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Utility Room with Wood Worktops and White Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Mudroom off entryway
Mudroom off entryway
Daniel Contelmo ArchitectsDaniel Contelmo Architects
Family Farmhouse
Family Farmhouse
Adams + Beasley AssociatesAdams + Beasley Associates
Richard Mandelkorn A newly connected hallway leading to the master suite had the added benefit of a new laundry closet squeezed in; the original home had a cramped closet in the kitchen downstairs. The space was made efficient with a countertop for folding, a hanging drying rack and cabinet for storage. All is concealed by a traditional barn door, and lit by a new expansive window opposite.
Baker's Kitchen
Baker's Kitchen
JACK ROSEN CUSTOM KITCHENSJACK ROSEN CUSTOM KITCHENS
Cuarto de lavado
Cuarto de lavado
Salt and Pepper EspaisSalt and Pepper Espais
Un cuarto de lavado moderno y práctico con mucha capacidad de almacenaje en los armarios.
Haus BB
Haus BB
Ferreira | Verfürth ArchitektenFerreira | Verfürth Architekten
Modern Eclectic Family Home
Modern Eclectic Family Home
BUILT Design CollectiveBUILT Design Collective
photo credit: Haris Kenjar
Кладовая
Кладовая
Екатерина и Андрей Санниковы | ScandinaviЕкатерина и Андрей Санниковы | Scandinavi
Hawthorne 2018 MBA Parade of Homes Model - 1st floor Laundry
Hawthorne 2018 MBA Parade of Homes Model - 1st floor Laundry
Victory Homes of Wisconsin, IncVictory Homes of Wisconsin, Inc
Detour Marketing, LLC
Country Living
Country Living
Collins BuildersCollins Builders
大和の家２－自然と共に暮らす家－アウトドアリビングのある平屋
大和の家２－自然と共に暮らす家－アウトドアリビングのある平屋
設計事務所 TAWKS（トークス）設計事務所 TAWKS（トークス）
「大和の家２」は、木造・平屋の一戸建て住宅です。 スタイリッシュな木の空間・アウトドアリビングが特徴的な住まいです。
Contemporary Ranch in Virginia
Contemporary Ranch in Virginia
Sweet Home of MineSweet Home of Mine
This room was completely gutted to add shelving and cabinetry for a large mudroom/laundry room. Since this room has an additional exterior door and walkway to the front of the home we wanted to create a "drop zone" for a busy family to unload everyday items and shoes out of the eye of guests. The home had a door that could be closed to contain the dirt that high traffic zones create and could be blocked off from being seen. Photo Credit: Kimberly Schneider
A Contemporary Kitchen Reno
A Contemporary Kitchen Reno
Kitchen ManiaKitchen Mania
Laundry renovation as part of a larger kitchen renovation for our customers that are a lovely family from the bustling suburb of St Heliers. Their design brief was to create a kitchen that would not only cater to their practical needs but also serve as the central hub of their home.
Hollywoods
Hollywoods
Costello Fine HomesCostello Fine Homes
Private Residence
Private Residence
Duet Design GroupDuet Design Group
Multi-Function Laundry Room, Photo by David Lauer Photography
jack and jill laundry room
jack and jill laundry room
We Build Green Inc.We Build Green Inc.
We are sincerely concerned about our customers and prevent the need for them to shop at different locations. We offer several designs and colors for fixtures and hardware from which you can select the best ones that suit the overall theme of your home. Our team will respect your preferences and give you options to choose, whether you want a traditional or contemporary design.
Stunning South Pasadena Contemporary Home
Stunning South Pasadena Contemporary Home
Jamie's Kitchen & BathJamie's Kitchen & Bath
Our clients get to indulge in the epitome of convenience and style with the newly added laundry room, adorned with striking blue shaker cabinets and elegant gold handles. This thoughtfully designed space combines functionality and aesthetics seamlessly. Revel in ample built-in storage, providing a designated place for every laundry necessity. The inclusion of a laundry sink and stackable washer and dryer enhances efficiency, transforming this room into a haven of productivity. What sets it apart is its dual purpose – not only does it serve as a dedicated laundry space, but with exterior access, it effortlessly transitions into a practical mudroom. This new addition is the perfect blend of form and function in this inviting and well-appointed addition to the home.
The Galarde Project
The Galarde Project
Galarde Interiors LLCGalarde Interiors LLC
Photography by Mike Elam
Cuarto de lavado
Cuarto de lavado
Salt and Pepper EspaisSalt and Pepper Espais
Un cuarto de lavado moderno y práctico con mucha capacidad de almacenaje en los armarios.
Falls Church Kitchen & Master Bath Renovation
Falls Church Kitchen & Master Bath Renovation
Atlas Moran ConstructionAtlas Moran Construction
Horsham Kitchen, Laundry and Mudroom
Horsham Kitchen, Laundry and Mudroom
Harth BuildersHarth Builders

Utility Room with Wood Worktops and White Worktops 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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