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Utility Room with Raised-panel Cabinets and Quartz Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Myers Park Residence
Myers Park Residence
Guthmann ConstructionGuthmann Construction
The built-ins hide the washer and dryer below and laundry supplies and hanging bar above. The upper cabinets have glass doors to showcase the owners’ blue and white pieces. A new pocket door separates the Laundry Room from the smaller, lower level bathroom. The opposite wall also has matching cabinets and marble top for additional storage and work space. Jon Courville Photography
Old Campbell Lake House
Old Campbell Lake House
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
River Hills Fort Worth, TX
River Hills Fort Worth, TX
The ARTEC Group, Inc.The ARTEC Group, Inc.
The ARTEC Group, Inc - Herringbone tile floor. Laundry Room. TV Monitor mounted on wall. Book shelves. Functional and Fun!
Poulson Residence
Poulson Residence
B&B BuildersB&B Builders
Mud Room
Donegal Transitional Update
Donegal Transitional Update
Alair Homes PlanoAlair Homes Plano
This home built in 2000 was dark and the kitchen was partially closed off. They wanted to open it up to the outside and update the kitchen and entertaining spaces. We removed a wall between the living room and kitchen and added sliders to the backyard. The beautiful Openseas painted cabinets definitely add a stylish element to this previously dark brown kitchen. Removing the big, bulky, dark built-ins in the living room also brightens up the overall space.
Laundry Rooms
Laundry Rooms
MK Remodeling & DesignMK Remodeling & Design
Shane Baker Studios SOLLiD Value Series - Cambria Linen Cabinets Jeffrey Alexander by Hardware Resources - Bremen 1 Hardware
Cream Kitchen, Bathroom, and Laundry Room - Cambridge
Cream Kitchen, Bathroom, and Laundry Room - Cambridge
SOLLiD CabinetrySOLLiD Cabinetry
Lovely Laundry Room attached to Mudroom
Lovely Laundry Room attached to Mudroom
Tiffany Brooks, HGTV Host & Interior DesignerTiffany Brooks, HGTV Host & Interior Designer
Hooks on the wall offer easy hanging storage for coats and handbags in this simple but well-outfitted mudroom that acts as a portal between the inside of the home and a side entry that leads to the garage.
Laundry Room and Garage Addition
Laundry Room and Garage Addition
Down Home RenovationsDown Home Renovations
Master Suite and Study
Master Suite and Study
Copper Leaf Interior Design StudioCopper Leaf Interior Design Studio
Rick Lee Photography
Howell Residence
Howell Residence
Design Actually, LLCDesign Actually, LLC
Ample storage and function were an important feature for the homeowner. Beth worked in unison with the contractor to design a custom hanging, pull-out system. The functional shelf glides out when needed, and stores neatly away when not in use. The contractor also installed a hanging rod above the washer and dryer. You can never have too much hanging space! Beth purchased mesh laundry baskets on wheels to alleviate the musty smell of dirty laundry, and a broom closet for cleaning items. There is even a cozy little nook for the family dog.
Greenbriar Rd
Greenbriar Rd
Shane RenovationsShane Renovations
Photos by Peter Harrington Photography
Southern Hospitality
Southern Hospitality
Atwood: Fine Architectural CabinetryAtwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry
Elegant, yet functional laundry room off the kitchen. Hidden away behind sliding doors, this laundry space opens to double as a butler's pantry during preparations and service for entertaining guests.
Spanish Colonial
Spanish Colonial
LaBlonde DevelopmentLaBlonde Development
Steven Thompson
Lovely Laundry Room attached to Mudroom
Lovely Laundry Room attached to Mudroom
Tiffany Brooks, HGTV Host & Interior DesignerTiffany Brooks, HGTV Host & Interior Designer
A striking black, white and gray plaid tile sets the tone for this attractive laundry room that combines function and style, with high-efficiency appliances, easy-access storage and lots of counter space.
Old Campbell Lake House
Old Campbell Lake House
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
Gentleman's Ranch For Sale in Dripping Springs - Austin TX
Gentleman's Ranch For Sale in Dripping Springs - Austin TX
The Pope Team at Stanberry Realtors®The Pope Team at Stanberry Realtors®
Laundry room Mud room Features pair of antique doors, custom cabinetry, three built-in dog kennels, 8" Spanish mosaic tile
AFTER!
AFTER!
Chic Alors Decor & DesignChic Alors Decor & Design
By incorporating a lower cabinet in between the washer/dryer we added more storage space. We raised the counter height to create one surface area for functionality. Upper cabinets flank rustic reclaimed hemlock shelves.
Custom Luxury Home
Custom Luxury Home
Zag Built LLCZag Built LLC
3 House Media
Dickson Residence
Dickson Residence
MG Homes, LLCMG Homes, LLC
Washer, dryer hookups, extra storage room for the second fridge, storage shelves, clothes drying rod, stainless steel sink, modern brushed nickel fixtures, quartzite countertops, modern brown raised-panel cabinets, large brushed nickel modern drawer pulls and cabinet handles

Utility Room with Raised-panel Cabinets and Quartz Worktops 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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