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Mudroom - Next Level Ranch
Mudroom - Next Level Ranch
Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLCHierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC
The laundry room / mudroom in this updated 1940's Custom Cape Ranch features a Custom Millwork mudroom closet and shaker cabinets. The classically detailed arched doorways and original wainscot paneling in the living room, dining room, stair hall and bedrooms were kept and refinished, as were the many original red brick fireplaces found in most rooms. These and other Traditional features were kept to balance the contemporary renovations resulting in a Transitional style throughout the home. Large windows and French doors were added to allow ample natural light to enter the home. The mainly white interior enhances this light and brightens a previously dark home. Architect: T.J. Costello - Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC Interior Designer: Helena Clunies-Ross
Forde Residence
Forde Residence
Studio Black InteriorsStudio Black Interiors
For this home in the Canberra suburb of Forde, Studio Black Interiors gave the laundry an interior design makeover. Studio Black was responsible for re-designing the laundry and selecting the finishes and fixtures to make the laundry feel more modern and practical for this family home. Photography by Hcreations.
Whealan Rd.
Whealan Rd.
JE CarpentryJE Carpentry
Medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Toronto with an utility sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, grey walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and black worktops.
Aspen Grove Modern
Aspen Grove Modern
Asher Custom HomesAsher Custom Homes
© Scott Griggs Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Denver with open cabinets, black cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and black worktops.
Southwood Gardens
Southwood Gardens
Metre Squared ArchitectureMetre Squared Architecture
Ground floor side extension to accommodate garage, storage, boot room and utility room. A first floor side extensions to accommodate two extra bedrooms and a shower room for guests. Loft conversion to accommodate a master bedroom, en-suite and storage.
CARINE – Laundry Renovation
CARINE – Laundry Renovation
Hatch RenovationsHatch Renovations
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Perth with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and black worktops.
Euro Laundry/Bathroom Renovation, Port Melbourne
Euro Laundry/Bathroom Renovation, Port Melbourne
embracingspaceembracingspace
Large contemporary utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, black cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring and black worktops.
East Vancouver Passive House
East Vancouver Passive House
JDL Homes VancouverJDL Homes Vancouver
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Vancouver with open cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, white walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and black worktops.
The Darby Lakes Home, Mudroom
The Darby Lakes Home, Mudroom
The Creative Kitchen CompanyThe Creative Kitchen Company
This spacious laundry room/mudroom is conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Columbus with white cabinets, beige walls, slate flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, black floors, black worktops, recessed-panel cabinets and a submerged sink.
Gower Street
Gower Street
Joy Street DesignJoy Street Design
As a recently purchased home, our clients quickly decided they needed to make some major adjustments. The home was pretty outdated and didn’t speak to the young family’s unique style, but we wanted to keep the welcoming character of this Mediterranean bungalow in tact. The classic white kitchen with a new layout is the perfect backdrop for the family. Brass accents add a touch of luster throughout and modernizes the fixtures and hardware. While the main common areas feature neutral color palettes, we quickly gave each room a burst of energy through bright accent colors and patterned textiles. The kids’ rooms are the most playful, showcasing bold wallcoverings, bright tones, and even a teepee tent reading nook. Designed by Joy Street Design serving Oakland, Berkeley, San Francisco, and the whole of the East Bay. For more about Joy Street Design, click here: https://www.joystreetdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.joystreetdesign.com/portfolio/gower-street
Modern Laundry Room
Modern Laundry Room
BCN HomesBCN Homes
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall separated utility room in DC Metro with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and black worktops.
You can do black in a small room
You can do black in a small room
Collaroy Kitchen CentreCollaroy Kitchen Centre
25 year old modular kitchen with very limited benchspace was replaced with a fully bespoke kitchen with all the bells and whistles perfect for a keen cook.
Master Laundry Room Contemporary for Entertaining
Master Laundry Room Contemporary for Entertaining
Heritage Design StudioHeritage Design Studio
Functional Utility Room, located just off the Dressing Room in the Master Suite allows quick access for the owners and a view of the private garden. Room size: 7'8" x 8' Ceiling height: 11'
Robinson Case Study
Robinson Case Study
RoundhouseRoundhouse
Roundhouse Urbo and Metro matt lacquer bespoke kitchen in Farrow & Ball Railings and horizontal grain Driftwood veneer with worktop in Nero Assoluto Linen Finish with honed edges. Photography by Nick Kane.
Wyclifee
Wyclifee
Sofo KitchensSofo Kitchens
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley separated utility room in Vancouver with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and black worktops.
Palmetto Bluff Contemporary
Palmetto Bluff Contemporary
Center Point CabinetsCenter Point Cabinets
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, black worktops and tongue and groove walls.
Springfield
Springfield
Aspect JoineryAspect Joinery
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Brisbane with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and black worktops.
Hollywood Hills Warm Contemporary
Hollywood Hills Warm Contemporary
VBM HomeVBM Home
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and black worktops.
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.
White Gum House
White Gum House
Lydia Maskiell InteriorsLydia Maskiell Interiors
Anjie Blair Photography
Large contemporary galley separated utility room in Hobart with a built-in sink, black cabinets, laminate countertops, black walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and black worktops.

Contemporary Utility Room with Black Worktops 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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