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Samsung Appliances
Samsung Appliances
AJ MadisonAJ Madison
This simple laundry room is well lit and pleasantly sparse. Light grey cabinets offer plenty of space for this multi-use area.
South of Broad
South of Broad
Jill Frey Kitchen DesignJill Frey Kitchen Design
william quarles photographer
Crooked River Home
Crooked River Home
Villa DecorVilla Decor
Ashley Avila
Whole House Remodel and Kitchen Remodel – Los Altos CA
Whole House Remodel and Kitchen Remodel – Los Altos CA
May Construction, Inc.May Construction, Inc.
Budget analysis and project development by: May Construction, Inc.
Lake Michigan Elegance
Lake Michigan Elegance
B.C.D. InteriorsB.C.D. Interiors
Mike Gullon
Attadale
Attadale
Brian Burke HomesBrian Burke Homes
Shutter Works Photography
Dog Friendly Remodel
Dog Friendly Remodel
Four Brothers Design + BuildFour Brothers Design + Build
Atherton, CA Contemporary Elegance
Atherton, CA Contemporary Elegance
K.G.Bell ConstructionK.G.Bell Construction
No space for a full laundry room? No problem! Hidden by closet doors, this fully functional laundry area is sleek and modern.
Private Residence, Casper Loft
Private Residence, Casper Loft
HakwoodHakwood

Bannockburn Home
Bannockburn Home
Lenore Weiss Studios, LLCLenore Weiss Studios, LLC
Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan
Curbly Remodel, Brought to You By Aristokraft
Curbly Remodel, Brought to You By Aristokraft
MasterBrand CabinetsMasterBrand Cabinets
Aristokraft Winstead door style in white provides a refreshing welcome in this #mudroom.
Point West at Macatawa Park
Point West at Macatawa Park
Francesca Owings Interior DesignFrancesca Owings Interior Design
Point West at Macatawa Park J. Visser Design Insignia Homes
The Jewel Box (Back Bay Residence)
The Jewel Box (Back Bay Residence)
Adams + Beasley AssociatesAdams + Beasley Associates
Laundry Room : Adams + Beasley Associates, Custom Builders : Photo by Eric Roth : Interior Design by Lewis Interiors Everything you need for a laundry space is tucked into a small closet, with storage and drying space to spare.
Parisian Inspired Master Bathroom Design
Parisian Inspired Master Bathroom Design
Normandy RemodelingNormandy Remodeling
Adjacent to the bathroom is this laundry room, following the same theme of being light and airy. The laundry room has white cabinetry for storage needs.
Country Club of the South Renovation
Country Club of the South Renovation
Level Team ContractingLevel Team Contracting
photo: Marita Weil, designer: Michelle Mentzer, Cabinets: Platinum Kitchens
The Ultimate Laundry Room - Harrison, NY
The Ultimate Laundry Room - Harrison, NY
transFORM HometransFORM Home
transFORM’s custom-designed laundry room welcomes you in and invites you to stay a while. This unit was made from white melamine and complementing candlelight finishes. Shaker style doors were further enhanced with frosted glass inserts, which create and attractive space for a dreaded chore. Lift up cabinet doors provide full access to upper cabinets that are hard to reach. The sliding chrome baskets and matching hardware reflect the metallic look of the washer/dryer and tie the design together. Drying racks allow you to hang and drip-dry your clothes without causing a mess or taking up space. Tucked away in the drawer is transFORM’s built-in ironing board, which can be pulled out when needed and conveniently stowed away when not in use. With deep counter space and added features, your laundry room becomes a comfortable and calming place to do the household chores.
Modern Laundry
Modern Laundry
Angela Todd Studios | Portland, ORAngela Todd Studios | Portland, OR
Crisp and clean was the goal of this interior design, and the sleek flat cabinets and glossy accents create a modern feel. Ample storage and a clever pull-out ironing board ensure everything can stay organized and clean. For more about Angela Todd Studios, click here: https://www.angelatoddstudios.com/
The Ryburgh
The Ryburgh
Naked KitchensNaked Kitchens
A dream utility room, paired with a sophisticated bar area and all finished in our distinctive oak black core.
The Collingham Project
The Collingham Project
Making SpacesMaking Spaces
Timeless | Kitchen & Main Level Remodel
Timeless | Kitchen & Main Level Remodel
Che Bella Interiors Design + RemodelingChe Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling
This small garage entry functions as the mudroom as well as the laundry room. The space once featured the swing of the garage entry door, as well as the swing of the door that connects it to the foyer hall. We replaced the hallway entry door with a barn door, allowing us to have easier access to cabinets. We also incorporated a stackable washer & dryer to open up counter space and more cabinet storage. We created a mudroom on the opposite side of the laundry area with a small bench, coat hooks and a mix of adjustable shelving and closed storage. Photos by Spacecrafting Photography

Utility Room - Laundry Cupboard and 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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