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Transitional/Modern Home
Kon-strux DevelopmentsKon-strux Developments
A warm colour palette in a transtional/modern space, perfect for any family. Floor to ceiling custom cabinetry provides an abundance of storage, adding functionality to the mudroom and close access to the laundry area. Danene Lenstra - photography
Antique Biblical Flooring
Antique Biblical Flooring
Neolithic Design Stone and TileNeolithic Design Stone and Tile
Our Reclaimed Biblical Limestone, which have been hand salvaged from ancient cities across the Mediterranean Sea, are antique limestone pavers. In its original form, they are up to 8" thick, random in width and length. We then gauge them to 5/8" thickness to ease installation for your home. Call (949) 241-5458 for more information or visit our website at neolithicdesign.com
Penny Shade Valance
Penny Shade Valance
Consolidated Purchasing, Inc.Consolidated Purchasing, Inc.
Laundry Space NJ
Laundry Space NJ
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Country Tradition in Hampshire
Country Tradition in Hampshire
Advance Design Studio, Ltd.Advance Design Studio, Ltd.
Mike and Stacy moved to the country to be around the rolling landscape and feed the birds outside their Hampshire country home. After living in the home for over ten years, they knew exactly what they wanted to renovate their 1980’s two story once their children moved out. It all started with the desire to open up the floor plan, eliminating constricting walls around the dining room and the eating area that they didn’t plan to use once they had access to what used to be a formal dining room. They wanted to enhance the already warm country feel their home already had, with some warm hickory cabinets and casual granite counter tops. When removing the pantry and closet between the kitchen and the laundry room, the new design now just flows from the kitchen directly into the smartly appointed laundry area and adjacent powder room. The new eat in kitchen bar is frequented by guests and grand-children, and the original dining table area can be accessed on a daily basis in the new open space. One instant sensation experienced by anyone entering the front door is the bright light that now transpires from the front of the house clear through the back; making the entire first floor feel free flowing and inviting. Photo Credits- Joe Nowak
Tampa
Tampa
Busby CabinetsBusby Cabinets
29 Amber Ridge Court, Berry Mills, NB
29 Amber Ridge Court, Berry Mills, NB
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Dream House in Dakota Dunes
Dream House in Dakota Dunes
1J Homes1J Homes
Staging
Staging
Cohlmia InteriorsCohlmia Interiors
A playful and fun use of accents in a typically not-so-fun laundry room.
The Woodshop of Avon
The Woodshop of Avon
The Woodshop of AvonThe Woodshop of Avon
2010 NKBA MN | 1st Place Utilization of Cabinetry Carol Sadowksy, CKD Bruce Kading Interior Design Bruce Kading, ASID Matt Schmitt Photography
Mud Room / Laundry Room
Mud Room / Laundry Room
Deffenbaugh HomesDeffenbaugh Homes
Laundry and Craft Rooms
Laundry and Craft Rooms
The Decorating CenterThe Decorating Center
Available at The Decorating Center - Fine Waypoint Laundry and Craft Room Cabinetry - Maple - Auburn Glaze
Victoria BC Residence
Victoria BC Residence
Elements Interior Design StudioElements Interior Design Studio
Arts and Crafts, Cordillera Ranch
Arts and Crafts, Cordillera Ranch
NR InteriorsNR Interiors
1024 Northshore Road
1024 Northshore Road
Stoneridge Custom DevelopmentStoneridge Custom Development
Arts & Crafts Revival
Arts & Crafts Revival
Mosby Building ArtsMosby Building Arts
A 1929 home gets a room addition and a reconfigured first-floor plan to include a larger kitchen, breakfast room, home office, laundry and a master bathroom. The Arts & Crafts details in the rest of the home are faithfully recreated for the remodeled parts. Photo by Mosby Building Arts.
Country Living
Country Living
Black Rock Construction Inc.Black Rock Construction Inc.
New Tiny House Nation - Airing April 20th
New Tiny House Nation - Airing April 20th
West Ninth VintageWest Ninth Vintage
West Ninth Vintage featured for the 2nd time on Tiny House Nation - airing April 20th -
Mudrooms / Laundry
Mudrooms / Laundry
Penny Lane Home Builders, LLCPenny Lane Home Builders, LLC
French Country Remodel - Whiteland
French Country Remodel - Whiteland
Rick Campbell BuilderRick Campbell Builder

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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