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Utility Room with Shaker Cabinets and Beige Walls Ideas and Designs

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Laundry Room / Mud Room
Laundry Room / Mud Room
Aniko Nicholson DesignAniko Nicholson Design
Nestled within the heart of a rustic farmhouse, the laundry room stands as a sanctuary of both practicality and rustic elegance. Stepping inside, one is immediately greeted by the warmth of the space, accentuated by the cozy interplay of elements. The built-in cabinetry, painted in a deep rich green, exudes a timeless charm while providing abundant storage solutions. Every nook and cranny has been carefully designed to offer a place for everything, ensuring clutter is kept at bay. A backdrop of shiplap wall treatment adds to the room's rustic allure, its horizontal lines drawing the eye and creating a sense of continuity. Against this backdrop, brass hardware gleams, casting a soft, golden glow that enhances the room's vintage appeal. Beneath one's feet lies a masterful display of craftsmanship: heated brick floors arranged in a herringbone pattern. As the warmth seeps into the room, it invites one to linger a little longer, transforming mundane tasks into moments of comfort and solace. Above a pin board, a vintage picture light casts a soft glow, illuminating cherished memories and inspirations. It's a subtle nod to the past, adding a touch of nostalgia to the room's ambiance. Floating shelves adorn the walls, offering a platform for displaying treasured keepsakes and decorative accents. Crafted from rustic oak, they echo the warmth of the cabinetry, further enhancing the room's cohesive design. In this laundry room, every element has been carefully curated to evoke a sense of rustic charm and understated luxury. It's a space where functionality meets beauty, where everyday chores become a joy, and where the timeless allure of farmhouse living is celebrated in every detail.
Transitional Laundry Room
Transitional Laundry Room
Needham I
Needham I
Michelle Markert InteriorsMichelle Markert Interiors
Laundry room with folding counter, sink and stackable washer/dryer. Two drawers pull out for laundry hampers. Storage availalbe in wall cabinets.
Scheming in color
Scheming in color
May Construction, Inc.May Construction, Inc.
The laundry room was a major transformation that needed to occur, once a dark and gloomy dungeon is now a bright, and whimsical room that would make anyone be happy, doing the household chore of laundry. The Havana Ornate Silver tile flooring and Ice White backsplash tile translated nicely against the custom cabinetry. To accommodate the newest furriest member of the family, a hidden custom litter box pull-out was included in the cabinetry and cute cat door that would allow the new kitten to get in and out through its very own passageway.
Kavanaugh Project
Kavanaugh Project
Tower Nine Kitchen & Bath RemodelingTower Nine Kitchen & Bath Remodeling
URBAN FARMHOUSE
URBAN FARMHOUSE
Jacqui Loucks Interior ConceptsJacqui Loucks Interior Concepts
The Mariner - a modern coastal getaway
The Mariner - a modern coastal getaway
Kent Homes BouctoucheKent Homes Bouctouche
A laundry space through the main bathroom features a large window, space for washer and dryer under wire storage shelving and a long cabinet for sorting and storage.
IMG_0778.HEIC
IMG_0778.HEIC
Waters Edge RenovationsWaters Edge Renovations
Laundry Room Remodel With New Shiplap, Cabinets, Butcher Block Shelves & Folding Table
Washer + Dryer
Washer + Dryer
Eaton Custom HomesEaton Custom Homes
S. Broadway Remodel + Addition
S. Broadway Remodel + Addition
LIBERTY DESIGN + BUILDLIBERTY DESIGN + BUILD
Clearview Cottage Two
Clearview Cottage Two
REVIVALREVIVAL
Ferguson Residence
Ferguson Residence
Green Tech ConstructionGreen Tech Construction
Quick Pic Tours
Southern California
Southern California
Juxtapose DesignsJuxtapose Designs
MO - 2052
MO - 2052
South Prairie Residential DesignSouth Prairie Residential Design
Laundryroom
Laundryroom
Urban Kitchens and Baths, Inc.Urban Kitchens and Baths, Inc.
Philip Rudick, Architect, Urban Kitchens and Baths, Inc. Austin, Texas. Custom remodel implementing clean improved eclectic design. White painted factory finished CrystaLcabinets. Existing laundry in older home was redesigned and dressed upto function multi function space combining laundry with wine bar. Granite countertops, illuminated glass paneled display cabinets, stem glass holder included.
My Work
My Work
Kalma Custom Woodworks incKalma Custom Woodworks inc
Grand island Builders Showroom - Marquis
Grand island Builders Showroom - Marquis
BuildersBuilders
Mills Lake
Mills Lake
The Artisan CompanyThe Artisan Company
Weston Laundry Room
Weston Laundry Room
Carriagetown KitchensCarriagetown Kitchens
Nashua, Transitional Multi-Room Renovation
Nashua, Transitional Multi-Room Renovation
The Muir ShowroomsThe Muir Showrooms
Tha laundry room is part of the main bathroom, decked out with Ultracraft cabinets in the Avon doorstyle with Mineral Grey paint and Bianco Sardo granite countertops. Bianco Sardo often has taupey flecks in it that play nicely with the Mineral Grey paint.

Utility Room with Shaker Cabinets and Beige Walls 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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