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Budget Contemporary Utility Room Ideas and Designs

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Laundry room tile floor
Laundry room tile floor
Ruda MasonryRuda Masonry
Tiled the floor of a laundry room with contemporary tile, and Schluter DITRA, and installed a drain
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley separated utility room in DC Metro with white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and white floors.
Kristen's Laundry Room
Kristen's Laundry Room
Grassroots DesignGrassroots Design
JVL Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Ottawa with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige worktops.
Tyner Ridge Incline Village NV
Tyner Ridge Incline Village NV
Covarelli Construction Co., Inc.Covarelli Construction Co., Inc.
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, beige walls, a side by side washer and dryer and brown worktops.
Un pequeño gran apartamento
Un pequeño gran apartamento
INteriors by Alicia ClarianaINteriors by Alicia Clariana
Conseguimos sacar un pequeño lavadero independiente de la cocina con tendedero el Sol incluido para poder tender dentro cuando hace mal tiempo. Por higiene se alicató entero con un gres porcelánico blanco rectificado de Azulejos Peña.
Chalet en Madrid
Chalet en Madrid
Pietan DesignPietan Design
lafotobelle.com
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Madrid with a single-bowl sink, grey cabinets, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and shaker cabinets.
Contemporary Laundry Room
Contemporary Laundry Room
Medium sized contemporary galley utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, white walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
A Tiny Space with Big Renovations
A Tiny Space with Big Renovations
Alphen ConstructionAlphen Construction
Renovated bathroom with built in washer/dryer combination unit.
Small contemporary utility room in Melbourne with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls and ceramic flooring.
Cranebrook - Polytec laminate inspiration
Cranebrook - Polytec laminate inspiration
Kitchen Envy - Custom KitchensKitchen Envy - Custom Kitchens
Sleek, contemporary elements of laminate and stone combine to create an efficient, stylish and affordable space. The accent subway tiles make a focal impact and add interest in texture and tone. Doors & Panels-Polytec "Topiary" smooth finish Benchtops - Caesarstone "Symphony Grey"
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.
Photos 2019
Photos 2019
Lazarou JoineryLazarou Joinery
Bench-top and Splash-back are Laminex laminate "Artisan Beamwood" - Chalk Finish. This laminate finish has a wonderful textured feel and subtle wood grain look while being robust enough for a true work environment.
Salle d'eau et buanderie cohabite d'une belle façon
Salle d'eau et buanderie cohabite d'une belle façon
Équipe Mandrée DesignÉquipe Mandrée Design
Andrée Allard, photographe
Small contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and a single-bowl sink.
Enclave at Cooper Lane
Enclave at Cooper Lane
MileStone Community BuildersMileStone Community Builders
Small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Austin with beige walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Retreat @ The Bridges | Gilbert, AZ | 2913 - Harmony
Retreat @ The Bridges | Gilbert, AZ | 2913 - Harmony
Shea Homes - ArizonaShea Homes - Arizona
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
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.
Logan - Custom Home Design in Naples, Florida
Logan - Custom Home Design in Naples, Florida
South Florida ArchitectureSouth Florida Architecture
Professional Photography by South Florida Design
Medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, composite countertops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Apartment in Dartry, Dublin
Apartment in Dartry, Dublin
houseologyhouseology
Philip Lauterbach
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Dublin with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, vinyl flooring, an integrated washer and dryer and white floors.
Elsternwick Apartment
Elsternwick Apartment
Jasmine McClelland DesignJasmine McClelland Design
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Melbourne with a submerged sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Traymore House
Traymore House
Worth Design Build, Inc.Worth Design Build, Inc.
image by Studio Laguna
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Minneapolis with white walls and a stacked washer and dryer.
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.
CORE - il centro della casa
CORE - il centro della casa
Giorgio Davide Manzoni ARCHITETTOGiorgio Davide Manzoni ARCHITETTO
Small contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.

Budget 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.
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