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Tiny house in Portland
Tiny house in Portland
Innovative Modern DesignInnovative Modern Design
Contemporary eternAL series in white and dark grey with silver accents. This tiny house was built for a special client with chemical sensitivities so all the details needed to be carefully considered including the kitchen and bath cabinets. Being a tiny house, the design and lay out had to to be well-planned and practical as well as stylish and beautiful. The colour choice for both the kitchen is a combination of white upper cabinets and dark grey and silver lowers. It's a perfect match for the amazing spiral staircase. The bathroom vanity and medicine cabinet are a soft green which combines perfectly with the wood making the small space warm and inviting.
Laundry Envy
Laundry Envy
Makings of Fine Kitchens & BathroomsMakings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms
This gorgeous Hamptons inspired laundry has been transformed into a well designed functional room. Complete with 2pac shaker cabinetry, Casesarstone benchtop, floor to wall linen cabinetry and storage, folding ironing board concealed in a pull out drawer, butler's sink and traditional tap, timber floating shelving with striking black and white encaustic floor tiles.
Artistic Retreat - Laundry room
Artistic Retreat - Laundry room
Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath DesignerTerri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer
Beachside Bokarina Beauty
Beachside Bokarina Beauty
G&M Craftsman CabinetsG&M Craftsman Cabinets
What a beautiful job this ones was to work on. The clients were very specific on what they wanted to achieve in there project as this is where they will stay for a long time. Every stone colour, design feature, handles, appliances and even where the dog will be bathed. Through planning and preparation the end result was to achieve the level of design and finishes that the client, builder and cabinet maker expect. Featured blue island bench, black ensuite cabinet, LED lighting, stone, brushed nickle, feature bathroom fixtures all come together to create a warm, homely, beach living style finishes. When the collaboration between client, builder and cabinet maker comes together perfectly the end result is one we are all very proud of!
Laundry Styling
Laundry Styling
De Vere Design Co.De Vere Design Co.
Soft Contemporary Kitchen
Soft Contemporary Kitchen
LM.DESIGNSLM.DESIGNS
Wall and base cabinets for storage and a sink are useful additions to the laundry room.
GRANVILLE AVE - RICHMOND
GRANVILLE AVE - RICHMOND
Designs by KSDesigns by KS
Luxury Lake Living
Luxury Lake Living
Lowell Custom HomesLowell Custom Homes
Perky and bright laundry room with blue and white wallpaper and plenty of storage cabinetry
Southern Hills Residence
Southern Hills Residence
Crose & Lemke ConstructionCrose & Lemke Construction
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IMG_8613.JPG
UserUser
Shaker cabinets painted a soft gray, quartz countertops, and a subway tile backsplash. Patterned tile completes the look.
East Hampton blanc et noir
East Hampton blanc et noir
Consumers Kitchens & BathsConsumers Kitchens & Baths
This East Hampton, Long Island Laundry Room is made up of Dewitt Starmark Cabinets finished in White. The countertop is Quartz Caesarstone and the floating shelves are Natural Quartersawn Red Oak.
PROJECT 56
PROJECT 56
Allchin BuildersAllchin Builders
Simplicity on the Water
Simplicity on the Water
Interior Changes home design & consultingInterior Changes home design & consulting
Nothing like a blue and white laundry room to take the work out of a no fun task! With the full wall of storage across from the washer and dryer, everything can be stored away to keep the space tidy at all times.
Harmony Home - Broadview Homes
Harmony Home - Broadview Homes
Rochelle Cote Interior DesignRochelle Cote Interior Design
We are extremely proud of this client home as it was done during the 1st shutdown in 2020 while working remotely! Working with our client closely, we completed all of their selections on time for their builder, Broadview Homes. Combining contemporary finishes with warm greys and light woods make this home a blend of comfort and style. The white clean lined hoodfan by Hammersmith, and the floating maple open shelves by Woodcraft Kitchens create a natural elegance. The black accents and contemporary lighting by Cartwright Lighting make a statement throughout the house. We love the central staircase, the grey grounding cabinetry, and the brightness throughout the home. This home is a showstopper, and we are so happy to be a part of the amazing team!
BEACH RESIDENCE
BEACH RESIDENCE
Kitchens by EmanuelKitchens by Emanuel
MODERN COASTAL - Custom shaker 'pale green' cabinetry in a 'satin' finish - Feature vertical 'saw cut' panelling - Black olive knobs - White 'subway' tiled splashback - Caesarstone 'Organic White' benchtop - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, kitchens by Emanuel
Alamo Kitchen & Bath Renovation - StarMark Cabinetry
Alamo Kitchen & Bath Renovation - StarMark Cabinetry
Distinctive CabinetryDistinctive Cabinetry
This transitional laundry room design features white cabinets by Starmark Cabinetry, subway tile and wood floors.
Motueka Quay
Motueka Quay
S C DesignS C Design
Laundry room with excellent storage and doubles as a boot room.
Lake Home Renovation | Oconomowoc
Lake Home Renovation | Oconomowoc
Rigsby Group, Inc.Rigsby Group, Inc.
Full Lake Home Renovation
Laundry Styling
Laundry Styling
De Vere Design Co.De Vere Design Co.
Sleek and Timeless Laundry and Bathroom Cabinetry
Sleek and Timeless Laundry and Bathroom Cabinetry
Transform-A-SpaceTransform-A-Space

Utility Room with Engineered Stone Countertops and Metro Tiled 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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