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Elliptical Mud Room Continued - The Turtledove - ADA Super Ranch
Elliptical Mud Room Continued - The Turtledove - ADA Super Ranch
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Agreeable Gray - SW 7029 Trim Color - Dover White - SW 6385 Media Room Wall Color - Accessible Beige - SW 7036 Interior Stone by Eldorado Stone Stone Product Stacked Stone in Nantucket Gas Fireplace by Heat & Glo Flooring & Tile by Macadam Floor & Design Tile Floor by Z-Collection Tile Product Textile in Ivory 8.5" Hexagon Tile Countertops by Surface Art Inc Tile Product Venetian Architectural Collection - A La Mode in Honed Brown Countertop Backsplash by Tierra Sol Tile Product - Driftwood in Muretto Brown Sinks by Decolav Sink Faucet by Delta Faucet Slab Countertops by Wall to Wall Stone Corp Quartz Product True North Tropical White Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Window Treatments by Budget Blinds Lighting by Destination Lighting Fixtures by Crystorama Lighting Interior Design by Creative Interiors & Design Custom Cabinetry & Storage by Northwood Cabinets Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates
Summit Avenue Condo
Summit Avenue Condo
David Heide Design StudioDavid Heide Design Studio
Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio Photography: Susan Gilmore
Nob Hill: French Victorian
Nob Hill: French Victorian
ROM architecture studioROM architecture studio
Architect: Carol Sundstrom, AIA Contractor: Phoenix Construction Photography: © Kathryn Barnard
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Patrick Schmitt, designer Inc.Patrick Schmitt, designer Inc.
Our client's wanted to create a home that was a blending of a classic farmhouse style with a modern twist, both on the interior layout and styling as well as the exterior. With two young children, they sought to create a plan layout which would provide open spaces and functionality for their family but also had the flexibility to evolve and modify the use of certain spaces as their children and lifestyle grew and changed.
Southwestern Contemporary Living in the Texas Hill Country
Southwestern Contemporary Living in the Texas Hill Country
J B Hall Custom HomesJ B Hall Custom Homes
Julie Albini
22422 Fairway View Dr., Zachary, La. 70791
22422 Fairway View Dr., Zachary, La. 70791
Mike Walker and Associates Real Estate,LLCMike Walker and Associates Real Estate,LLC
this laundry room has plenty of space for a side by side washer dryer, plus a full sink and counter for folding clothes. includes lots of cabinets and storage.
San Diego Craftsman
San Diego Craftsman
Studio 6 ArchitectsStudio 6 Architects
Jeri Koegel
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
UserUser
Photography by Troy Thies
8894 SW Inez 97224
8894 SW Inez 97224
Solstice Custom HomesSolstice Custom Homes
West Feliciana Home
West Feliciana Home
Custom Home DesignsCustom Home Designs
Melissa Oivanki for Custom Home Designs, LLC
Collins Rd.
Collins Rd.
Pacwest Builders LLCPacwest Builders LLC
Ross Chandler
Country Living
Country Living
Black Rock Construction Inc.Black Rock Construction Inc.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Patrick Schmitt, designer Inc.Patrick Schmitt, designer Inc.
Our client's wanted to create a home that was a blending of a classic farmhouse style with a modern twist, both on the interior layout and styling as well as the exterior. With two young children, they sought to create a plan layout which would provide open spaces and functionality for their family but also had the flexibility to evolve and modify the use of certain spaces as their children and lifestyle grew and changed.
The Old Schoolhouse
The Old Schoolhouse
Carleen GosneyCarleen Gosney
Caleb Melvin
Bainbridge Island East Waterfront Home
Bainbridge Island East Waterfront Home
Wyland Interior Design CenterWyland Interior Design Center
The laundry room was also done to match kitchen cabinets from DeWil’s Designer Cabinets "Old World" door style and is made from Alder wood in Heirloom White # 107 (no sand through) finish with a soft "Old World" glazing in warm caramel tones.. The counter top was tiled with a porcelain tile.
Reserve at Newcastle 8245 154th Ave SE
Reserve at Newcastle 8245 154th Ave SE
Realogics Sotheby's International RealtyRealogics Sotheby's International Realty
Parade of Homes 2015
Parade of Homes 2015
UserUser
The Erickson Farm - in Vancouver, Washington
The Erickson Farm - in Vancouver, Washington
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
The Erickson Farm - in Vancouver, Washington by Cascade West Development Inc. Cascade West Facebook: https://goo.gl/MCD2U1 Cascade West Website: https://goo.gl/XHm7Un These photos, like many of ours, were taken by the good people of ExposioHDR - Portland, Or Exposio Facebook: https://goo.gl/SpSvyo Exposio Website: https://goo.gl/Cbm8Ya
Summit Avenue Condo
Summit Avenue Condo
David Heide Design StudioDavid Heide Design Studio
Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio Photography: Susan Gilmore
Elliptical Mud Room - The Turtledove - ADA Super Ranch
Elliptical Mud Room - The Turtledove - ADA Super Ranch
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Agreeable Gray - SW 7029 Trim Color - Dover White - SW 6385 Media Room Wall Color - Accessible Beige - SW 7036 Interior Stone by Eldorado Stone Stone Product Stacked Stone in Nantucket Gas Fireplace by Heat & Glo Flooring & Tile by Macadam Floor & Design Tile Floor by Z-Collection Tile Product Textile in Ivory 8.5" Hexagon Tile Countertops by Surface Art Inc Tile Product Venetian Architectural Collection - A La Mode in Honed Brown Countertop Backsplash by Tierra Sol Tile Product - Driftwood in Muretto Brown Sinks by Decolav Sink Faucet by Delta Faucet Slab Countertops by Wall to Wall Stone Corp Quartz Product True North Tropical White Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Window Treatments by Budget Blinds Lighting by Destination Lighting Fixtures by Crystorama Lighting Interior Design by Creative Interiors & Design Custom Cabinetry & Storage by Northwood Cabinets Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates

Utility Room with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Tile Countertops 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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