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Transitional White Painted Laundry Room
Transitional White Painted Laundry Room
Mohler's Woodworking Inc.Mohler's Woodworking Inc.
White painted transitional laundry room. Note the dog cages in the bottom of the mud cabinets! Custom made dog cages!
Laundry room with a view
Laundry room with a view
Christine Suzuki, ASID, LEED APChristine Suzuki, ASID, LEED AP
Laundry room incorporates deep sink, cat door to cabinet litter box, desk area and a beautiful view.
Laundry/Mudroom Organization
Laundry/Mudroom Organization
Room RedefinedRoom Redefined
Room Redefined decluttered the space, and did a lot of space planning to make sure it had good flow for all of the functions. Intentional use of organization products, including shelf-dividers, shelf-labels, colorful bins, wall organization to take advantage of vertical space, and cubby storage maximize functionality. We supported the process through removal of unwanted items, product sourcing and installation. We continue to work with this family to maintain the space as their needs change over time. Working with a professional organizer for your home organization projects ensures a great outcome and removes the stress!
Laundry space
Laundry space
msegersmsegers
Compared to the before situation the ceiling was lifted. An airco return was titled 90 degrees to allow this. We have space for wall cabinet for detergents, a bar to hang clothes from and an ironing board. The small sink is a welcome addition. The gas shutoff is underneath the sink. We kept the 240V outlet of the previous dryer, just in case we want to switch back to electric and have the solar panels to feed this.
Rustic Laundry Cabinet
Rustic Laundry Cabinet
Benner Home ConceptsBenner Home Concepts
Murphys Road - Living and Kitchen
Murphys Road - Living and Kitchen
Alex Fulton DesignAlex Fulton Design
Murphys Road is a renovation in a 1906 Villa designed to compliment the old features with new and modern twist. Innovative colours and design concepts are used to enhance spaces and compliant family living. This award winning space has been featured in magazines and websites all around the world. It has been heralded for it's use of colour and design in inventive and inspiring ways. Designed by New Zealand Designer, Alex Fulton of Alex Fulton Design Photographed by Duncan Innes for Homestyle Magazine
Potomac
Potomac
Annie Elliott DesignAnnie Elliott Design
Cabinet Overall
Cabinet Overall
Happy House Interiors, llc.Happy House Interiors, llc.
The cabinets are a custom paint color by Benjamin Moore called "Fan Coral". It is a near perfect match to the fish in the wallpaper.
Paseo Lindo Plan 202 ~ Chandler Arizona
Paseo Lindo Plan 202 ~ Chandler Arizona
Cachet HomesCachet Homes
Plan 202 - Multi-function laundry and craft area.
L-shaped Ranch with Warm Craftsman Style
L-shaped Ranch with Warm Craftsman Style
Jim Reif BuildersJim Reif Builders
Loft Pétillant
Loft Pétillant
WOM DESIGNWOM DESIGN
Thierry Stefanopoulos
CH+D Mag's Winter 2015 Best-Of Photos
CH+D Mag's Winter 2015 Best-Of Photos
Charleston Home + Design MagCharleston Home + Design Mag
Modern laundry room by Designer Kitchens and Baths. Photography by Patrick Brickman.
Mudroom and Laundry Room
Mudroom and Laundry Room
Stanton HomesStanton Homes
This laundry room is packed with purpose, with shelving, a hanging rod, sink, folding counter top, upper and lower cabinets, and washer/dryers with drawer storage.
Gladwyne Colonial
Gladwyne Colonial
SHOPHOUSESHOPHOUSE
Rachel McGinn Photography
Desert Chalet
Desert Chalet
Iconic by Kaitlyn WolfeIconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe
Rochester Area Parade of Home Peoples Choice Winner
Rochester Area Parade of Home Peoples Choice Winner
Abode Design SolutionsAbode Design Solutions
abode Design Solutions
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Advance Cabinetry MIAdvance Cabinetry MI
Advance Cabinetry- Painted Maple Laundry room
Parkville Art Bath - Concealed Laundry
Parkville Art Bath - Concealed Laundry
Camilla Molders DesignCamilla Molders Design
Residential Interior Design & Decoration project by Camilla Molders Design Bathroom and laundry room in one, this room was designed to seamlessly fit into a home that is full of character art & rich coloured floorboards. The brief was to include room to display some of the homes collection of Wembley ware figurines as well as house the laundry. We sourced antique encaustic tiles and used them as a feature tile across the length of the room connecting the vanity to the shower. Photography Martina Gemmola
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Distinctive Cabinetry of the High CountryDistinctive Cabinetry of the High Country
Ranch
Ranch
Thompson Custom HomesThompson Custom Homes
photos by Steve Chenn

Red 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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