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

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Parade of Homes 2016 522 N Stratford Road
Parade of Homes 2016 522 N Stratford Road
Emerald Pearl Kitchen & Bath INC.Emerald Pearl Kitchen & Bath INC.
Granite Luna Pearl
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.
Laundry Room - Fords Road Custom Home by Winans Homes
Laundry Room - Fords Road Custom Home by Winans Homes
Winans HomesWinans Homes
Honolulu Asian inspired home
Honolulu Asian inspired home
Howard Interior DesignHoward Interior Design
Kurt Stevens
Light and Bright- New Kitchen and Laundry
Light and Bright- New Kitchen and Laundry
Designer's Edge Kitchen & BathDesigner's Edge Kitchen & Bath
This active family purchased their home and began remodeling before moving in. The out-dated kitchen had oak cabinets and 4" orange tile on the countertops that had to go! (see before photos) It was replaced with a light and bright eat in kitchen. The expansive island provides ample counter space not only for baking and eating, but homework and crafts. Cabinetry with convenient access to blind corners, thoughtful layout for function and storage created a kitchen that is truly the heart of their home. The laundry room is clean and fresh with larger cabinets and a relocated laundry sink under the window. The family room fireplace was also updated with new surround and custom bookcases. PHOTOS: Designer's Edge
Edna Valley Home
Edna Valley Home
Isaman design, Inc.Isaman design, Inc.
Perched in the foothills of Edna Valley, this single family residence was designed to fulfill the clients’ desire for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Much of the program and architectural forms were driven by the picturesque views of Edna Valley vineyards, visible from every room in the house. Ample amounts of glazing brighten the interior of the home, while framing the classic Central California landscape. Large pocketing sliding doors disappear when open, to effortlessly blend the main interior living spaces with the outdoor patios. The stone spine wall runs from the exterior through the home, housing two different fireplaces that can be enjoyed indoors and out. Because the clients work from home, the plan was outfitted with two offices that provide bright and calm work spaces separate from the main living area. The interior of the home features a floating glass stair, a glass entry tower and two master decks outfitted with a hot tub and outdoor shower. Through working closely with the landscape architect, this rather contemporary home blends into the site to maximize the beauty of the surrounding rural area.
Kitchen Modernization Overhaul
Kitchen Modernization Overhaul
Lecoq Construction and DesignLecoq Construction and Design
Pascal Lecoq
Venoso - Kitchen + Laundry Room Remodel
Venoso - Kitchen + Laundry Room Remodel
CK Hoffman DesignCK Hoffman Design
Zapata Design LLC
Powder Room
Powder Room
Stanton HomesStanton Homes
Get a glimpse at the laundry room cabinets, counter, and sink from the foyer hallway.
Cambridge Court
Cambridge Court
Tytan ConstructionTytan Construction
Fairway Addition
Fairway Addition
Kara Kersten DesignKara Kersten Design
Cucina Modern
Cucina Modern
Carol Kurth Architecture + InteriorsCarol Kurth Architecture + Interiors
©2015 Carol Kurth Architecture, PC / Peter Krupenye
Laundry Room/Gift Wrap Station
Laundry Room/Gift Wrap Station
Küster DesignKüster Design
Part of the Laundry room for the 2015 St Margaret's Guild Decorator Show House showing the Gift Wrap Station. New Construction project - Colonial Revival. Cabinets by Cabinetry Ideas. Flooring by Daltile. Cabinet hardware by Richelieu. Gift Wrap station by Elfa via The Container Store.
St. Albans
St. Albans
Architecture Plus IncArchitecture Plus Inc
Leslie Rodriguez Photography
Pointed Pines Lodge
Pointed Pines Lodge
Roughing It In StyleRoughing It In Style
Natalie Jonas
Aurora Kitchen Remodel
Aurora Kitchen Remodel
Otero Signature HomesOtero Signature Homes
Photos by Gwendolyn Lanstrum
Severna Park, MD Laundry Remodel
Severna Park, MD Laundry Remodel
Cabinet Discounters, Inc.Cabinet Discounters, Inc.
Cabinets are maple from Brighton Cabinetry with a Maple Spalding finish and Verona full-overlay door style. The countertops in this space are Brown Fantasy granite. Dan Krotz, Cabinet Discounters, Inc.
The Silver Leaf
The Silver Leaf
Kessler Construction LLCKessler Construction LLC
Custom laundry room with granite countertops and luxury vinyl flooring.
Westbourne Laundry
Westbourne Laundry
The Kingston Group - Remodeling SpecialistsThe Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists
Showcase by Agent
Cherry Kitchen with Pop of Blue
Cherry Kitchen with Pop of Blue
Castleman Carpentry, LLCCastleman Carpentry, LLC
The custom cherry cabinetry is carried over into the laundry room.

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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