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Oak Manor Inventory Home 2
Oak Manor Inventory Home 2
Hearth & Stone BuildersHearth & Stone Builders
Huge Laundry Room wiht lots of prep space to meet anyone's needs by Hearth & Stone Builders LLC
The Atwater | Bellevue
The Atwater | Bellevue
JayMarc HomesJayMarc Homes
The Atwater's Laundry Room combines functionality and style with its design choices. White subway tile lines the walls, creating a clean and classic backdrop. Gray cabinets provide ample storage space for laundry essentials, keeping the room organized and clutter-free. The white laundry machine seamlessly blends into the space, maintaining a cohesive look. The white walls further enhance the brightness of the room, making it feel open and airy. Silver hardware adds a touch of sophistication and complements the overall color scheme. Potted plants bring a touch of nature and freshness to the room, creating a pleasant environment. The gray flooring adds a subtle contrast and ties the design together. The Atwater's Laundry Room is a practical and aesthetically pleasing space that makes laundry tasks more enjoyable.
Burleigh Drive - Ventura Homes
Burleigh Drive - Ventura Homes
Crib CreativeCrib Creative
Sublett
Sublett
LoneStar Design BuildLoneStar Design Build
Pismo Beach, Bathroom & Laundry Room Remodels
Pismo Beach, Bathroom & Laundry Room Remodels
J D Green ConstructionJ D Green Construction
Nashua, Transitional Multi-Room Renovation
Nashua, Transitional Multi-Room Renovation
The Muir ShowroomsThe Muir Showrooms
Tha laundry room is part of the main bathroom, decked out with Ultracraft cabinets in the Avon doorstyle with Mineral Grey paint and Bianco Sardo granite countertops. Bianco Sardo often has taupey flecks in it that play nicely with the Mineral Grey paint.
Bathroom Transformation
Bathroom Transformation
Jennifer Lane Architecture & DesignJennifer Lane Architecture & Design
Beaconsfield Whole Home
Beaconsfield Whole Home
The Wood WorksThe Wood Works
Our Sanctuary
Our Sanctuary
G&M Craftsman CabinetsG&M Craftsman Cabinets
When the collaboration between client, builder and cabinet maker comes together perfectly the end result is one we are all very proud of. The clients had many ideas which evolved as the project was taking shape and as the budget changed. Through hours of planning and preparation the end result was to achieve the level of design and finishes that the client, builder and cabinet expect without making sacrifices or going over budget. Soft Matt finishes, solid timber, stone, brass tones, porcelain, feature bathroom fixtures and high end appliances all come together to create a warm, homely and sophisticated finish. The idea was to create spaces that you can relax in, work from, entertain in and most importantly raise your young family in. This project was fantastic to work on and the result shows that why would you ever want to leave home?
Bozeman Tri-Level Renovation
Bozeman Tri-Level Renovation
Penny Lane Home Builders, LLCPenny Lane Home Builders, LLC
South Bozeman Tri-level Renovation - Laundry Room * Penny Lane Home Builders Design * Ted Hanson Construction * Lynn Donaldson Photography * Interior finishes: Earth Elements
loft b1
loft b1
AG&F architettiAG&F architetti
Design Home Philadelphia 2014
Design Home Philadelphia 2014
Colonial Marble and GraniteColonial Marble and Granite
Upstairs Laundry Room - The Deerhaven in Camas, Wa
Upstairs Laundry Room - The Deerhaven in Camas, Wa
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Worldly Grey - SW 7043 Trim Color - Extra White - SW 7006 Island Cabinetry Stain - Northwood Cabinets - Custom Stain Gas Fireplace by Heat & Glo Fireplace Surround by Surface Art Inc Tile Product A La Mode Flooring and Tile by Macadam Floor & Design Countertop & Backsplash Tile by Surface Art Inc. Tile Product A La Mode Floor Tile by Florida Tile Tile Product Tides in Sea Salt Faucets and Shower-heads by Delta Faucet Kitchen & Bathroom Sinks by Decolav Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Lighting by Destination Lighting Custom Cabinetry & Storage by Northwood Cabinets Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates
Timeless & Elegant Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry
Timeless & Elegant Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry
Skydell Contracting Inc.Skydell Contracting Inc.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Meyer DesignMeyer Design
Spacious Laundry room with abundant storage, drop-down hanging bars, and built-in washer & dryer. Photos: Reel Tour Media
The Idea House
The Idea House
Karen Berkemeyer HomeKaren Berkemeyer Home
Julia Ave
Julia Ave
Good Bones Design BuildGood Bones Design Build
Laundry Room
Menlo Park New Construction
Menlo Park New Construction
Fiorella Design, LLCFiorella Design, LLC
GREYCOLOR_135
GREYCOLOR_135
ART BURO 365ART BURO 365
Проект для молодой семьи с ребенком. За основу взяли оттенки серого цвета. В каждом помещении использовали свои яркие акценты.
Hampton House Renovation
Hampton House Renovation
Hart Builders Pty LtdHart Builders Pty Ltd
Laundry Photo Credit: Martina Gemmola Styling: Bask Interiors and Bea + Co

Large Contemporary Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed contemporary 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 contemporary utility design.

What do I need in my contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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