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Stylish Transitional Home in LA, CA.
Stylish Transitional Home in LA, CA.
Custom Design & ConstructionCustom Design & Construction
Our homeowner approached us first in order to remodel her master suite. Her shower was leaking and she wanted to turn 2 separate closets into one enviable walk in closet. This homeowners projects have been completed in multiple phases. The second phase was focused on the kitchen, laundry room and converting the dining room to an office. View before and after images of the project here: http://www.houzz.com/discussions/4412085/m=23/dining-room-turned-office-in-los-angeles-ca https://www.houzz.com/discussions/4425079/m=23/laundry-room-refresh-in-la https://www.houzz.com/discussions/4440223/m=23/banquette-driven-kitchen-remodel-in-la We feel fortunate that she has such great taste and furnished her home so well! Laundry Room: The laundry room features a Utility Sink, built-in linen cabinet, and a pull down hanging rod. Laundry Room: The laundry room features a Utility Sink, built-in linen cabinet, and a pull down hanging rod
Lindenfield Lane - Laundry Room After
Lindenfield Lane - Laundry Room After
Applico- An Appliance & Lighting CompanyApplico- An Appliance & Lighting Company
Organization was important to the homeowner and she chose to utilize clear canisters and open functional baskets to be able to view items easily and know when things needed to be replenished. Stacey Didyoung, Applico - An Appliance and Lighting Co.
Luxury Vinyl Tile
Luxury Vinyl Tile
Floor Decorators Carpet OneFloor Decorators Carpet One
Crystal Tree Dr. - Renovation
Crystal Tree Dr. - Renovation
Peak Construction & Development, LLCPeak Construction & Development, LLC
Peak Construction & Remodeling, Inc. Orland Park, IL (708) 516-9816
Leederville
Leederville
Seamus Ryan ArchitectsSeamus Ryan Architects
Bathroom and Laundry Room Remodel
Bathroom and Laundry Room Remodel
CK Independent Living BuildersCK Independent Living Builders
Chrome Pull-Out Faucet
Chrome Pull-Out Faucet
CashelCashel
This is an up-close look at our chrome pull-out faucet that comes in The Fitz Fully Loaded Sink Kit!
Traditional Laundry Room
Traditional Laundry Room
Carpet One Flooring Gallery
Carpet One Flooring Gallery
Cloud Carpet One Floor & HomeCloud Carpet One Floor & Home
Treehouse in SLC, UT
Treehouse in SLC, UT
Fine Custom ConstructionFine Custom Construction
Complete transformation of kitchen, Living room, Master Suite (Bathroom, Walk in closet & bedroom with walk out) Laundry nook, and 2 cozy rooms! With a collaborative approach we were able to remove the main bearing wall separating the kitchen from the magnificent views afforded by the main living space. Using extremely heavy steel beams we kept the ceiling height at full capacity and without the need for unsightly drops in the smooth ceiling. This modern kitchen is both functional and serves as sculpture in a house filled with fine art. Such an amazing home!
Maida Vale Family Home Renovation
Maida Vale Family Home Renovation
Catherine Wilman InteriorsCatherine Wilman Interiors
Front entrance and utility room for the family home we renovated in Maida Vale, London. Photography: Alexander James
Laundry Room with Custom Slide-out Drying Racks
Laundry Room with Custom Slide-out Drying Racks
Peggy Woodall - Closet Factory Senior DesignerPeggy Woodall - Closet Factory Senior Designer
Custom slide-out drying racks for sweaters and delicates, slide out of the way but allow for air circulation for drying. Peggy Woodall - designer
A Blank Pallet for an Eclectic Taste
A Blank Pallet for an Eclectic Taste
Kitchens by Meyer, Inc.Kitchens by Meyer, Inc.
Custom Clyde Hill Home
Custom Clyde Hill Home
Nip Tuck RemodelingNip Tuck Remodeling
A multi-purpose room including stacked washer/dryer, deep utility sink, quartz counters, dog shower, and dog bed.
Basement Laundry Room
Basement Laundry Room
Drafting Your DesignDrafting Your Design
H様邸
H様邸
TBJインテリアデザイン建築事務所TBJインテリアデザイン建築事務所
Cameron Park Historic Renovation
Cameron Park Historic Renovation
WilkinsonWilkinson
Oversized laundry washbasin with telephone handle handshower | Photo by Tad Davis Photography *Homeowner sourced the galvanized sink
Full Home Remodel
Full Home Remodel
Duke Homes, Inc.Duke Homes, Inc.
Custom storage in both the island and storage lockers makes organization a snap!
Tuscan Grace
Tuscan Grace
Morningside Architects LLPMorningside Architects LLP
Morningside Architects, LLP Structural Engineers: Structural Consulting Co., Inc. Interior Designer: Lisa McCollam Designs LLC. Contractor: Gilbert Godbold Photo: HAR
Laundry After
Laundry After
Twelve Stones Designs, LLCTwelve Stones Designs, LLC
Christopher Davison, AIA

Utility Room with an Utility Sink 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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