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Traditional Utility Room with Blue Floors Ideas and Designs

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Key Moss
Key Moss
Haigh ArchitectsHaigh Architects
A lovingly restored Georgian farmhouse in the heart of the Lake District. Our shared aim was to deliver an authentic restoration with high quality interiors, and ingrained sustainable design principles using renewable energy.
Wedgewood Kitchen, Baths and Family Room
Wedgewood Kitchen, Baths and Family Room
marcon KITCHEN + BATH STUDIOmarcon KITCHEN + BATH STUDIO
Design by Amanda Watson and Connie Lombardi, Photos by Uli Rankin
Simple Elegance
Simple Elegance
Tapley Cabinet WorksTapley Cabinet Works
Organized Laundry Room
Organized Laundry Room
Dona Rosene InteriorsDona Rosene Interiors
Interior Design and staging by Dona Rosene Interiors. Cabinet design and layout by Luxury Kitchen by Helene. Photos by Michael Hunter.
Multi-Generational New Home
Multi-Generational New Home
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
354 Clifford
354 Clifford
TRL Construction & DesignTRL Construction & Design
illume
illume
Alair Homes - Salt LakeAlair Homes - Salt Lake
Brad Montgomery
Traditional Whimsy
Traditional Whimsy
Charmean Neithart InteriorsCharmean Neithart Interiors
Laundry Room Makeover
Laundry Room Makeover
Joni Spear Interior DesignJoni Spear Interior Design
The homeowners were delighted at the prospect of having their poorly functioning laundry room reconfigured to allow for more hanging space and storage. What they didn’t expect was a year-long wait for cabinets delayed by the pandemic. Imported from Spain, the cabinets were selected for their modern slab-style doors and customizability; but marooned on a maritime vessel for what seemed an eternity, the project called for unparalleled patience from the clients. In the meantime, the washer and dryer were relocated to the opposite side of the room to allow for counter space on either side of the sink. Hardwood floors were replaced with Spanish-inspired encaustic tiles for a playful element while adding color. Blue and whited striped café window panels allow an abundance of natural light while adding privacy from neighboring houses. Pom-pom trim and perching bird finials adorn the drapery hardware. The Diego Grand Classical lantern in gilded iron completes the delightful composition. Cheers to improved sudsing and the virtue of patience!
Remodel: New Laundry Room
Remodel: New Laundry Room
KNR Design StudioKNR Design Studio
Compact Laundry with bi-fold doors
Compact Laundry with bi-fold doors
ImprovaImprova
Blue and White Mud Room/Laundry Room
Blue and White Mud Room/Laundry Room
Cabinet-S-TopCabinet-S-Top
In this laundry room, Medallion Providence Reverse Raised with Chai Latte Classic Painted Finish with Cambria Portrush quartz countertops. The backsplash is Emser 3x8 Passion Gloss Azul Tile and the tile on the floor is Emser 9x9 Design Mural Tile. The hardware on the cabinets is Top Knobs Hillmont pull in flat black.
Southern Hills Residence
Southern Hills Residence
Crose & Lemke ConstructionCrose & Lemke Construction
Grand Millenial in Quail Creek
Grand Millenial in Quail Creek
Alicia Zupan DesignsAlicia Zupan Designs
Utility/Laundry/Craft Room - patterned tile floors, Peonie Wallpaper and Periwinkle trim - Custom cabinets with dry racks, dog food storage, desk area, laundry basket storage, hanging, broom/mop closet, bulk storage, and extra fridge. Island in middle for folding and sorting.
Melrose Park Sydney
Melrose Park Sydney
Sartorial InteriorsSartorial Interiors
Manoa Blues
Manoa Blues
Ko'olau BuildersKo'olau Builders
laundry/mudroom remodel
laundry/mudroom remodel
Mader DesignsMader Designs
Who says you can't have a laundry/mudroom that has style and function!? We transformed this traditional craftsman style room and turned it into a modern craftsman for this busy family of 4.
Laundry Room - Lake Summerside Estate Home
Laundry Room - Lake Summerside Estate Home
Scott Arthur Millwork & Cabinetry LtdScott Arthur Millwork & Cabinetry Ltd
Custom laundry room featuring Mount Saint Anne blue lacquered cabinetry, 7 1/2" stacked to ceiling crown moulding, an accordion-style, drying rack, two custom luggage cabinetss and in cabinet mounted vacuum storage,
Marvin, NC- Laundry room
Marvin, NC- Laundry room
Leslie Williams Interior DesignLeslie Williams Interior Design
This busy family needed a functional yet beautiful laundry room since it is off the garage entrance as well as it's own entrance off the front of the house too!
Multi-Generational New Home
Multi-Generational New Home
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners

Traditional Utility Room with Blue Floors 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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