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U-shaped Utility Room with Porcelain Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Modern Luxe Family Home, Markham ON
Modern Luxe Family Home, Markham ON
avenue design incavenue design inc
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Lauren Allyn InteriorsLauren Allyn Interiors
Osbourne Road
Osbourne Road
Provincial KitchensProvincial Kitchens
Studio City Kitchen remodeling project
Studio City Kitchen remodeling project
Eden BuildersEden Builders
This kitchen was a complete redo including some foundation and framing work to a space that was built before below code.
Ranch Renovation - Laundry Room
Ranch Renovation - Laundry Room
Paxton Place DesignPaxton Place Design
Laundry room's are one of the most utilized spaces in the home so it's paramount that the design is not only functional but characteristic of the client. To continue with the rustic farmhouse aesthetic, we wanted to give our client the ability to walk into their laundry room and be happy about being in it. Custom laminate cabinetry in a sage colored green pairs with the green and white landscape scene wallpaper on the ceiling. To add more texture, white square porcelain tiles are on the sink wall, while small bead board painted green to match the cabinetry is on the other walls. The large sink provides ample space to wash almost anything and the brick flooring is a perfect touch of utilitarian that the client desired.
New Traditional
New Traditional
LMOH HomeLMOH Home
The classics never go out of style, as is the case with this custom new build that was interior designed from the blueprint stages with enduring longevity in mind. An eye for scale is key with these expansive spaces calling for proper proportions, intentional details, liveable luxe materials and a melding of functional design with timeless aesthetics. The result is cozy, welcoming and balanced grandeur. | Photography Joshua Caldwell
Classico+Milano in Designer White & Chrysler, New Construction in Miramar Beach
Classico+Milano in Designer White & Chrysler, New Construction in Miramar Beach
Marquis Fine CabinetryMarquis Fine Cabinetry
Project Number: M1185 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Classico Finishes: Designer White Profile: Mission Features: Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard), Turkish Linen Lined Drawers Premium Options: Floating Shelves, Clothing Bar
Project Timber
Project Timber
Alair Homes Aurora NewmarketAlair Homes Aurora Newmarket
Laundry room, boot room, mudroom, desk
Alamo Whole House Remodel with Addition
Alamo Whole House Remodel with Addition
RemCon, Inc.RemCon, Inc.
Modern and gorgeous full house remodel. Cabinets by Diable Valley Cabinetry Tile and Countertops by Formation Stone Floors by Dickinson Hardware Flooring
Heritage Construction Bourque new construction
Heritage Construction Bourque new construction
Su Casa Cabinets INCSu Casa Cabinets INC
Fresh Hamptons Inspired
Fresh Hamptons Inspired
Wendy Glaister InteriorsWendy Glaister Interiors
This laundry/craft room is efficient beyond its space. Everything is in its place and no detail was overlooked to maximize the available room to meet many requirements. gift wrap, school books, laundry, and a home office are all contained in this singular space.
Banister Court Renovation
Banister Court Renovation
BGI DesignBGI Design
Stucco and Reclaimed Brick Modern French Country
Stucco and Reclaimed Brick Modern French Country
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Laundry Room with Floral Wallcovering
Laundry Room with Floral Wallcovering
Studio 76 Kitchens and BathsStudio 76 Kitchens and Baths
An existing laundry area and an existing office, which had become a “catch all” space, were combined with the goal of creating a beautiful, functional, larger mudroom / laundry room! Several concepts were considered, but this design best met the client’s needs. Finishes and textures complete the design providing the room with warmth and character. The dark grey adds contrast to the natural wood-tile plank floor and coordinate with the wood shelves and bench. A beautiful semi-flush decorative ceiling light fixture with a gold finish was added to coordinate with the cabinet hardware and faucet. A simple square undulated backsplash tile and white countertop lighten the space. All were brought together with a unifying wallcovering. The result is a bright, updated, beautiful and spacious room that is inviting and extremely functional.
The Sonoma
The Sonoma
Robbins ContractingRobbins Contracting
Beach Living On the River
Beach Living On the River
Waterview KitchensWaterview Kitchens
Stunning coastal kitchen. Fresh white cabinetry with a turquoise island featuring a table end for plenty of seating.
Royal Oaks Road
Royal Oaks Road
Sophea Interior DesignsSophea Interior Designs
Fresh Hamptons Inspired
Fresh Hamptons Inspired
Wendy Glaister InteriorsWendy Glaister Interiors
This laundry/craft room is efficient beyond its space. Everything is in its place and no detail was overlooked to maximize the available room to meet many requirements. gift wrap, school books, laundry, and a home office are all contained in this singular space.
Laundry Bathroom
Laundry Bathroom
Architect HewsonArchitect Hewson
Jack Lovel Photographer
Classico+Milano in Designer White & Chrysler, New Construction in Miramar Beach
Classico+Milano in Designer White & Chrysler, New Construction in Miramar Beach
Marquis Fine CabinetryMarquis Fine Cabinetry
Project Number: M1185 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Classico Finishes: Designer White Profile: Mission Features: Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard), Turkish Linen Lined Drawers Premium Options: Floating Shelves, Clothing Bar

U-shaped Utility Room with Porcelain Splashback 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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