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Utility Room with Raised-panel Cabinets and White Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Kassebaum
Kassebaum
Prime Designs by NancyPrime Designs by Nancy
Decoración de piso pequeño en Bilbao
Decoración de piso pequeño en Bilbao
Sube InteriorismoSube Interiorismo
Reforma integral Sube Interiorismo www.subeinteriorismo.com Biderbost Photo
Laundry Room Reimagined
Laundry Room Reimagined
Crystal Kitchen + BathCrystal Kitchen + Bath
Old Campbell Lake House
Old Campbell Lake House
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
Lake Murray Laundry
Lake Murray Laundry
Lashane Construction and Design, LLCLashane Construction and Design, LLC
Winborn Whole Home Remodel
Winborn Whole Home Remodel
Bradford Custom Homes & RemodelingBradford Custom Homes & Remodeling
University Park Renovation
University Park Renovation
Nicole Arnold InteriorsNicole Arnold Interiors
We transformed a Georgian brick two-story built in 1998 into an elegant, yet comfortable home for an active family that includes children and dogs. Although this Dallas home’s traditional bones were intact, the interior dark stained molding, paint, and distressed cabinetry, along with dated bathrooms and kitchen were in desperate need of an overhaul. We honored the client’s European background by using time-tested marble mosaics, slabs and countertops, and vintage style plumbing fixtures throughout the kitchen and bathrooms. We balanced these traditional elements with metallic and unique patterned wallpapers, transitional light fixtures and clean-lined furniture frames to give the home excitement while maintaining a graceful and inviting presence. We used nickel lighting and plumbing finishes throughout the home to give regal punctuation to each room. The intentional, detailed styling in this home is evident in that each room boasts its own character while remaining cohesive overall.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
BCS Barrington Construction Solutions, LLCBCS Barrington Construction Solutions, LLC
Dramatic transformation to a Tudor kitchen in Glendale
Dramatic transformation to a Tudor kitchen in Glendale
MDB Design GroupMDB Design Group
The laundry room between the kitchen and powder room received new cabinets, washer and dryer, cork flooring, as well as the new lighting. JRY & Co.
Reclaimed and Painted Brick Creole Style
Reclaimed and Painted Brick Creole Style
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Craftsman Delight
Craftsman Delight
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
The simple laundry room backs up to the 2nd floor hall bath, and makes for easy access from all 3 bedrooms. The large window provides natural light and ventilation. Hanging spaces is available, as is upper cabinet storage and space pet needs.
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.
The Library
The Library
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
Colourful Laundry Room
Colourful Laundry Room
Personal Touch InteriorsPersonal Touch Interiors
This laundry room got a total makeover, starting with new ceiling height cupboards, white subway tiles behind the washer and dryer for easy cleaning. In addition changed out the existing vinyl flooring to hardwood to match the existing hardwood already on the main floor. New lighting, art work, sink and custom window treatment complete this room. Photo taken by: Personal Touch Interiors
12935 Butterfly
12935 Butterfly
Geis DevelopmentGeis Development
Project Sparrow Point (full home renovation)
Project Sparrow Point (full home renovation)
Delaney's DesignDelaney's Design
Shade by Jamie: Mini "Aluminum" Blind
Shade by Jamie: Mini "Aluminum" Blind
Shade by Jamie - Shades, Shutters & BlindsShade by Jamie - Shades, Shutters & Blinds
Our Alta Aluminum Blinds have been a functional favorite for decades. A simple tilt of slats direct light, provide privacy or open up the view. 1” or 2” slats are available in subtle neutrals that blend or bold colors that shout. Pick the size that works best for you.
Hamptons on the Canals
Hamptons on the Canals
Rich Construction WARich Construction WA
Benchtops -Caesarstone Cupboards - Polytec Ascot Profile Trough - Zoe Eva Ceramic Trough Mixer - Zoe Positano
Conifer- Kiawah
Conifer- Kiawah
Harper Construction Inc.Harper Construction Inc.
William Quarrels
"Glenmore" Keswick VA home
"Glenmore" Keswick VA home
Designs by CherylDesigns by Cheryl
Kitchen accessories by adding real plants make it feel homey.

Utility Room with Raised-panel Cabinets and White 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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