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Utility Room with Beige Cabinets and Grey Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Neutral Cottage
Neutral Cottage
Studio M Kitchen & BathStudio M Kitchen & Bath
Due to the cramped nature of the original space, the powder room and adjacent laundry room were relocated to the home’s new addition and the kitchen layout was reformatted to improve workflow.
Laundry Room detail of reclaimed wood accent wall.
Laundry Room detail of reclaimed wood accent wall.
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Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Fourty-One
Fourty-One
The Glade DesignThe Glade Design
S. Broadway Remodel + Addition
S. Broadway Remodel + Addition
LIBERTY DESIGN + BUILDLIBERTY DESIGN + BUILD
Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove
KitchenLab InteriorsKitchenLab Interiors
Coconut Grove is Southwest of Miami beach near coral gables and south of downtown. It’s a very lush and charming neighborhood. It’s one of the oldest neighborhoods and is protected historically. It hugs the shoreline of Biscayne Bay. The 10,000sft project was originally built 17 years ago and was purchased as a vacation home. Prior to the renovation the owners could not get past all the brown. He sails and they have a big extended family with 6 kids in between them. The clients wanted a comfortable and causal vibe where nothing is too precious. They wanted to be able to sit on anything in a bathing suit. KitchenLab interiors used lots of linen and indoor/outdoor fabrics to ensure durability. Much of the house is outside with a covered logia. The design doctor ordered the 1st prescription for the house- retooling but not gutting. The clients wanted to be living and functioning in the home by November 1st with permits the construction began in August. The KitchenLab Interiors (KLI) team began design in May so it was a tight timeline! KLI phased the project and did a partial renovation on all guest baths. They waited to do the master bath until May. The home includes 7 bathrooms + the master. All existing plumbing fixtures were Waterworks so KLI kept those along with some tile but brought in Tabarka tile. The designers wanted to bring in vintage hacienda Spanish with a small European influence- the opposite of Miami modern. One of the ways they were able to accomplish this was with terracotta flooring that has patina. KLI set out to create a boutique hotel where each bath is similar but different. Every detail was designed with the guest in mind- they even designed a place for suitcases.
Laundry Mudroom
Laundry Mudroom
Elkins InteriorsElkins Interiors
This small addition packs a punch with tons of storage and a functional laundry space. Shoe cubbies, fluted apron sink, and upholstered bench round out the stunning features that make laundry more enjoyable.
VIA LOS PADRES | Full Remodel
VIA LOS PADRES | Full Remodel
Designology Studio LLCDesignology Studio LLC
Modern French Maison
Modern French Maison
Jonathan Miller ArchitectsJonathan Miller Architects
Shady Side Kitchen Remodel with Laundry Room
Shady Side Kitchen Remodel with Laundry Room
Davis Kitchen & TileDavis Kitchen & Tile
Bow Kitchen
Bow Kitchen
Lisa Melvin DesignLisa Melvin Design
Laundry Sink - perfect for giving your baby a bath in too!
Laundry Sink - perfect for giving your baby a bath in too!
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This sink has so many uses. Giving the baby a bath - wonderful, and washing your delicates, perfect. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Stow Small two tone Kitchen
Stow Small two tone Kitchen
Spotlight Design CenterSpotlight Design Center
Alban Gega Photography
West Coast Wellness : Laundry Room Mud Room
West Coast Wellness : Laundry Room Mud Room
Sarah Barnard Design LLCSarah Barnard Design LLC
The laundry room is lined with terrazzo, with ample surface space for folding clothing. An overhead railing provides hanging space, while dual dryers speed up the laundry process for added efficiency. Yellow orchids, ranunculus, and ferns add natural beauty to the laundry space. Wool dryer balls offer a green, reusable alternative to dryer sheets and speed drying time. Artwork by Karen Sikie brings nature and wildlife into the space, providing a pleasant view while tending to laundry.
S. Broadway Remodel + Addition
S. Broadway Remodel + Addition
LIBERTY DESIGN + BUILDLIBERTY DESIGN + BUILD
VIA LOS PADRES | Full Remodel
VIA LOS PADRES | Full Remodel
Designology Studio LLCDesignology Studio LLC
Out with the Mold
Out with the Mold
Infinity Construction, llc.Infinity Construction, llc.
Sooooooo much better than the old
Design project
Design project
TVI Construction, CorpTVI Construction, Corp
Multi functional laundry room
Mar Vista, CA Kitchen and Laundry Room Remodel
Mar Vista, CA Kitchen and Laundry Room Remodel
Overland Remodeling & BuildersOverland Remodeling & Builders
A complete remodel of kitchen and laundry room with new custom made, shaker style cabinets, new quartz countertops, dark hand made like tile backsplash, new stainless steel appliances. Layout and design by Overland Remodeling and Builders
Fourty-One
Fourty-One
The Glade DesignThe Glade Design
Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ
Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ
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Laundry Room with reclaimed wood accent wall. Photo Credit: N. Leonard

Utility Room with Beige Cabinets and Grey Splashback 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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