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Project Sunnyside Farms
Project Sunnyside Farms
Chelsea Design CompanyChelsea Design Company
Willow Wind Custom Family Home
Willow Wind Custom Family Home
Kustom Home DesignKustom Home Design
This custom home designed by Kimberly Kerl of Kustom Home Design beautifully reflects the unique personality and taste of the homeowners in a creative and dramatic fashion. The three-story home combines an eclectic blend of brick, stone, timber, lap and shingle siding. Rich textural materials such as stone and timber are incorporated into the interior design adding unexpected details and charming character to a new build. The two-story foyer with open stair and balcony allows a dramatic welcome and easy access to the upper and lower levels of the home. The Upper level contains 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, including a Jack-n-Jill style 4 piece bathroom design with private vanities and shared shower and toilet. Ample storage space is provided in the walk-in attic and large closets. Partially sloped ceilings, cozy dormers, barn doors and lighted niches give each of the bedrooms their own personality. The main level provides access to everything the homeowners need for independent living. A formal dining space for large family gatherings is connected to the open concept kitchen by a Butler's pantry and mudroom that also leads to the 3-car garage. An oversized walk-in pantry provide storage and an auxiliary prep space often referred to as a "dirty kitchen". Dirty kitchens allow homeowners to have behind the scenes spaces for clean up and prep so that the main kitchen remains clean and uncluttered. The kitchen has a large island with seating, Thermador appliances including the chef inspired 48" gas range with double ovens, 30" refrigerator column, 30" freezer columns, stainless steel double compartment sink and quiet stainless steel dishwasher. The kitchen is open to the casual dining area with large views of the backyard and connection to the two-story living room. The vaulted kitchen ceiling has timber truss accents centered on the full height stone fireplace of the living room. Timber and stone beams, columns and walls adorn this combination of living and dining spaces. The master suite is on the main level with a raised ceiling, oversized walk-in closet, master bathroom with soaking tub, two-person luxury shower, water closet and double vanity. The laundry room is convenient to the master, garage and kitchen. An executive level office is also located on the main level with clerestory dormer windows, vaulted ceiling, full height fireplace and grand views. All main living spaces have access to the large veranda and expertly crafted deck. The lower level houses the future recreation space and media room along with surplus storage space and utility areas. Kimberly Kerl, KH Design
Main Level Laundry Room
Main Level Laundry Room
Cedars Woodworking & RenovationsCedars Woodworking & Renovations
As part of the kitchen remodel, we were able to relocate the washer and dryer into a more convenient location on the main living level. Custom cabinetry was built to match the rest of the kitchen remodel, and were designed to easily fit these appliances. When not in use, they hide away behind the cabinet doors, keeping a clean, uncluttered appearance throughout the kitchen. Photo via Mike VerVelde
Washing Room
Washing Room
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
Open for Entertaining
Open for Entertaining
AMEK Custom BuildersAMEK Custom Builders
Moving the laundry room from the unfinished basement to the main level has been one of the highlights of this main level remodeling project. With two bedrooms on the main level and one upstairs, this is an ideal location to meet the demands of daily living.
West Des Moines, IA - Addition | Laundry Room | Eclectic Style
West Des Moines, IA - Addition | Laundry Room | Eclectic Style
Catherine Renae Thomas Design Co.Catherine Renae Thomas Design Co.
Photography: Paul Gates
Fort Collins historic ranch addition and basement remodel
Fort Collins historic ranch addition and basement remodel
Associates in Building and Design, LtdAssociates in Building and Design, Ltd
Jane Spencer
Riverside, St. Albert Showhome
Riverside, St. Albert Showhome
Coventry Homes IncCoventry Homes Inc
Laundry room has convenient dual-access through the master bedroom closet, or from the 2nd floor hallway.
Ada Modern Classic
Ada Modern Classic
42 North - Architecture + Design42 North - Architecture + Design
Emrik III Story & 1/2 Plan
Emrik III Story & 1/2 Plan
Rob Washam Construction, Inc.Rob Washam Construction, Inc.
Star Ridge Project
Star Ridge Project
Earth Elements Design CenterEarth Elements Design Center
Built in storage cabinets Photo by: Grundhoefer Photography
San Juan
San Juan
Cleve Adamson Custom HomesCleve Adamson Custom Homes
MLA photography - Erin Matlock
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Catherine Nguyen PhotographyCatherine Nguyen Photography
Catherine Nguyen Photography
Rossell Street Townhouses
Rossell Street Townhouses
Hunter Anderson ArchitectureHunter Anderson Architecture
Separate Inbuilt Laundry with Granite Bench Top & Cabinetry Matching the Kitchen. Under Stair Storage & External Access
Ashley Project
Ashley Project
Rickey Wright Home DesignRickey Wright Home Design
Completed Laundry. Photo Chris Ashley
West Des Moines, IA - Addition | Laundry Room | Eclectic Style
West Des Moines, IA - Addition | Laundry Room | Eclectic Style
Catherine Renae Thomas Design Co.Catherine Renae Thomas Design Co.
Photography: Paul Gates
Sasha - Custom Design Located In Naples, FL
Sasha - Custom Design Located In Naples, FL
South Florida ArchitectureSouth Florida Architecture
Photography by Context Media/Naples, FL
Powder Room
Powder Room
Stanton HomesStanton Homes
Get a glimpse at the laundry room cabinets, counter, and sink from the foyer hallway.
Whole House Renovation: Laundry Room
Whole House Renovation: Laundry Room
Marc Ekhause Home Builder and Custom RenovationsMarc Ekhause Home Builder and Custom Renovations
Whole House Renovation: Laundry Room 'After' Photo: Chris Bown

Utility Room with Granite Worktops and Light Hardwood Flooring 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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