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Utility Room with Laminate Countertops and Grey Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry
Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry
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Contemporary Laundry Room
Contemporary Laundry Room
ImprovaImprova
Casa F+M
Casa F+M
manuarino architettura design comunicazione.manuarino architettura design comunicazione.
Lavanderia a scomparsa
Our Sanctuary
Our Sanctuary
G&M Craftsman CabinetsG&M Craftsman Cabinets
When the collaboration between client, builder and cabinet maker comes together perfectly the end result is one we are all very proud of. The clients had many ideas which evolved as the project was taking shape and as the budget changed. Through hours of planning and preparation the end result was to achieve the level of design and finishes that the client, builder and cabinet expect without making sacrifices or going over budget. Soft Matt finishes, solid timber, stone, brass tones, porcelain, feature bathroom fixtures and high end appliances all come together to create a warm, homely and sophisticated finish. The idea was to create spaces that you can relax in, work from, entertain in and most importantly raise your young family in. This project was fantastic to work on and the result shows that why would you ever want to leave home?
Brunswick Parlour
Brunswick Parlour
Mihaly SlocombeMihaly Slocombe
Brunswick Parlour transforms a Victorian cottage into a hard-working, personalised home for a family of four. Our clients loved the character of their Brunswick terrace home, but not its inefficient floor plan and poor year-round thermal control. They didn't need more space, they just needed their space to work harder. The front bedrooms remain largely untouched, retaining their Victorian features and only introducing new cabinetry. Meanwhile, the main bedroom’s previously pokey en suite and wardrobe have been expanded, adorned with custom cabinetry and illuminated via a generous skylight. At the rear of the house, we reimagined the floor plan to establish shared spaces suited to the family’s lifestyle. Flanked by the dining and living rooms, the kitchen has been reoriented into a more efficient layout and features custom cabinetry that uses every available inch. In the dining room, the Swiss Army Knife of utility cabinets unfolds to reveal a laundry, more custom cabinetry, and a craft station with a retractable desk. Beautiful materiality throughout infuses the home with warmth and personality, featuring Blackbutt timber flooring and cabinetry, and selective pops of green and pink tones. The house now works hard in a thermal sense too. Insulation and glazing were updated to best practice standard, and we’ve introduced several temperature control tools. Hydronic heating installed throughout the house is complemented by an evaporative cooling system and operable skylight. The result is a lush, tactile home that increases the effectiveness of every existing inch to enhance daily life for our clients, proving that good design doesn’t need to add space to add value.
Utility - Small Round Sink Unit
Utility - Small Round Sink Unit
My Claybrick HomeMy Claybrick Home
Americana Farmhouse | Hillsboro Whole House Remodel
Americana Farmhouse | Hillsboro Whole House Remodel
Mountainwood HomesMountainwood Homes
White shaker cabinets with gray countertops in the laundry room.
Fluted Walnut Kitchen
Fluted Walnut Kitchen
Old Castle DesignOld Castle Design
Contemporary Laundry Room, Creme White Laminate
Yarra Ranges
Yarra Ranges
Katana BuildersKatana Builders
Delta 299, Riverside Estate, Killara
Delta 299, Riverside Estate, Killara
UserUser
Laundry Room in the Delta 299 at Riverside Estate, Killara from the Alpha Collection by JG King Homes
Peach Renovation
Peach Renovation
JM HomesJM Homes
Laundry
Lockwoods Residence
Lockwoods Residence
Atmosphere DesignsAtmosphere Designs
A contemporary renovation to suite a growing family. Our clients brief was modern, sleek and functional. With a colour palette of soft greys, whites and warm timber tones this family home is both inviting as well as being low maintenance. The enourmouse Laundry in this home has ample storage, functional bench space and a designated area for clothes hangers. Keeping the rest of the house free from the laundry clutter.
Portland Area Basement Build-out
Portland Area Basement Build-out
R Squared Architecture + PlanningR Squared Architecture + Planning
During the construction of the basement, the client requested a full size laundry room and taking over a small portion of the storage area achieved the result. This area includes a sink, closet, plenty of hanging space and room for side-by-side full size washer and dryer.
Utility - Exterior
Utility - Exterior
My Claybrick HomeMy Claybrick Home
Crosslake Modern Renovation
Crosslake Modern Renovation
Bercher Design & ConstructionBercher Design & Construction
Rénovation PEL Cuisine, Salle de Bain, Toilette
Rénovation PEL Cuisine, Salle de Bain, Toilette
Les bains et les Cuisines d'AlexandreLes bains et les Cuisines d'Alexandre
L’objectif de la réalisation était de proposer la rénovation de la cuisine ouverte en style Américain ainsi que le choix et la pose des équipements de cuisine. Pour ça nous avons casser une cloison afin de permettre l'ouverture totale sur le séjour, un plan bar également contenant en dessous des meubles de rangements ainsi qu'un lave linge et un sèche linge. Plan de travail en stratifié,des couleurs chaudes selon le choix du client.
Elegant and Bright
Elegant and Bright
TroicoTroico
Ettamogah Rise Strand Residence
Ettamogah Rise Strand Residence
Alatalo BrosAlatalo Bros
Rammed earth custom home
Rammed earth custom home
Genyou BuildersGenyou Builders
Laundry Renovation Perth Bright White Modern Design
Laundry Renovation Perth Bright White Modern Design
HomeLux RenovationsHomeLux Renovations

Utility Room with Laminate Countertops 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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