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Utility Room with a Single-bowl Sink and Granite Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Arcadian Abode
Arcadian Abode
Tempus Design Studio Pty LtdTempus Design Studio Pty Ltd
Dog House
Dog House
La Costa Cabinets & DesignLa Costa Cabinets & Design
A pre-fab construction was turned into a dog kennel for grooming and boarding. Marble Tile floors with radiant heating, granite countertops with an elevated drop in tub for grooming, and a washer and dryer for cleaning bedding complete this ultimate dog kennel.
Washing Room
Washing Room
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Fox Bend
Fox Bend
Nikole Starr InteriorsNikole Starr Interiors
Modern European Custom Home
Modern European Custom Home
Authenticity, LLCAuthenticity, LLC
Alan Jackson - Jackson Studios
2017 Trails at Regal Park Spec Home
2017 Trails at Regal Park Spec Home
McGuire Builders, Inc.McGuire Builders, Inc.
Walter Galaviz, Photography. Radio Lab (Lubbock, Texas), Appliances. Leftwich - Chapmann, Flooring. Michael Germany, Tile Work. Granite, Ortega Kitchen & Bath.
Lake House Custom Home
Lake House Custom Home
Strom Construction IncStrom Construction Inc
Starmark Kitchen, Laundry & Baths in Cherry Bridgeport & Maple White
Starmark Kitchen, Laundry & Baths in Cherry Bridgeport & Maple White
Cabinetry by Better BiltCabinetry by Better Bilt
Cabinetry: Starmark Style: Bridgeport w/ Five Piece Drawer Fronts Finish: Cherry Natural/Maple White Countertop: (Contractor Provided) Sink: (Contractor Provided) Hardware: (Contractor Provided) Tile: (Contractor Provided) Designer: Andrea Yeip Builder/Contractor: Holsbeke Construction
Touchstone Kitchen & Laundry
Touchstone Kitchen & Laundry
Kitchens, Baths & BeyondKitchens, Baths & Beyond
William Quarles
4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bathroom, Two Story Home
4 Bedroom / 3.5 Bathroom, Two Story Home
BAM Builders & RemodelingBAM Builders & Remodeling
Westbourne Laundry
Westbourne Laundry
The Kingston Group - Remodeling SpecialistsThe Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists
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Country Classic Total Remodel
Country Classic Total Remodel
J. Vann, Residence DesignerJ. Vann, Residence Designer
An original downstairs study and bath were converted to a half bath off the foyer and access to the laundry room from the hall leading past the master bedroom. Access from both hall and m. bath lead through the laundry to the master closet which was the original study. R
Rustic Laundry Room
Rustic Laundry Room
Suncadia
Suncadia
Swiftwater Custom HomesSwiftwater Custom Homes
A Bespoke, Handmade Shaker Kitchen & Utility Room By Burlanes
A Bespoke, Handmade Shaker Kitchen & Utility Room By Burlanes
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
Our clients had been searching for their perfect kitchen for over a year. They had three abortive attempts to engage a kitchen supplier and had become disillusioned by vendors who wanted to mould their needs to fit with their product. "It was a massive relief when we finally found Burlanes. From the moment we started to discuss our requirements with Lindsey we could tell that she completely understood both our needs and how Burlanes could meet them." We needed to ensure that all the clients' specifications were met and worked together with them to achieve their dream, bespoke kitchen.
E Builders - 2015 Salt Lake Parade of Homes - River Park Farmhouse
E Builders - 2015 Salt Lake Parade of Homes - River Park Farmhouse
E Builders HomesE Builders Homes
Zachary Molino
Waterside - Lakefront Farmhouse
Waterside - Lakefront Farmhouse
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Builder: Pete's Construction, Inc. Photographer: Jeff Garland Why choose when you don't have to? Today's top architectural styles are reflected in this impressive yet inviting design, which features the best of cottage, Tudor and farmhouse styles. The exterior includes board and batten siding, stone accents and distinctive windows. Indoor/outdoor spaces include a three-season porch with a fireplace and a covered patio perfect for entertaining. Inside, highlights include a roomy first floor, with 1,800 square feet of living space, including a mudroom and laundry, a study and an open plan living, dining and kitchen area. Upstairs, 1400 square feet includes a large master bath and bedroom (with 10-foot ceiling), two other bedrooms and a bunkroom. Downstairs, another 1,300 square feet await, where a walk-out family room connects the interior and exterior and another bedroom welcomes guests.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Hill Condos
Hill Condos
Neos ArchitectsNeos Architects
Laundry area
Laundry/ Fireplace/ Bar
Laundry/ Fireplace/ Bar
Merlino Marble and GraniteMerlino Marble and Granite

Utility Room with a Single-bowl Sink and Granite Worktops 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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