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Utility Room with Flat-panel Cabinets and Raised-panel Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Rochester Mudroom
Rochester Mudroom
Lindsey MarkelLindsey Markel
For this mudroom remodel the homeowners came in to Dillman & Upton frustrated with their current, small and very tight, laundry room. They were in need of more space and functional storage and asked if I could help them out. Once at the job site I found that adjacent to the the current laundry room was an inefficient walk in closet. After discussing their options we decided to remove the wall between the two rooms and create a full mudroom with ample storage and plenty of room to comfortably manage the laundry. Cabinets: Dura Supreme, Crestwood series, Highland door, Maple, Shell Gray stain Counter: Solid Surfaces Unlimited Arcadia Quartz Hardware: Top Knobs, M271, M530 Brushed Satin Nickel Flooring: Porcelain tile, Crossville, 6x36, Speakeasy Zoot Suit Backsplash: Olympia, Verona Blend, Herringbone, Marble Sink: Kohler, River falls, White Faucet: Kohler, Gooseneck, Brushed Stainless Steel Shoe Cubbies: White Melamine Washer/Dryer: Electrolux
Contemporary Home in Venice, FL
Contemporary Home in Venice, FL
Coastal Construction and RemodelingCoastal Construction and Remodeling
1194 Goldfinch
1194 Goldfinch
Meadow Ridge Homes Ltd.Meadow Ridge Homes Ltd.
Modern European Laundry Room
Modern European Laundry Room
K&N Appliance GalleryK&N Appliance Gallery
Adding a pop of color can help transform a space from small to warm and inviting. In this compact design, Bosch appliances fit perfectly.
Fulshear Traditional New Build
Fulshear Traditional New Build
Arrow Custom Homes, Inc.Arrow Custom Homes, Inc.
Connie Anderson Photography, Purser Architectural
South Kensington
South Kensington
Tessuto InteriorsTessuto Interiors
Jonathan Bond Photography
Laundry & Mudroom
Laundry & Mudroom
ROSEMARY MERRILL DESIGNROSEMARY MERRILL DESIGN
* Designed by Rosemary Merrill * Photography by Susan Gilmore
California Bungalow Rejuventation
California Bungalow Rejuventation
Detail 9 Architects Pty LtdDetail 9 Architects Pty Ltd
The laundry includes a tiled feature wall and custom built cabinetry providing plenty of storage and work space. Photography provided by Precon Living
Escondido House
Escondido House
Micah Dimitriadis PhotographyMicah Dimitriadis Photography
Photo by Micah Dimitriadis Photography. Design by Molly O'Neil Designs
Eagles Landing - Modern Walkout Rambler -Saint Augusta, Mn
Eagles Landing - Modern Walkout Rambler -Saint Augusta, Mn
Werschay HomesWerschay Homes
James Gray Photography Custom laundry room with side by side washer and dryer, tile flooring, dark wood cabinets, and granite countertops. Custom Built Modern Home in Eagles Landing Neighborhood of Saint Augusta, Mn - Build by Werschay Homes.
Laundry Room Storage and Organization
Laundry Room Storage and Organization
Abundance OrganizingAbundance Organizing
Laundry room cabinets store essentials for cleaning the home and doing laundry.
Deerfield Whole House Renovation
Deerfield Whole House Renovation
Lewis Floor & HomeLewis Floor & Home
Laundry Room with Coast Green Granite, Natif 12x24 porcelain tile floor (color Ambra), Tamarian Rug and Provenance Woven Wood Blinds by Hunter Douglas. Sales: Barb Ender Photo: Rolfe Hokanson
Turning a Beach Cottage Into a Coastal Gem
Turning a Beach Cottage Into a Coastal Gem
GDC ConstructionGDC Construction
GDC’s carpenters created custom mahogany doors and jams for the office and laundry space.
Organized Laundry Room
Organized Laundry Room
Tobi Brockway Interiors Inc.Tobi Brockway Interiors Inc.
Traditional Family-Focused Addition
Traditional Family-Focused Addition
Neal's Design RemodelNeal's Design Remodel
In the mudroom, a wall of cubbies, including show storage, welcomes the family from the side entrance. Neal's Design Remodel
Rosedale Custom Home
Rosedale Custom Home
Ringwald — Design. Build.Ringwald — Design. Build.
Laundry Centers
Laundry Centers
Broward Custom Kitchens, Inc.Broward Custom Kitchens, Inc.
Broward Custom Kitchens
Josh Wynne Construction
Josh Wynne Construction
Josh Wynne ConstructionJosh Wynne Construction
Butler's Pantry. Mud room. Dog room with concrete tops, galvanized doors. Cypress cabinets. Horse feeding trough for dog washing. Concrete floors. LEED Platinum home. Photos by Matt McCorteney.
The Ladbroke Kitchen
The Ladbroke Kitchen
Cue Group of CompaniesCue Group of Companies
CABINETRY: The Ladbroke kitchen, Cue & Co of London, painted in Cornforth White, Farrow & Ball SPLASHBACK: Polished plaster, Cue & Co of London WORK SURFACES: Polished concrete, Cue & Co of London FLOORING: Engineered oak, Cue & Co of London SINK: Stainless steel Claron 550 sink, Blanco TAP: Oberon mixer tap with a C-spout in pewter, Perrin & Rowe APPLIANCES: All Neff Cue & Co of London kitchens start from £35,000
1015 Tigertail
1015 Tigertail
Rubicon ConstructionRubicon Construction

Utility Room with Flat-panel Cabinets and Raised-panel Cabinets 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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