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Contemporary Black Utility Room Ideas and Designs

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Inverness Laundry Room
Inverness Laundry Room
GS ConstructionGS Construction
Inspiration for a contemporary utility room in Chicago with a dado rail.
Subiaco House
Subiaco House
Robeson ArchitectsRobeson Architects
Photo by Dion Robeson
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall utility room in Perth with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer and black worktops.
Квартира в Хамовниках
Квартира в Хамовниках
YU Dsgn Галкина Юлия и Беляева ЮлияYU Dsgn Галкина Юлия и Беляева Юлия
Contemporary separated utility room in Moscow with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige splashback, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer and beige worktops.
Mud Room/Laundry
Mud Room/Laundry
Habitat StudioHabitat Studio
©2011 Jens Gerbitz www.seeing256.com
Photo of a contemporary utility room in Edmonton.
South Bham Mod
South Bham Mod
Margeaux Interiors - Margaret SkinnerMargeaux Interiors - Margaret Skinner
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Detroit with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, black splashback, black walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors, multicoloured worktops and wallpapered walls.
Wilston, Brisbane
Wilston, Brisbane
Kim Black DesignKim Black Design
Full service interior design including new paint colours, new carpeting, new furniture and window treatments in all area's throughout the home. Master Bedroom.
Lake Michigan Modern
Lake Michigan Modern
Cannarsa Structure and DesignCannarsa Structure and Design
Photo of a contemporary utility room in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured walls, grey floors and panelled walls.
Contemporary Lodge
Contemporary Lodge
AmbianceAmbiance
This rural contemporary home was designed for a couple with two grown children not living with them. The couple wanted a clean contemporary plan with attention to nice materials and practical for their relaxing lifestyle with them, their visiting children and large dog. The designer was involved in the process from the beginning by drawing the house plans. The couple had some requests to fit their lifestyle. Central location for the former music teacher's grand piano Tall windows to take advantage of the views Bioethanol ventless fireplace feature instead of traditional fireplace Casual kitchen island seating instead of dining table Vinyl plank floors throughout add warmth and are pet friendly
Hunters Hill 18
Hunters Hill 18
Chamberlain BuildersChamberlain Builders
Photo of a contemporary utility room in Vancouver.
Laundry room ideas
Laundry room ideas
Hoosier ClosetsHoosier Closets
Floor to ceiling storage with open shelving and a space to fold items. The long cabinet accommodates cleaning supplies such as mops & vacuum cleaners.
Park Ridge Project
Park Ridge Project
Closet Organizing SystemsCloset Organizing Systems
French doors open to reveal a well-organized laundry closet which includes pull-out baskets for sorting dirty clothes and telescoping valet rods for hanging cloths. Designed by Jamie Wilson from COS
Mulgoa Project
Mulgoa Project
Dan Kitchens AustraliaDan Kitchens Australia
Industrial meets eclectic in this kitchen, pantry and laundry renovation by Dan Kitchens Australia. Many of the industrial features were made and installed by Craig's Workshop, including the reclaimed timber barbacking, the full-height pressed metal splashback and the rustic bar stools. Photos: Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea
3 - 4 Bedroom House in Kew Green, London
3 - 4 Bedroom House in Kew Green, London
Henrietta Hogan Interiors LtdHenrietta Hogan Interiors Ltd
Photo of a contemporary utility room in London.
Oasis In the Woods
Oasis In the Woods
LiLu InteriorsLiLu Interiors
This prairie home tucked in the woods strikes a harmonious balance between modern efficiency and welcoming warmth. The laundry space is designed for convenience and seamless organization by being cleverly concealed behind elegant doors. This practical design ensures that the laundry area remains tidy and out of sight when not in use. --- Project designed by Minneapolis interior design studio LiLu Interiors. They serve the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, including Wayzata, Edina, and Rochester, and they travel to the far-flung destinations where their upscale clientele owns second homes. For more about LiLu Interiors, see here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.liluinteriors.com/portfolio-items/north-oaks-prairie-home-interior-design/
New: Luxury Vinyl Tile
New: Luxury Vinyl Tile
MSIMSI
Photo of a contemporary utility room in Orange County with a feature wall.
Stylish 2-Story
Stylish 2-Story
Taylor DesignTaylor Design
Medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Seaglass Way
Seaglass Way
San Diego City HomesSan Diego City Homes
Photo of a contemporary single-wall utility room in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured walls, grey floors, white worktops and a feature wall.
Allum St
Allum St
Dorrington Atcheson ArchitectsDorrington Atcheson Architects
Emma-Jane Hetherington
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Auckland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, white walls, concrete flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
A Well Appointed Laundry Room
A Well Appointed Laundry Room
McCabe By Design LLCMcCabe By Design LLC
Photo: A Kitchen That Works LLC
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, composite countertops, grey walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey splashback, grey floors, grey worktops and feature lighting.
Ruffey Lake House
Ruffey Lake House
Inbetween ArchitectureInbetween Architecture
Tatjana Plitt
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped utility room in Melbourne with porcelain flooring, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey floors and white walls.

Contemporary Black Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed contemporary 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 contemporary utility design.

What do I need in my contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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