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19 - Charleston Laundry Room
19 - Charleston Laundry Room
Aspire Fine HomesAspire Fine Homes
www.felixsanchez.com
* 2011 THIRD PLACE - ASID - RESIDENTIAL * Scottsdale Elegance
* 2011 THIRD PLACE - ASID - RESIDENTIAL * Scottsdale Elegance
Ernesto Garcia Interior Design, LLCErnesto Garcia Interior Design, LLC
Scottsdale Elegance - Laundry Room/ Project Room - Utility View.
Family Workshop Home Organization Room with White Flat Panel Cabinetry
Family Workshop Home Organization Room with White Flat Panel Cabinetry
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
http://www.pickellbuilders.com. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. Family Workshop Home Organization Room with White Flat Panel Cabinetry, Tahoe polished granite and limestone tile floors.
Sunset Drive
Sunset Drive
Superstition CabinetsSuperstition Cabinets
Bennett Farms
Bennett Farms
Carrick Custom Home DesignCarrick Custom Home Design
Rustic Kitchen in Brighton, MI
Rustic Kitchen in Brighton, MI
Dream KitchensDream Kitchens
Elk River - T.RS. - Laundry
Elk River - T.RS. - Laundry
Banner's CabinetsBanner's Cabinets
This laundry room is unforgettable. From the arched door panels to the farmhouse sink, this utility room is fit for a king.
Contemporary Home
Contemporary Home
Baxter ConstructionBaxter Construction
Thomas Robert Clarke
Seymour Custom Build
Seymour Custom Build
Twin Peaks Construction, Inc.Twin Peaks Construction, Inc.
Two bedroom self contained guest suite.
Exquisite Kitchen, Pantry/Laundry Room & Bathroom Remodel
Exquisite Kitchen, Pantry/Laundry Room & Bathroom Remodel
Todd Whittaker Drywall Inc.Todd Whittaker Drywall Inc.
Laundry Room / Pantry multi-functional room with all of the elegant touches to match the freshly remodeled kitchen and plenty of storage space.
Shenandoah Breckenridge In Cherry Bordeaux
Shenandoah Breckenridge In Cherry Bordeaux
Lowes of Porterville CaliforniaLowes of Porterville California
Rustic Classic
Rustic Classic
Versa HomesVersa Homes
The “Rustic Classic” is a 17,000 square foot custom home built for a special client, a famous musician who wanted a home befitting a rockstar. This Langley, B.C. home has every detail you would want on a custom build. For this home, every room was completed with the highest level of detail and craftsmanship; even though this residence was a huge undertaking, we didn’t take any shortcuts. From the marble counters to the tasteful use of stone walls, we selected each material carefully to create a luxurious, livable environment. The windows were sized and placed to allow for a bright interior, yet they also cultivate a sense of privacy and intimacy within the residence. Large doors and entryways, combined with high ceilings, create an abundance of space. A home this size is meant to be shared, and has many features intended for visitors, such as an expansive games room with a full-scale bar, a home theatre, and a kitchen shaped to accommodate entertaining. In any of our homes, we can create both spaces intended for company and those intended to be just for the homeowners - we understand that each client has their own needs and priorities. Our luxury builds combine tasteful elegance and attention to detail, and we are very proud of this remarkable home. Contact us if you would like to set up an appointment to build your next home! Whether you have an idea in mind or need inspiration, you’ll love the results.
Cambria Sussex and Darlington Kitchen
Cambria Sussex and Darlington Kitchen
Creative Surfaces Countertops & TileCreative Surfaces Countertops & Tile
The Stone Center is a local Cambria quartz supplier. We work with the contractor and assist the homeowner in selecting the best countertop that meets their style, budget, design and needs. In this home we used a variety of Cambria quartz designs; Sussex and Darlington complement each other very well in the kitchen, Hollinsbrook for the custom designed vanity in the main floor powder bath; Cambria Ramsey, New Quay, and Windemere for additional vanity tops throughout the home. And, for the laundry room countertop we selected Wilsonart Crisp Linen laminate.
Iona Street, Black Rock
Iona Street, Black Rock
Key PieceKey Piece
Adrienne Bizzarri
Lorne Park Residence
Lorne Park Residence
MILLWORXMILLWORX
Mark Anthony Studios
WaterSound Beach Gulf Front Living: 210 Coopersmith Lane
WaterSound Beach Gulf Front Living: 210 Coopersmith Lane
The Beach Group Properties, LLCThe Beach Group Properties, LLC
The large laundry room and a half bath accessible from the foyer and the pool deck.
Lake House
Lake House
Homecorp - Sandy TabacinicHomecorp - Sandy Tabacinic
Craftsman-inspired Custom 2 Story
Craftsman-inspired Custom 2 Story
Perthel Homes, Inc.Perthel Homes, Inc.
Large laundry room with granite counter top.
Laundry Room & Pet Shower - The Overbrook - Cascade Craftsman Family Home
Laundry Room & Pet Shower - The Overbrook - Cascade Craftsman Family Home
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - City Loft - SW 7631 Trim Color - Custom Color - SW 8975/3535 Master Suite & Guest Bath - Site White - SW 7070 Girls' Rooms & Bath - White Beet - SW 6287 Exposed Beams & Banister Stain - Banister Beige - SW 3128-B Wall & Floor Tile by Macadam Floor & Design Counter Backsplash by Emser Tile Counter Backsplash Product Vogue in Matte Grey Floor Tile by United Tile Floor Product Hydraulic by Apavisa in Black Pet Shower Tile by Surface Art Inc Pet Shower Product A La Mode in Honed Buff Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Window Treatments by Budget Blinds Lighting by Destination Lighting Fixtures by Crystorama Lighting Interior Design by Tiffany Home Design Custom Cabinetry & Storage by Northwood Cabinets Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates
Lake Carillon Estate Home
Lake Carillon Estate Home
Atwood Custom HomesAtwood Custom Homes

Expansive L-shaped 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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