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L-shaped Utility Room with an Utility Sink Ideas and Designs

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"The Taylor" Custom Home & Barn
"The Taylor" Custom Home & Barn
Snowden Builders LLCSnowden Builders LLC
DJZ Photography
Bryn Mawr Basement
Bryn Mawr Basement
Metamorphosis Design-BuildMetamorphosis Design-Build
This ½ finished laundry room was incorporated into the basement/mudroom remodel. Photo by David J. Turner
Seashore
Seashore
Erica Bryen DesignErica Bryen Design
Ryan Garvin
Laundry Room Renovation with new Bathroom
Laundry Room Renovation with new Bathroom
UserUser
Caitlyn Blaney
Hardwood
Hardwood
Cut-Rite Carpets & Design Center, Inc.Cut-Rite Carpets & Design Center, Inc.
Cut-Rite Carpet and Design Center is located at 825 White Plains Road (Rt. 22), Scarsdale, NY 10583. Come visit us! We are open Monday-Saturday from 9:00 AM-6:00 PM. (914) 506-5431 http://www.cutritecarpets.com/
la lavanderia
la lavanderia
flavia benigni architettoflavia benigni architetto
flavia benigni architetto
Showhouse on the Green
Showhouse on the Green
Julianne StirlingJulianne Stirling
Tranquil Temple
Tranquil Temple
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
Hannah Bay Home Renovation
Hannah Bay Home Renovation
Alair Homes ReginaAlair Homes Regina
This 1980s home was completely gutted and redone both inside and out. Including windows, roofing, Stucco and some exterior wall restructuring. All new interior layout and finishes throughout, including a new open concept kitchen living area with massive walk in butler’s pantry that is 16’ tall inside with shelving to the ceiling. The clients’ eclectic taste drove the design, and led to custom tile inlays, wainscoting and moulding, 13 different wallpapers and unique appliances. The most fun feature of this renovation was the son’s bedroom, which was quite small, but we were able to take advantage of a vaulted ceiling to create a custom-built loft bed with a ladder, lighting and charging station, and lots of shelving.
Laundry Room Renovation with new Bathroom
Laundry Room Renovation with new Bathroom
UserUser
Caitlyn Blaney
Old Town Brownstone
Old Town Brownstone
restyle design, llcrestyle design, llc
kathy peden photography
Greenstone Heights | Bothell
Greenstone Heights | Bothell
Quadrant HomesQuadrant Homes
Sienna Boulder
Sienna Boulder
Rochelle Lynne DesignRochelle Lynne Design
Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.
Lake Wisconsin Country Farmhouse
Lake Wisconsin Country Farmhouse
Traci Rauner DesignTraci Rauner Design
Staddons House
Staddons House
UserUser
Utility room in restored listed cottage on Dartmoor Living Space Architects Nick Hook Photography
Custom Kitchens
Custom Kitchens
GK Interior Solutions Inc.GK Interior Solutions Inc.
Painted white shaker kitchen with granite countertops. Custom laundry room and pantry to match provides an extension of the kitchen.
Craftsman-inspired Custom 2 Story
Craftsman-inspired Custom 2 Story
Perthel Homes, Inc.Perthel Homes, Inc.
Large laundry room with granite counter top.
Camp Cardinal - Rustic Modern Ranch
Camp Cardinal - Rustic Modern Ranch
Rempel ConstructionRempel Construction
Westridge
Westridge
Made To Order Woodworks LLCMade To Order Woodworks LLC
Bedell Photography www.bedellphoto.smugmug.com
Private Residence, Bethlehem, PA
Private Residence, Bethlehem, PA
Best DesignBest Design
Cute, functional laundry room. Retor laminate and 50's inspired custom cabinetry complete the space that provide the client with loads of storage and ample space to do laundry and fold clothing. An exit to the rear of the house also provides her with the ability to garden and do flower arranging in this space.

L-shaped Utility Room with an Utility Sink 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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