of overhead units the kitchen has retained an airy feel. The white tall & wall kitchen cabinets add to this feeling along with gorgeous plantation shutters and a classic butler's sink. Featuring a combination of Dulux Malay Grey and Dulux Half Lexicon 2 pack painted doors.
Laundry room and half bath | Murray 0522
Laundry room and half bath | Murray 0522
William French Home ImprovementsWilliam French Home Improvements
Electrolux Lookbook
Electrolux Lookbook
UserUser
Compact laundry room/nook with side by side washer and dryer and storage shelves.
Warm Wash Mudroom
Warm Wash Mudroom
UserUser
TANSEL Laundry Storage Pull Out Wire Baskets
TANSEL Laundry Storage Pull Out Wire Baskets
Tansel Stainless Steel Pull Out StorageTansel Stainless Steel Pull Out Storage
Maximise space and increase functionality with individual pull out wire baskets in your laundry. Australian owned and designed, our products are made from stainless steel wire which is perfect for continually damp areas. Perfect for new and existing cabinets of just about any size. Wide range available and professional expert advice to help you choose what is best for you. Lifetime warranty against rust and on the functioning of slides and mechanisms. Easy to install and DIY friendly too.
Modern Mud Room
Modern Mud Room
Just the Right PieceJust the Right Piece
Modern White Laundry and Mudroom with Lockers and a fabulous Farm Door. Just the Right Piece Warren, NJ 07059
Seattle, WA - Transitional - African Mahogany Laundry Room Countertop
Seattle, WA - Transitional - African Mahogany Laundry Room Countertop
Grothouse Wood CountertopsGrothouse Wood Countertops
Grothouse Wood Countertop Details: Countertop Wood: African Mahogany Construction Style: Flat Grain Countertop Thickness: 1-1/2" thick Countertop Edge Profile: 1/8" Roundover Wood Countertop Finish: Durata® Permanent Finish in 55 Sheen Wood Stain: The Favorite #03012 Designer: Collaborative Interiors Photography: NW Architectural / Homeworks by Kelly
Joblin Residence, Arrowtown
Joblin Residence, Arrowtown
Ferguson Builders LtdFerguson Builders Ltd
This light and bright laundry with extra storage space includes state of the art appliance and a tiled splashback.
Warm Wash Mudroom
Warm Wash Mudroom
UserUser

Budget Modern Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed modern 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 modern utility design.

What do I need in my modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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