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Bright Contemporary Kitchen & Laundry Renovation
Bright Contemporary Kitchen & Laundry Renovation
Damco KitchensDamco Kitchens
Inspiration for a contemporary utility room in Melbourne.
basement apartment
basement apartment
UserUser
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in New York with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Luxury Condo Gut-Re-hab
Luxury Condo Gut-Re-hab
Don Foote ContractingDon Foote Contracting
Photo of a contemporary utility room in Boston.
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Penthouse – Hampstead Heath
Penthouse – Hampstead Heath
JLV Design LtdJLV Design Ltd
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped utility room in London with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.
Wellesley Bowed Roof Cape
Wellesley Bowed Roof Cape
Design Plus Construction Corp.Design Plus Construction Corp.
Design ideas for a contemporary utility room in Boston.
Hampstead Overhaul
Hampstead Overhaul
Hibou Design & Co.Hibou Design & Co.
Photo of a contemporary utility room in Montreal.
Sydney Northern Beaches Alterations & Additions 2021
Sydney Northern Beaches Alterations & Additions 2021
David Campbell Building Pty LtdDavid Campbell Building Pty Ltd
Inspiration for a contemporary utility room in Sydney.
Ringwood
Ringwood
Edwards Renovations Pty LtdEdwards Renovations Pty Ltd
This laundry room renovation combines timeless design elements with modern functionality. The white shaker cabinets offer ample storage space, while the emerald green mosaic tile backsplash adds a touch of personality and elegance. Brass hardware throughout the space complements the tile and elevates the overall look.
Picturesque and Highly Practical Laundry Renovation
Picturesque and Highly Practical Laundry Renovation
Makings of Fine Kitchens & BathroomsMakings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms
Extraordinary functionality meets timeless elegance and charm This renovation is a true testament to grasping the full potential of a space and turning it into a highly functional yet spacious and completely stylish laundry. Practicality meets luxury and innovative storage solutions blend seamlessly with modern aesthetics and Hamptons charm. The spacious Caesarstone benchtop, dedicated drying rack, high-efficiency appliances and roomy ceramic sink allow difficult chores, like folding clothes, to be handled with ease. Stunning grey splashback tiles and well-placed downlights were carefully selected to accentuate the timeless beauty of white shaker cabinetry with black feature accents and sleek black tapware
Chisel House
Chisel House
DX Architects Pty LtdDX Architects Pty Ltd
Contemporary utility room in Melbourne.
Auburn + Grace
Auburn + Grace
Clark + AldineClark + Aldine
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley separated utility room in Detroit with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood worktops, a side by side washer and dryer and brown worktops.
Rosebud beach side home
Rosebud beach side home
Jasmine McClelland DesignJasmine McClelland Design
Gorgeous spacious bright and fun orange laundry with black penny tiles.
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Melbourne with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, composite countertops, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white walls and grey worktops.
Boot Room
Boot Room
N&K InteriorsN&K Interiors
This is an example of a contemporary utility room in London.
Project Hemera, North London
Project Hemera, North London
CCASA ArchitectsCCASA Architects
A big pantry was designed next to the kitchen. Generous, includes for a wine fridge and a big sink, making the kitchen even more functional. Redded glass doors bring natural light into the space while allowing for privacy
Coogee Styling Project
Coogee Styling Project
Colourcube InteriorsColourcube Interiors
Coogee Styling Project Laundry
Contemporary utility room in Perth.
Classic & Restful Waterside Home
Classic & Restful Waterside Home
InSpace DesignInSpace Design
Photo of a contemporary utility room in Other.
Tallebudgera House Project
Tallebudgera House Project
Cedar + SuedeCedar + Suede
Design ideas for a contemporary utility room in Gold Coast - Tweed.
Netherlands
Netherlands
Clearcut Construction, Inc.Clearcut Construction, Inc.
When the kitchen and laundry are next to each other, we often find it needs a face lift as well. We simply carried the same hale navy to the cabinets and decided to go with a wood stained top.
Mariposa Project
Mariposa Project
Home Suite Design & RealtyHome Suite Design & Realty
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Denver with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and brown worktops.

Contemporary 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.
Halifax St, Brighton
Halifax St, Brighton
M.J.Harris GroupM.J.Harris Group
Home to a large family, the brief for this laundry in Brighton was to incorporate as much storage space as possible. Our in-house Interior Designer, Jeyda has created a galley style laundry with ample storage without having to compromise on style.
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