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Laundry + Mud Room
Laundry + Mud Room
Ware Architecture StudioWare Architecture Studio
Ginny Avants
Bogart 3
Bogart 3
Studio Design ElementsStudio Design Elements
West of Eden
West of Eden
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
For a family that loves hosting large gatherings, this expansive home is a dream; boasting two unique entertaining spaces, each expanding onto outdoor-living areas, that capture its magnificent views. The sheer size of the home allows for various ‘experiences’; from a rec room perfect for hosting game day and an eat-in wine room escape on the lower-level, to a calming 2-story family greatroom on the main. Floors are connected by freestanding stairs, framing a custom cascading-pendant light, backed by a stone accent wall, and facing a 3-story waterfall. A custom metal art installation, templated from a cherished tree on the property, both brings nature inside and showcases the immense vertical volume of the house. Photography: Paul Grdina
Additions and Remodeling Great Falls, VA
Additions and Remodeling Great Falls, VA
J Jackson AIAJ Jackson AIA
Dream Laundry Room
Dream Laundry Room
Innovative Closet DesignsInnovative Closet Designs
This is the entranceway to the laundry. Here we have a small window seat next to full length doors. Behind the full length doors is some hanging storage. Full crown and base moulding add to the finish of this area.
North Shore House
North Shore House
IOANNA LENNOX INTERIORSIOANNA LENNOX INTERIORS
The Ultimate Utility and Boot Room
The Ultimate Utility and Boot Room
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
Whether it’s used as a laundry, cloakroom, stashing sports gear or for extra storage space a utility and boot room will help keep your kitchen clutter-free and ensure everything in your busy household is streamlined and organised! Our head designer worked very closely with the clients on this project to create a utility and boot room that worked for all the family needs and made sure there was a place for everything. Masses of smart storage!
Custom Home - Modern Mediterranean
Custom Home - Modern Mediterranean
CRH Interior Design, LLCCRH Interior Design, LLC
Loch Lomond Residence - Meyerland
Loch Lomond Residence - Meyerland
Unika HomesUnika Homes
Spacious Retreat
Spacious Retreat
Artistic Cabinetry LLCArtistic Cabinetry LLC
This large master closet also shares the space with a large laundry area. The closet features adjustable shelving, pull down closet rods, and jewelry storage. The laundry area features pull down closet rods, under cabinet lighting, and angled power strips. The space flows into the master bathroom with the continuation of flooring and elegant lighting choices throughout.
Dream house in Bakersfield
Dream house in Bakersfield
Martini InteriorsMartini Interiors
Single family villa
Lorne Park Residence
Lorne Park Residence
MILLWORXMILLWORX
Mark Anthony Studios
Belvidere place
Belvidere place
Portland building and remodelingPortland building and remodeling
Originally this room was the 3rd bedroom on the main level. It was turned into an upstairs laundry/mudroom, and directly connects to the garage. It also connects to the hall bathroom.
Lake Carillon Estate Home
Lake Carillon Estate Home
Atwood Custom HomesAtwood Custom Homes
Bears Club Custom
Bears Club Custom
Marc Julien HomesMarc Julien Homes
Hidden next to the fairways of The Bears Club in Jupiter Florida, this classic 8,200 square foot Mediterranean estate is complete with contemporary flare. Custom built for our client, this home is comprised of all the essentials including five bedrooms, six full baths in addition to two half baths, grand room featuring a marble fireplace, dining room adjacent to a large wine room, family room overlooking the loggia and pool as well as a master wing complete with separate his and her closets and bathrooms.
Traditional Laundry & Scullery
Traditional Laundry & Scullery
Grenfell & PeplowGrenfell & Peplow
We designed this bespoke traditional laundry for a client with a very long wish list! 1) Seperate laundry baskets for whites, darks, colours, bedding, dusters, and delicates/woolens. 2) Seperate baskets for clean washing for each family member. 3) Large washing machine and dryer. 4) Drying area. 5) Lots and LOTS of storage with a place for everything. 6) Everything that isn't pretty kept out of sight.
Sand Dollar Mud Room
Sand Dollar Mud Room
Center Point CabinetsCenter Point Cabinets
Eudora Cabinetry Cottage Maple Door Bright White Finish Countertop: Silestone "Grey Amazon"
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
Etched In StoneEtched In Stone
Marmoleum Click Linoleum Floors. A Green Choice for your family, as well as amazing pattern & color options!
46 Pomeroy Road, Madison
46 Pomeroy Road, Madison
Distinctive DomainDistinctive Domain
Blanc Wash Laundry Room
Blanc Wash Laundry Room
Blanc & Noir InteriorsBlanc & Noir Interiors

Expansive Grey 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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