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Garden Party in the Laundry Room
Garden Party in the Laundry Room
Kim Dee DesignsKim Dee Designs
Laundry Day has never been so exciting! Our client was looking to increase form and functionality in their laundry room, taking it from bare bones to a fully finished space, offering multiple organic and earthy inspired aesthetic moments to be used for styling her work as a gardening influencer as well as practical functionality, storage and organization at home. To optimize functionality while creating a beautiful and inspiring space, we added storage all around, including lower cabinets and open shelving and upper cabinets to the ceiling, a gorgeous new vintage inspired sink grounded with decorative tonal backsplash, additional lighting, butcher block counter(s), a shelf framing the washer/dryer, and a hanging bar for drying..
Washington Blvd
Washington Blvd
MJ Design & BuildMJ Design & Build
Small laundry closet on second floor by bedrooms features wallpaper & butcher block countertop
Whole house remodel, Sarasota, FL
Whole house remodel, Sarasota, FL
KB Design +KB Design +
A convenience packed little Mud room/Laundry room. The room has his and hers closets, stackable machines, a seating bench customized to fit taller boots, custom drying racks, and a mop closet.
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
Classic Bootility Room
Classic Bootility Room
Tom HowleyTom Howley
No boot room is complete without bespoke bench seating. Here, we've added a contrasting oak seat for warmth and additional storage underneath—the perfect space for removing muddy boots and gathering everything you need for the day ahead.
Northbrook, IL Kitchen, Master bathroom, Laundry Room, Family Room Remodel
Northbrook, IL Kitchen, Master bathroom, Laundry Room, Family Room Remodel
Synergy Builders Inc.Synergy Builders Inc.
Coastal Cottage Charm
Coastal Cottage Charm
Six Walls IncSix Walls Inc
Blanchard | Laundry, Bar & Pantry Renovation
Blanchard | Laundry, Bar & Pantry Renovation
Phase One DesignPhase One Design
Hidden washer and dryer in open laundry room.
Happy Blue/White Home
Happy Blue/White Home
Karen Spiritoso Designs LLCKaren Spiritoso Designs LLC
Maple Grove Main Level Make Over
Maple Grove Main Level Make Over
J Brothers Design | Build | RemodelJ Brothers Design | Build | Remodel
Wells Street, Southbank
Wells Street, Southbank
Key PieceKey Piece
Adrienne Bizzarri Photography
Mudroom/Laundry Room
Mudroom/Laundry Room
Closet Factory ChicagoCloset Factory Chicago
Multi-Functional and beautiful Laundry/Mudroom. Kids storage is contained on hooks and baskets in the cubbies under the bench. Gloves/Hats and miscellaneous seasonal storage available above the locker spaces.
Laundry/Mudroom Combo
Laundry/Mudroom Combo
Niche reDesignNiche reDesign
We managed to squeeze in a lot in this tight space! Upper storage, small sink, and a narrow pull out on castors for laundry detergent etc. We made a shelf out of the leftover countertop material for the bench seat.
Прачечная
Прачечная
ArtechnologyArtechnology
Архитектурная студия: Artechnology Архитектор: Тимур Шарипов Дизайнер: Ольга Истомина Светодизайнер: Сергей Назаров Фото: Сергей Красюк Этот проект был опубликован на интернет-портале AD Russia Этот проект стал лауреатом премии INTERIA AWARDS 2017
Full House Remodel
Full House Remodel
Precision BuildersPrecision Builders
Lighthorne House
Lighthorne House
Christopher Peters Kitchens and InteriorsChristopher Peters Kitchens and Interiors
Bespoke landry cupboard built in wall to wall
Dark Green Boot Room
Dark Green Boot Room
Tom HowleyTom Howley
Our dark green boot room and utility has been designed for all seasons, incorporating open and closed storage for muddy boots, bags, various outdoor items and cleaning products. No boot room is complete without bespoke bench seating. In this instance, we've introduced a warm and contrasting walnut seat, offering a cosy perch and additional storage below. To add a heritage feel, we've embraced darker tones, walnut details and burnished brass Antrim handles, bringing beauty to this practical room.
Historical Laundry Room Remodel in Vickery Place
Historical Laundry Room Remodel in Vickery Place
Blackline RenovationsBlackline Renovations
With the original, unfinished laundry room located in the enclosed porch with plywood subflooring and bare shiplap on the walls, our client was ready for a change. To create a functional size laundry/utility room, Blackline Renovations repurposed part of the enclosed porch and slightly expanded into the original kitchen footprint. With a small space to work with, form and function was paramount. Blackline Renovations’ creative solution involved carefully designing an efficient layout with accessible storage. The laundry room was thus designed with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry and a stacked washer/dryer to provide enough space for a folding station and drying area. The lower cabinet beneath the drying area was even customized to conceal and store a cat litter box. Every square inch was wisely utilized to maximize this small space.
ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)
ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)
Debra Winston, UDCPDebra Winston, UDCP
The stacked washer and dryer are a compact solution for a tight space. The heat pump dryer us ductless, saving energy and money.
Thornleigh Kitchen & Laundry Renovation Sydney 2120
Thornleigh Kitchen & Laundry Renovation Sydney 2120
The Renovation BrokerThe Renovation Broker

Small Traditional Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed traditional 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 traditional utility design.

What do I need in my traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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