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Affordable Utility Room with a Side By Side Washer and Dryer Ideas and Designs

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Laundry/Mud Room Remodel
Laundry/Mud Room Remodel
Perspektiv Design,LLCPerspektiv Design,LLC
Beautiful laundry room! In this project, we maximized storage, built-in a new washer and dryer, installed a wall-hung sink, and added locker storage to help the family stay organized.
Buchanan Renovation
Buchanan Renovation
Ferguson ConstructionFerguson Construction
This home renovation project included a complete gut and reorganization of the main floor, removal of large chimney stack in the middle of the dining room, bringing floors all to same level, moving doors, adding guest bath, master closet, corner fireplace and garage. The result is this beautiful, open, spacious main floor with new kitchen, dining room, living room, master bedroom, master bath, guest bath, laundry room and flooring throughout.
Green Hills Addition
Green Hills Addition
The Kingston Group - Remodeling SpecialistsThe Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists
Large traditional galley separated utility room in Nashville with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, tonge and groove splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and tongue and groove walls.
North Lincoln mudroom / laundry room
North Lincoln mudroom / laundry room
Plain & PoshPlain & Posh
Photo of a medium sized rural utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and black worktops.
Travis Country Home
Travis Country Home
Skelly BuildSkelly Build
Laundry: All of the current cabinetry and floor tile were demoed out and replaced with new custom-built ones with a drop zone and uppers. The new cabinetry was painted to a timeless white semi-gloss color. New white oak countertops with a 2-inch thickness were laid on top of that. The team at Etch along with the owner chose a wooden oak top because of its natural finish and cost-efficiency.
Laundry and Mudroom with the Four Legged Friends in Mind
Laundry and Mudroom with the Four Legged Friends in Mind
Karr Bick Kitchen and BathKarr Bick Kitchen and Bath
Small classic galley separated utility room in St Louis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Luandry/Mudroom Renovation
Luandry/Mudroom Renovation
Taryn DeVincent InteriorsTaryn DeVincent Interiors
Taryn DeVincent
Design ideas for a small rural utility room in Philadelphia with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, green walls, travertine flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Country Rustic
Country Rustic
Silver Leaf Construction & RenovationSilver Leaf Construction & Renovation
This is an example of a small rustic single-wall separated utility room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Sienna Boulder
Sienna Boulder
Rochelle Lynne DesignRochelle Lynne Design
Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.
MULLINS 10919
MULLINS 10919
Design InnovationDesign Innovation
12x16 Mudroom and Utility room with two sets of French doors and access to both garage, side yard and back patio. Note extra drawers and organizer built-in. Was originally the breezeway. Photo by TK Images
Custom Home
Custom Home
J NORD WOLFE General Contracting Inc.J NORD WOLFE General Contracting Inc.
Medium sized classic single-wall laundry cupboard with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops and a side by side washer and dryer.
Storybook Kitchen
Storybook Kitchen
Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designerDesign Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer
Front-loading Appliances, laundry room side Design Moe Kitchen & Bath
Design ideas for a medium sized classic u-shaped utility room in San Diego with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone worktops, white walls, travertine flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and red floors.
2013 Parade of Homes Home
2013 Parade of Homes Home
Compass HomesCompass Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized classic single-wall separated utility room in Columbus with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, travertine flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and green worktops.
Morningside bungalow
Morningside bungalow
Meriwether IncMeriwether Inc
1919 Bungalow remodel. Design by Meriwether Felt, photos by Susan Gilmore
Small traditional utility room in Minneapolis with yellow walls, a side by side washer and dryer, white cabinets, wood worktops, concrete flooring and a dado rail.
Little Venice Residence
Little Venice Residence
Margot Tsim InteriorsMargot Tsim Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley utility room in London with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Small house Renovations
Small house Renovations
TEMPO STUDIOTEMPO STUDIO
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Perth with a belfast sink, all styles of cabinet, all types of cabinet finish, engineered stone countertops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
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.
Wahroonga
Wahroonga
Northern Beaches Kitchens and BathroomsNorthern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms
Design ideas for a medium sized classic galley separated utility room in Sydney with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors, white worktops and a coffered ceiling.
Coburg House
Coburg House
Lisa Breeze ArchitectLisa Breeze Architect
Built by Neverstop Group + Photograph by Caitlin Mills + Styling by Natalie James
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley separated utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and brown worktops.
Powell Laundry Room
Powell Laundry Room
Dave Fox Design Build RemodelersDave Fox Design Build Remodelers
Laundry room Concept, modern farmhouse, with farmhouse sink, wood floors, grey cabinets, mini fridge in Powell
Photo of a medium sized country galley utility room in Columbus with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.

Affordable Utility Room with a Side By Side Washer and Dryer 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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