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Utility Room with Raised-panel Cabinets and Multi-coloured Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Modern Craftsman | Willow Glen | Cherry
Modern Craftsman | Willow Glen | Cherry
Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
This well-appointed laundry room features an undermount sink and full-sized washer and dryer as well as loads of storage.
Kitchen Remodel w/ Laundry Room
Kitchen Remodel w/ Laundry Room
DezinerTonie, LLC DDI, Interior DesignerDezinerTonie, LLC DDI, Interior Designer
Art and Craft Studio and Laundry Room Remodel
Art and Craft Studio and Laundry Room Remodel
Tracy Tesmer Design/RemodelingTracy Tesmer Design/Remodeling
Art and Craft Studio and Laundry Room Remodel
Tranquility at Entrada
Tranquility at Entrada
C Blake Homes Inc.C Blake Homes Inc.
Seagull Two Project
Seagull Two Project
White Horse DesignWhite Horse Design
Autumwood Trail
Autumwood Trail
ID Studio InteriorsID Studio Interiors
Beachy-Sheek Whole Home: Kitchen, Baths, Flooring, Window Treatments, Furniture
Beachy-Sheek Whole Home: Kitchen, Baths, Flooring, Window Treatments, Furniture
WC Design CenterWC Design Center
TBT to this beachy-sheek remodel — complete w/ furniture, accessories, and custom window treatments— we did back in 2016 and are still loving today. Look at those floors! Love that herringbone pattern and it’s actually tile, not wood! Great for the kitchen while still giving that classy vibe.
Laundry Room Luxury
Laundry Room Luxury
Creative Interiors Inc.Creative Interiors Inc.
Eclectic Kitchen & Butler's Pantry
Eclectic Kitchen & Butler's Pantry
LindenCraft Fine Renovation and DesignLindenCraft Fine Renovation and Design
Traditional Dream Kitchen
Traditional Dream Kitchen
TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.
Provincial Charm
Provincial Charm
Pink Box DesignPink Box Design
North Richland Hills Laundry Room
North Richland Hills Laundry Room
Birkes BuildersBirkes Builders
water damage renovation
The Fit
The Fit
DesignIYDesignIY
All products from Lowe's or existing Design: Marcus Lehman Craftsmen: Kjeldgaard Construction After Photos: Marcus Lehman
Poulson Residence
Poulson Residence
B&B BuildersB&B Builders
Laundry Room
Greenfield Park - Cosmetic Updates to Kitchen
Greenfield Park - Cosmetic Updates to Kitchen
Turton Interiors Inc.Turton Interiors Inc.
Some cosmetic updates including removing the cabinetry that divided the kitchen and dining area, painting the existing cabinetry and outfitting them with new hardware, replacing the counters, sink and faucet, along with the addition of graphic tiled backsplash made the kitchen the focal point of the home!
Poulson Residence
Poulson Residence
B&B BuildersB&B Builders
Laundry Room
Felida Addition & Outdoor Living
Felida Addition & Outdoor Living
Kashas Design | BuildKashas Design | Build
Tucson Country Club
Tucson Country Club
Aesthetics Interiors IncAesthetics Interiors Inc
Round Lake Carriage House | Traditional Shingle Cottage
Round Lake Carriage House | Traditional Shingle Cottage
W. Pearsall Construction Inc.W. Pearsall Construction Inc.
Shingle details and handsome stone accents give this traditional carriage house the look of days gone by while maintaining all of the convenience of today. The goal for this home was to maximize the views of the lake and this three-story home does just that. With multi-level porches and an abundance of windows facing the water. The exterior reflects character, timelessness, and architectural details to create a traditional waterfront home. The exterior details include curved gable rooflines, crown molding, limestone accents, cedar shingles, arched limestone head garage doors, corbels, and an arched covered porch. Objectives of this home were open living and abundant natural light. This waterfront home provides space to accommodate entertaining, while still living comfortably for two. The interior of the home is distinguished as well as comfortable. Graceful pillars at the covered entry lead into the lower foyer. The ground level features a bonus room, full bath, walk-in closet, and garage. Upon entering the main level, the south-facing wall is filled with numerous windows to provide the entire space with lake views and natural light. The hearth room with a coffered ceiling and covered terrace opens to the kitchen and dining area. The best views were saved on the upper level for the master suite. Third-floor of this traditional carriage house is a sanctuary featuring an arched opening covered porch, two walk-in closets, and an en suite bathroom with a tub and shower. Round Lake carriage house is located in Charlevoix, Michigan. Round lake is the best natural harbor on Lake Michigan. Surrounded by the City of Charlevoix, it is uniquely situated in an urban center, but with access to thousands of acres of the beautiful waters of northwest Michigan. The lake sits between Lake Michigan to the west and Lake Charlevoix to the east.
The Red Kitchen
The Red Kitchen
Specktacular Home RemodelingSpecktacular Home Remodeling

Utility Room with Raised-panel Cabinets and Multi-coloured 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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