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Single-wall Utility Room with an Utility Sink Ideas and Designs

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Ahwatukee Arizona full house remodel
Ahwatukee Arizona full house remodel
D'amore IDSD'amore IDS
Woodland Park Stafford
Woodland Park Stafford
Mark Payne HomesMark Payne Homes
Large tiled utility room leading out to the garage, with built in lockers, granite countertops and a utility sink.
Open Concept Basement Development
Open Concept Basement Development
Dependable Renovations LtdDependable Renovations Ltd
Fun & Playful Dog Bath and Laundry Room
Fun & Playful Dog Bath and Laundry Room
Blue Envelope Designs, LLCBlue Envelope Designs, LLC
Who said a Laundry Room had to be dull and boring? This colorful laundry room is loaded with storage both in its custom cabinetry and also in its 3 large closets for winter/spring clothing. The black and white 20x20 floor tile gives a nod to retro and is topped off with apple green walls and an organic free-form backsplash tile! This room serves as a doggy mud-room, eating center and luxury doggy bathing spa area as well. The organic wall tile was designed for visual interest as well as for function. The tall and wide backsplash provides wall protection behind the doggy bathing station. The bath center is equipped with a multifunction hand-held faucet with a metal hose for ease while giving the dogs a bath. The shelf underneath the sink is a pull-out doggy eating station and the food is located in a pull-out trash bin.
3 Buckley Court
3 Buckley Court
Jenifer Fennell PhotographyJenifer Fennell Photography
Copyright Jenifer Fennell Photography
28th
28th
Bowline Construction Inc.Bowline Construction Inc.
647 WD
647 WD
Weaver Custom HomesWeaver Custom Homes
Basement Bathroom & Laundry Room
Basement Bathroom & Laundry Room
CRS Renovation & DesignCRS Renovation & Design
By renovating a portion of the basement, style and functionality were introduced with the addition of a 3-piece bathroom and a laundry room. A Cutler vanity in “Sundown” was installed and a luxurious stand-up shower was created with “Lugano Light Grey” porcelain tiles, which were carried into the floor from the bathroom to the hallway and into the laundry room. Cabinets in “Cascade White” frame the new washer and dryer with a utility sink to finish off the space.
Transitional Laundry Room
Transitional Laundry Room
SoCal KitchensSoCal Kitchens
Transitional laundry room with white shaker cabinets, stacking washer/dryer, quartz countertops, grey porcelain tile floors, and barn door.
CT Farmhouse
CT Farmhouse
Salisbury ArtisansSalisbury Artisans
Designs by Amanda Jones Photo by David Bowen
Singhamtpon
Singhamtpon
Alair Homes CollingwoodAlair Homes Collingwood
This is our second project for these clients. We have now renovated ¾ of their home. This project’s goal was to segregate the work area from the private area. They have a professional recording studio, so our team worked around the recording schedule throughout the project to accommodate this. Because of our team’s diligence, we received a glowing review from our client.
Forest Cove Hartwell Lake Home
Forest Cove Hartwell Lake Home
Chapman Design Group, Inc.Chapman Design Group, Inc.
Donald Chapman AIA, CMB
DC Row House
DC Row House
Grossmueller's Design ConsultantsGrossmueller's Design Consultants
Stu Estler
Landry Today or Naked Tomorrow
Landry Today or Naked Tomorrow
Tiffany Beachy DesignsTiffany Beachy Designs
After removing an old hairdresser's sink, this laundry was a blank slate. Needs; cleaning cabinet, utility sink, laundry sorting. Custom cabinets were made to fit the space including shelves for laundry baskets, a deep utility sink, and additional storage space underneath for cleaning supplies. The tall closet cabinet holds brooms, mop, and vacuums. A decorative shelf adds a place to hang dry clothes and an opportunity for a little extra light. A fun handmade sign was added to lighten the mood in an otherwise solely utilitarian space.
Kitchen, Mudroom, Garage Remodel
Kitchen, Mudroom, Garage Remodel
Titus Built, LLCTitus Built, LLC
Titus Built
Pinecrest
Pinecrest
All About the Wow, Inc.All About the Wow, Inc.
Historic Home Bathroom & Laundry Room Remodel
Historic Home Bathroom & Laundry Room Remodel
Inspirational Design & ConstructionInspirational Design & Construction
This was a full bathroom, but the jacuzzi tub was removed to make room for a laundry area. There were custom sized laundry shelves added, along with cabinets above the washer and dryer for organization.
Cardiff Modern Farmhouse
Cardiff Modern Farmhouse
ProPacific Builders, Inc.ProPacific Builders, Inc.
Theresa Court. Crown Point, IN. New Construction.
Theresa Court. Crown Point, IN. New Construction.
Vater ConstructionVater Construction
Paul Velgos
Crystal Cabinetry Design Gallery
Crystal Cabinetry Design Gallery
Cabernet Kitchen & BathCabernet Kitchen & Bath

Single-wall 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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