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Standing Out in a Crowd
Standing Out in a Crowd
Picture Perfect HousePicture Perfect House
Picture Perfect House
Crystal Tree Dr. - Renovation
Crystal Tree Dr. - Renovation
Peak Construction & Development, LLCPeak Construction & Development, LLC
Peak Construction & Remodeling, Inc. Orland Park, IL (708) 516-9816
Kitchen and Mudroom Renovation in Chantilly, VA
Kitchen and Mudroom Renovation in Chantilly, VA
Moss Building & DesignMoss Building & Design
This Kitchen and Mudroom renovation in Chantilly, VA featured plenty of kitchen counter space with a unique kitchen island, beautiful white cabinetry and kitchen backsplash and modern appliances that turned this dark and segmented kitchen into a bright open space.
Hickory Ridge Mudroom & Laundry Room
Hickory Ridge Mudroom & Laundry Room
Gregory Paolini Design LLCGregory Paolini Design LLC
Beautiful mudroom bench, crafted from hickory that was milled from the homeowners site during initial lot preparations.
265 Southern Cross Trail - Luandry Room
265 Southern Cross Trail - Luandry Room
Pinnacle Mountain HomesPinnacle Mountain Homes
Pinnacle Mountain Homes
Classy Mud Room
Classy Mud Room
d+b kitchen design conceptsd+b kitchen design concepts
Custom lockers, individually designed for the homeowner’s four kids, include closed storage for coats and large backpacks, drawers to house gloves, scarves and other small items and shoe cubbies underneath. The narrow room is made to feel larger by the use of old school black and white large format tile laid on the diagonal. A sink, in keeping with the era of the home, was added to the space for cleaning muddy shoes before entering the main house. The the cabinetry in the room red painted maple with wrought iron hardware and plumbing fixtures. Photo by: Mike Kaskel
Mostofo Remodel
Mostofo Remodel
Sterling Homes & Construction LLCSterling Homes & Construction LLC
Formally part of the garage we added a whole new laundry area with tons of storage.
Project Bring on the Bold
Project Bring on the Bold
m studio interior designm studio interior design
When all but the master suite was redesigned in a newly-purchased home, an opportunity arose for transformation. Lack of storage, low-height counters and an unnecessary closet space were all undesirable. Closing off the adjacent closet allowed for wider and taller vanities and a make-up station in the bathroom. Eliminating the tub, a shower sizable to wash large dogs is nestled by the windows offering ample light. The water-closet sits where the previous shower was, paired with French doors creating an airy feel while maintaining privacy. In the old closet, the previous opening to the master bath is closed off with new access from the hallway allowing for a new laundry space. The cabinetry layout ensures maximum storage. Utilizing the longest wall for equipment offered full surface space with short hanging above and a tower functions as designated tall hanging with the dog’s water bowl built-in below. A palette of warm silvers and blues compliment the bold patterns found in each of the spaces.
575 W Davis
575 W Davis
Waterstone City Homes, Inc.Waterstone City Homes, Inc.
Journeys Rest Lane
Journeys Rest Lane
Rufty Custom Built Homes and RemodelingRufty Custom Built Homes and Remodeling
Navy mudroom and laundry with open shelving.
My Houzz: Blue Stallion Farm
My Houzz: Blue Stallion Farm
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2015 Houzz
St. Ives Country Club Laundry Room Renovation Project
St. Ives Country Club Laundry Room Renovation Project
Morse DesignMorse Design
Laundry renovation, makeover in the St. Ives Country Club development in Duluth, Ga. Added wallpaper and painted cabinetry and trim a matching blue in the Thibaut Wallpaper. Extended the look into the mudroom area of the garage entrance to the home. Photos taken by Tara Carter Photography.
Utility Closet and Laundry Room Organization | Organized Living freedomRail
Utility Closet and Laundry Room Organization | Organized Living freedomRail
Organized LivingOrganized Living
Organized Living freedomRail can be installed in a closet or on an open wall to organize a laundry room or cleaning supplies. Available in wood and ventilated shelving options. This image is 48" wide and is shown in freedomRail Nickel Ventilated Shelving with Reveal Slide Out Wire Baskets. See more freedomRail storage ideas for additional areas of the home here: http://organizedliving.com/home/get-inspired
Open Plan Country Kitchen
Open Plan Country Kitchen
John Lewis of HungerfordJohn Lewis of Hungerford
Beautiful blue bespoke utility room
Ferguson Residence
Ferguson Residence
Green Tech ConstructionGreen Tech Construction
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Parker Branch
Parker Branch
Mighty Oak BuildersMighty Oak Builders
Fresh, light, and stylish laundry room. Almost enough to make us actually WANT to do laundry! Almost. The shelf over the washer/dryer is also removable. Photo credit Kristen Mayfield
Paseo Lindo - Laundry and Craft Center
Paseo Lindo - Laundry and Craft Center
Cachet HomesCachet Homes
Hallway laundry and craft area.
Masterful use of patterns and color in an Alamo Heights home
Masterful use of patterns and color in an Alamo Heights home
Paper Moon PaintingPaper Moon Painting
Designer Maria Beck of M.E. Designs expertly combines fun wallpaper patterns and sophisticated colors in this lovely Alamo Heights home. Laundry Room Paper Moon Painting wallpaper installation
Modern Golf Course Home
Modern Golf Course Home
HMH Architecture + InteriorsHMH Architecture + Interiors
Andrew Pogue
Spring Arbor - Dalton
Spring Arbor - Dalton
McKee BuildersMcKee Builders
The Dalton offers a spacious laundry room.

Red, Blue 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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