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Fairy Lake Retreat
Fairy Lake Retreat
Cassis Design Studio with Urban Rustic LivingCassis Design Studio with Urban Rustic Living
Custom Storage Solutions
Custom Storage Solutions
California Closets Studio City, CaliforniaCalifornia Closets Studio City, California
Electrolux Laundry Appliances
Electrolux Laundry Appliances
Baron's Major BrandsBaron's Major Brands
Featuring the latest in technology and design, Electrolux washers and dryers are innovative, intuitive and efficient.
Tumbleweed Custom Home
Tumbleweed Custom Home
Alair Homes PlanoAlair Homes Plano
This new home was built on an old lot in Dallas, TX in the Preston Hollow neighborhood. The new home is a little over 5,600 sq.ft. and features an expansive great room and a professional chef’s kitchen. This 100% brick exterior home was built with full-foam encapsulation for maximum energy performance. There is an immaculate courtyard enclosed by a 9' brick wall keeping their spool (spa/pool) private. Electric infrared radiant patio heaters and patio fans and of course a fireplace keep the courtyard comfortable no matter what time of year. A custom king and a half bed was built with steps at the end of the bed, making it easy for their dog Roxy, to get up on the bed. There are electrical outlets in the back of the bathroom drawers and a TV mounted on the wall behind the tub for convenience. The bathroom also has a steam shower with a digital thermostatic valve. The kitchen has two of everything, as it should, being a commercial chef's kitchen! The stainless vent hood, flanked by floating wooden shelves, draws your eyes to the center of this immaculate kitchen full of Bluestar Commercial appliances. There is also a wall oven with a warming drawer, a brick pizza oven, and an indoor churrasco grill. There are two refrigerators, one on either end of the expansive kitchen wall, making everything convenient. There are two islands; one with casual dining bar stools, as well as a built-in dining table and another for prepping food. At the top of the stairs is a good size landing for storage and family photos. There are two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, as well as a movie room. What makes this home so special is the Casita! It has its own entrance off the common breezeway to the main house and courtyard. There is a full kitchen, a living area, an ADA compliant full bath, and a comfortable king bedroom. It’s perfect for friends staying the weekend or in-laws staying for a month.
Little Holmby Laundry
Little Holmby Laundry
Lauren Shadid Architecture + InteriorsLauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors
Nicole Leone
A Laundry Room plus...
A Laundry Room plus...
Patricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLCPatricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLC
The laundry functions occupy the far end of the space. A Corian countertop provides plenty of space for the folding of clean clothes. Custom cabinetry by MWP Cabinetmakers, Tucson, AZ.
Unionville Basement Renovation
Unionville Basement Renovation
Master Edge HomesMaster Edge Homes
Skagit Valley Residence, Samish Island WA
Skagit Valley Residence, Samish Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Sliding doors to laundry. Photography by Ian Gleadle.
Two-storey side extension Twickenham
Two-storey side extension Twickenham
Architect Your HomeArchitect Your Home
The cellar has been converted into a very useful utility room
Our Work
Our Work
Elevations by Brandon MichaelElevations by Brandon Michael
Wilston, Brisbane
Wilston, Brisbane
Kim Black DesignKim Black Design
Full service interior design including new paint colours, new carpeting, new furniture and window treatments in all area's throughout the home. Master Bedroom.
Custom Laundry Room
Custom Laundry Room
Boyce Design + BuildBoyce Design + Build
The custom laundry room is finished with a gray porcelain tile floor and features white custom inset cabinetry including floor to ceiling storage, hanging drying station and drying rack drawers, solid surface countertops with laminated edge, undermount sink with Waterstone faucet in satin nickel finish and Penny Round light grey porcelain tile backsplash
Complete Remodel and Project Management
Complete Remodel and Project Management
New Explode ConstructionNew Explode Construction
Neesen Residence
Neesen Residence
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
Transitional Elegance Laundry Room
Transitional Elegance Laundry Room
John McClain DesignJohn McClain Design
Who wouldn't mind doing laundry in such a bright and colorful laundry room? Custom cabinetry allows for creating a space with the exact specifications of the homeowner and is the perfect backdrop for the floor to ceiling white subway tiles. From a hanging drying station, hidden litterbox storage, antimicrobial and durable white Krion countertops to beautiful walnut shelving, this laundry room is as beautiful as it is functional. Stephen Allen Photography
Transitional Kitchen and Laundry Room
Transitional Kitchen and Laundry Room
McCarley Custom CabinetsMcCarley Custom Cabinets
Hermitage Trail
Hermitage Trail
Studio M InteriorsStudio M Interiors
Available Redwood Estates Community
Available Redwood Estates Community
Ence HomesEnce Homes
Jeremiah Barber
Laundry room remodel in Carmel, Indiana
Laundry room remodel in Carmel, Indiana
Gettum Associates IncGettum Associates Inc
Unused attic space was converted to a functional, second floor laundry room complete with folding space and television!
Transitional Luxe
Transitional Luxe
Paulina Perrault InteriorsPaulina Perrault Interiors
Joe Burull

Utility Room with Soapstone Worktops and Composite 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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