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Affordable Utility Room with Light Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Seaford Kitchen & Laundry
Seaford Kitchen & Laundry
The Kitchen DesignerThe Kitchen Designer
A small beachside home was reconfigured to allow for a larger kitchen opening to the back yard with compact adjacent laundry. The feature tiled wall makes quite a statement with striking dark turquoise hand-made tiles. The wall conceals the small walk-in pantry we managed to fit in behind. Used for food storage and making messy afternoon snacks without cluttering the open plan kitchen/dining living room. Lots of drawers and benchspace in the actual kitchen make this kitchen a dream to work in. And enhances the whole living dining space. The laundry continues with the same materials as the kitchen so make a small but functional space connect with the kitchen.
Sanctuary Abode
Sanctuary Abode
Tempus Design Studio Pty LtdTempus Design Studio Pty Ltd
This is an example of a medium sized modern single-wall separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, white floors and beige worktops.
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
Amazing SpacesAmazing Spaces
This is a multi-functional space serving as side entrance, mudroom, laundry room and walk-in pantry all within in a footprint of 125 square feet. The mudroom wish list included a coat closet, shoe storage and a bench, as well as hooks for hats, bags, coats, etc. which we located on its own wall. The opposite wall houses the laundry equipment and sink. The front-loading washer and dryer gave us the opportunity for a folding counter above and helps create a more finished look for the room. The sink is tucked in the corner with a faucet that doubles its utility serving chilled carbonated water with the turn of a dial. The walk-in pantry element of the space is by far the most important for the client. They have a lot of storage needs that could not be completely fulfilled as part of the concurrent kitchen renovation. The function of the pantry had to include a second refrigerator as well as dry food storage and organization for many large serving trays and baskets. To maximize the storage capacity of the small space, we designed the walk-in pantry cabinet in the corner and included deep wall cabinets above following the slope of the ceiling. A library ladder with handrails ensures the upper storage is readily accessible and safe for this older couple to use on a daily basis. A new herringbone tile floor was selected to add varying shades of grey and beige to compliment the faux wood grain laminate cabinet doors. A new skylight brings in needed natural light to keep the space cheerful and inviting. The cookbook shelf adds personality and a shot of color to the otherwise neutral color scheme that was chosen to visually expand the space. Storage for all of its uses is neatly hidden in a beautifully designed compact package!
St Lucia
St Lucia
New Leaf Design StudiosNew Leaf Design Studios
The laundry has been completely replaced with this fresh, clean and functional laundry.. This image shows the pull out bench extension pushed back when not in use
Прачечная
Прачечная
ArtechnologyArtechnology
Архитектурная студия: Artechnology Архитектор: Тимур Шарипов Дизайнер: Ольга Истомина Светодизайнер: Сергей Назаров Фото: Сергей Красюк Этот проект был опубликован на интернет-портале AD Russia Этот проект стал лауреатом премии INTERIA AWARDS 2017
New Custom Master Bathroom
New Custom Master Bathroom
Kasas Builders Inc.Kasas Builders Inc.
Small retro u-shaped laundry cupboard in San Francisco with light wood cabinets and a stacked washer and dryer.
Ravenswood Ground Floor Utility Room
Ravenswood Ground Floor Utility Room
Studio FabbriStudio Fabbri
The compact and functional ground floor utility room and WC has been positioned where the original staircase used to be in the centre of the house. We kept to a paired down utilitarian style and palette when designing this practical space. A run of bespoke birch plywood full height cupboards for coats and shoes and a laundry cupboard with a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer. Tucked at the end is an enamel bucket sink and lots of open shelving storage. A simple white grid of tiles and the natural finish cork flooring which runs through out the house.
Vibrant Asian Influence in Woodbine
Vibrant Asian Influence in Woodbine
Casa Flores CabinetryCasa Flores Cabinetry
Design ideas for a medium sized world-inspired l-shaped separated utility room in Calgary with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, orange walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
UserUser
Photography by Andrea Rugg
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with light wood cabinets, a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, composite countertops, beige walls, travertine flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Sunset Residence
Sunset Residence
Hayley Bridges DesignHayley Bridges Design
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Santa Barbara with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Small kitchen renovation
Small kitchen renovation
Sublime SpacesSublime Spaces
DMF Images
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Brisbane with a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, light hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and white worktops.
Laundry Renovations Perth Projects
Laundry Renovations Perth Projects
Small Bathroom Renovations PerthSmall Bathroom Renovations Perth
Laundry Renovation, Modern Laundry Renovation, Drying Bar, Open Shelving Laundry, Perth Laundry Renovations, Modern Laundry Renovations For Smaller Homes, Small Laundry Renovations Perth
90 Years Old Kitchen Remodeled in Silver Lake, L.A.
90 Years Old Kitchen Remodeled in Silver Lake, L.A.
sDs - Sharkov Design Studio L.L.C.sDs - Sharkov Design Studio L.L.C.
This is an example of a small single-wall laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, light hardwood flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Contemporary Laundry Designed by Michelle O'Connor
Contemporary Laundry Designed by Michelle O'Connor
Gilmans Kitchens and BathsGilmans Kitchens and Baths
Treve Johnson Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, light wood cabinets and laminate floors.
Our Work
Our Work
Fashion By Design CabinetryFashion By Design Cabinetry
Design ideas for a medium sized modern l-shaped separated utility room in Salt Lake City with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and light wood cabinets.
Offset House
Offset House
Amrish Maharaj ArchitectureAmrish Maharaj Architecture
With side access, the new laundry doubles as a mudroom for coats and bags.
Medium sized modern galley utility room in Sydney with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Combined Laundry & Bathroom
Combined Laundry & Bathroom
Moda InteriorsModa Interiors
Extra storage installed. Photography: DMax Photography
This is an example of a small modern utility room in Perth with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floors and an integrated sink.
Form Marries Function
Form Marries Function
Ashley Campbell Interior DesignAshley Campbell Interior Design
Medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Denver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Strathmore
Strathmore
GDP Interior DesignGDP Interior Design
May Photography
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Country Charm – Beaconsfield home
Country Charm – Beaconsfield home
TOC design & construction inc.TOC design & construction inc.
With today's melamine selection, you can create practical, resistant, beautiful solutions without breaking the bank. In this laundry / mudroom / powder room, I was able to do just that, by building a wall to wall storage area, incorporating the washer and dryer, sink area, above cabinetry, hanging and folding stations, this once dated, dark and gloomy space got a makeover that the client is proud to use . Materials used: FLOORING; existing ceramic tile - WALL TILE; metro subway 12” x 4” high gloss white – CUSTOM CABINETS; Uniboard G22 Ribbon white – COUNTERS; Polar white - WALL PAINT; 6206-21 Sketch paper.

Affordable Utility Room with Light Wood Cabinets 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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