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Lido Rose
Lido Rose
Trinity Custom HomesTrinity Custom Homes
This is an example of a nautical utility room in Tampa.
Twin Lakes Sanctuary
Twin Lakes Sanctuary
KED InteriorsKED Interiors
The botanical wallpaper within this laundry room truly makes this unique space pop. From the custom white cabinets and the built-in desk, it really is a place to be.
1st Floor Remodel - Vienna, VA
1st Floor Remodel - Vienna, VA
2 Navy Lane, LLC2 Navy Lane, LLC
Design ideas for a traditional utility room in DC Metro.
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Lavadero Cocina Albo
Lavadero Cocina Albo
MOLINS DESIGNMOLINS DESIGN
Design ideas for a contemporary utility room in Barcelona.
Kai Etxea_Gorliz
Kai Etxea_Gorliz
DIADEDIADE
Photo of a mediterranean utility room in Other.
Northridge
Northridge
Theresa Ory InteriorsTheresa Ory Interiors
This is an example of a classic utility room in Atlanta.
Transitional Remodel of Town & Country Home
Transitional Remodel of Town & Country Home
Liston Design BuildListon Design Build
Large classic separated utility room in St Louis with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.
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Laura Brophy InteriorsLaura Brophy Interiors
Classic utility room in Orange County.
Urban Elegance
Urban Elegance
Bullseye Custom CabinetryBullseye Custom Cabinetry
This gorgeous laundry room/mudroom has stained white oak base cabinets and white painted upper cabinets. Giving plenty of storage, these custom cabinets will make your laundry days more efficient!
Poulson Residence
Poulson Residence
B&B BuildersB&B Builders
Mud Room
Inspiration for a large single-wall separated utility room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, beige floors and white worktops.
Whanganui full home interior by Du Bois
Whanganui full home interior by Du Bois
Du Bois Design LtdDu Bois Design Ltd
Photo of a medium sized industrial l-shaped separated utility room in Auckland with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and beige worktops.
Woodcrest Drive
Woodcrest Drive
Oak & Arrow HomesOak & Arrow Homes
Design ideas for a traditional utility room in Minneapolis.
The Grove House
The Grove House
Kathryn Murphy InteriorsKathryn Murphy Interiors
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped separated utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, tonge and groove splashback, white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors, brown worktops and wallpapered walls.
North Beach Cabinets
North Beach Cabinets
KTR CreationsKTR Creations
Inspiration for an industrial utility room in Perth.
Complete Remodel - Santa Ana, CA
Complete Remodel - Santa Ana, CA
OC Builders GroupOC Builders Group
This stunning renovation of the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room remodel that exudes warmth, style, and individuality. The kitchen boasts a rich tapestry of warm colors, infusing the space with a cozy and inviting ambiance. Meanwhile, the bathroom showcases exquisite terrazzo tiles, offering a mosaic of texture and elegance, creating a spa-like retreat. As you step into the laundry room, be greeted by captivating olive green cabinets, harmonizing functionality with a chic, earthy allure. Each space in this remodel reflects a unique story, blending warm hues, terrazzo intricacies, and the charm of olive green, redefining the essence of contemporary living in a personalized and inviting setting.
Winden Estate - Ourimbah
Winden Estate - Ourimbah
Penman Brown Interior DesignPenman Brown Interior Design
Inspiration for an expansive country separated utility room in Sydney with shaker cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, blue cabinets, marble worktops, beige walls, terracotta flooring, beige floors and beige worktops.
Appartement Boutarel
Appartement Boutarel
Atelier AimAtelier Aim
Modern utility room in Paris.
Whole Home Remodel and Addition in Burton Valley
Whole Home Remodel and Addition in Burton Valley
Slarve Construction LLCSlarve Construction LLC
All custom cabinetry and millwork completed by Slarve Construction.
Traditional utility room in San Francisco.
Severn River Renovation
Severn River Renovation
Mueller Homes IncMueller Homes Inc
Design ideas for a beach style utility room in Baltimore.

Utility Room 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.
White Bear Lake Whole Townhouse Gut and Remodel
White Bear Lake Whole Townhouse Gut and Remodel
Pinnacle Design & RemodelingPinnacle Design & Remodeling
Keeping the existing cabinetry but repinting it we were able to put butcher block countertops on for workable space.
Photo of a medium sized galley separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, beige walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and brown worktops.
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