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Laundry Make-over
Laundry Make-over
CANVAS InteriorsCANVAS Interiors
Cribb Creative
Inspiration for a medium sized classic utility room in Perth.
Overland Park Remodel
Overland Park Remodel
Picture KCPicture KC
Samantha Ward
This is an example of a medium sized traditional utility room in Kansas City with white walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
laundry room
laundry room
ultimate closetultimate closet
Inspiration for a small l-shaped separated utility room in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Box Hill South
Laundry Box Hill South
No Fuss KitchensNo Fuss Kitchens
A compact Laundry for a unit
Small contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
East Village Microapartments
East Village Microapartments
Studioteka Design, LLCStudioteka Design, LLC
Studioteka was asked to gut renovate a pair of apartments in two historic tenement buildings owned by a client as rental properties in the East Village. Though small in footprint at approximately 262 and 278 square feet, respectively, the units each boast well appointed kitchens complete with custom built shaker-style cabinetry and a full range of appliances including a dishwasher, 4 burner stove with oven, and a full height refrigerator with freezer, and bathrooms with stackable or combined washer/dryer units for busy downtown city dwellers. The shaker style cabinetry also has integrated finger pulls for the drawers and cabinet doors, and so requires no hardware. Our innovative client was a joy to work with, and numerous layouts and options were explored in arriving at the best possible use of the space. The angled wall in the smaller of the two units was a part of this collaborative process as it allowed us to be able to fit a stackable unit in the bathroom while ensuring that we also met ADA adaptable standards. New warm wooden flooring was installed in both units to complement the light, blond color of the cabinets which in turn contrast with the cooler stone countertop and gray wooden backsplash. The same wood for the backsplash is then used on the bathroom floor, where it provides a contrast with the simple, white subway tile, sleek silver hanging rods, and white plumbing fixtures.
STEPNEY
STEPNEY
Qbic LivingQbic Living
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Adelaide with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, concrete flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Arlington Heights
Arlington Heights
Dimon Designs, LLCDimon Designs, LLC
Washer and Dryer are built in with a butcher block top. Dimon Designs Mundelein, IL 60060
This is an example of a medium sized vintage utility room in Chicago.
Toilettes buanderie
Toilettes buanderie
Fables de MursFables de Murs
Jean Villain
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Traditional Kitchen with Butler Pantry
Traditional Kitchen with Butler Pantry
Living Edge KitchensLiving Edge Kitchens
Live By the Sea Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped utility room in Sydney with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white worktops, a built-in sink and a stacked washer and dryer.
Silver Spring second story addition and kitchen
Silver Spring second story addition and kitchen
Grossmueller's Design ConsultantsGrossmueller's Design Consultants
Photo of a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in DC Metro with blue walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Meadow House
Meadow House
Built in DesignBuilt in Design
David Leaver
Design ideas for a small country galley utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Laundry Room Half Bath
Laundry Room Half Bath
Pmade incPmade inc
This is an example of a small modern galley utility room in Denver with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, blue walls, travertine flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and brown floors.
Side extension In Acton
Side extension In Acton
Architect Your HomeArchitect Your Home
A large door at the end of the kitchen open up to reveal the compact utility space.
Inspiration for a small contemporary laundry cupboard in Other with white walls, ceramic flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Lake Bonavista Renovation
Lake Bonavista Renovation
Knight Custom HomesKnight Custom Homes
This laundry room just got a small pick me up with new shelving and counters, new exterior doors, and heated tile floors.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic utility room in Calgary with wood worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Contemporary House Flip
Contemporary House Flip
Cabinet Solutions USACabinet Solutions USA
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Room Remodel
Laundry Room Remodel
Laura PLaura P
We had a small space to work with, so we added a stacked washer/dryer and installed a cabinet and shelving. Rod for hanging clothes is not pictures.
Small classic separated utility room in Denver with wood worktops, ceramic flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
World's Smallest Laundry Closet!
World's Smallest Laundry Closet!
The Organized SopranoThe Organized Soprano
The tiniest laundry closet, but cleverly organized!
Inspiration for a small modern laundry cupboard in Boston.
Victorian Utility Room
Victorian Utility Room
LNDesignsLNDesigns
This reconfiguration project was a classic case of rooms not fit for purpose, with the back door leading directly into a home-office (not very productive when the family are in and out), so we reconfigured the spaces and the office became a utility room. The area was kept tidy and clean with inbuilt cupboards, stacking the washer and tumble drier to save space. The Belfast sink was saved from the old utility room and complemented with beautiful Victorian-style mosaic flooring. Now the family can kick off their boots and hang up their coats at the back door without muddying the house up!
Over-the-door iron and ironing board rack saves space
Over-the-door iron and ironing board rack saves space
Tonya NeihardtTonya Neihardt
She wanted to be able to iron in this room but we didn't have a wall big enough to hang the ironing board so we went with an over-the-door hanger for the iron and ironing board. Following a workout at the pool, my client would unload the wet items from her swim bag here. We added a wreath hook to the back of the door for storage and easy grab-and-go.
Laundry/Mudroom Organization
Laundry/Mudroom Organization
Room RedefinedRoom Redefined
Even the pet supplies have an easy-to-access "home" in the turn-table on the counter. Lucky dog! Room Redefined decluttered the space, and did a lot of space planning to make sure it had good flow for all of the functions. Intentional use of organization products, including shelf-dividers, shelf-labels, colorful bins, wall organization to take advantage of vertical space, and cubby storage maximize functionality. We supported the process through removal of unwanted items, product sourcing and installation. We continue to work with this family to maintain the space as their needs change over time. Working with a professional organizer for your home organization projects ensures a great outcome and removes the stress!

Budget Grey 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.
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