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Contemporary Utility Room with Brown Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Chesterton, IN. Haas Signature, Maple Kitchen, Bathrooms, Basement, & Laundry
Chesterton, IN. Haas Signature, Maple Kitchen, Bathrooms, Basement, & Laundry
Bailey's CabinetsBailey's Cabinets
Haas Signature Collection Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Caraway (discontinued) Door Style: Shakertown
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Custom 1-Story Contemporary Home
Custom 1-Story Contemporary Home
Ellish BuildersEllish Builders
Contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and grey worktops.
Julia Ave
Julia Ave
Good Bones Design BuildGood Bones Design Build
Laundry Room
Large contemporary utility room in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, all styles of cabinet, brown cabinets, concrete worktops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floors, grey worktops, all types of ceiling and all types of wall treatment.
1210 Macdonald Ranch
1210 Macdonald Ranch
Luxe-DesignLuxe-Design
Laundry Room with Custom Cabinets
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Las Vegas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Ambler Road
Ambler Road
CairnCairn
Peter Landers
Small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in London with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, black floors and white worktops.
Multifunctional Kitchen and Living Room
Multifunctional Kitchen and Living Room
Consilium B LLCConsilium B LLC
Laundry Room in Oak Endgrainm, with Zentrum Laundry Sink ZT36
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley utility room in Atlanta with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, tile countertops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, black walls, a concealed washer and dryer and black worktops.
A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation
A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation
Degnan Design-Build-RemodelDegnan Design-Build-Remodel
The original laundry/mudroom was not well planned. In addition, a small home office was facing the front of the home. The solution was a bit retro!
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate countertops, blue walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey worktops.
Skyview
Skyview
Nathan Taylor for Obelisk HomeNathan Taylor for Obelisk Home
This is an example of a contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz worktops, grey walls, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Central Park Bathroom Remodel
Central Park Bathroom Remodel
Chi Renovation & DesignChi Renovation & Design
We created this mid-size trendy bathroom by refurbishing existing vanity and fixtures. White subway tiles were wrapped around the bathroom with grey porcelain tiles. The floor tiles bear a resemblance to brush strokes of watercolors, creating a flow in the space. We installed a new soaking bathtub with a frameless barn shower door to add to the unique look. The tile pattern and neutral colors help elongate the space and make it feel bigger. As a part of this renovation, we carved out a small laundry space in the hallway closet. Full size stacked washer and dryer fit perfectly and can be easily enclosed. --- Project designed by Skokie renovation firm, Chi Renovations & Design - general contractors, kitchen and bath remodelers, and design & build company. They serve the Chicago area, and it's surrounding suburbs, with an emphasis on the North Side and North Shore. You'll find their work from the Loop through Lincoln Park, Skokie, Evanston, Wilmette, and all the way up to Lake Forest. For more about Chi Renovation & Design, click here: https://www.chirenovation.com/
Luxury Vinyl Plank
Luxury Vinyl Plank
Floor Decorators Carpet OneFloor Decorators Carpet One
This is an example of an expansive contemporary separated utility room in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, beige walls, vinyl flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Schaffer's Mill Custom 11
Schaffer's Mill Custom 11
Tanamera Construction / TC HomesTanamera Construction / TC Homes
Vance Fox
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz worktops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, grey floors and white worktops.
Contemporary Convergence
Contemporary Convergence
Nar Design GroupNar Design Group
A combination of quarter sawn white oak material with kerf cuts creates harmony between the cabinets and the warm, modern architecture of the home. We mirrored the waterfall of the island to the base cabinets on the range wall. This project was unique because the client wanted the same kitchen layout as their previous home but updated with modern lines to fit the architecture. Floating shelves were swapped out for an open tile wall, and we added a double access countertwall cabinet to the right of the range for additional storage. This cabinet has hidden front access storage using an intentionally placed kerf cut and modern handleless design. The kerf cut material at the knee space of the island is extended to the sides, emphasizing a sense of depth. The palette is neutral with warm woods, dark stain, light surfaces, and the pearlescent tone of the backsplash; giving the client’s art collection a beautiful neutral backdrop to be celebrated. For the laundry we chose a micro shaker style cabinet door for a clean, transitional design. A folding surface over the washer and dryer as well as an intentional space for a dog bed create a space as functional as it is lovely. The color of the wall picks up on the tones of the beautiful marble tile floor and an art wall finishes out the space. In the master bath warm taupe tones of the wall tile play off the warm tones of the textured laminate cabinets. A tiled base supports the vanity creating a floating feel while also providing accessibility as well as ease of cleaning. An entry coat closet designed to feel like a furniture piece in the entry flows harmoniously with the warm taupe finishes of the brick on the exterior of the home. We also brought the kerf cut of the kitchen in and used a modern handleless design. The mudroom provides storage for coats with clothing rods as well as open cubbies for a quick and easy space to drop shoes. Warm taupe was brought in from the entry and paired with the micro shaker of the laundry. In the guest bath we combined the kerf cut of the kitchen and entry in a stained maple to play off the tones of the shower tile and dynamic Patagonia granite countertops.
Woodbluff Lane Residence, Camano Island WA
Woodbluff Lane Residence, Camano Island WA
Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest ArchitectsDan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects
Photography by Stephen Brousseau.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Lakeside Luxe
Lakeside Luxe
Inspired InteriorsInspired Interiors
Amoura Productions
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Omaha with a submerged sink, a side by side washer and dryer, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, grey walls, grey floors and white worktops.
Homecoming Residence
Homecoming Residence
DD Ford ConstructionDD Ford Construction
Medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Santa Barbara with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and grey worktops.
Contemporary Industrial Ranch
Contemporary Industrial Ranch
Blenker ConstructionBlenker Construction
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and brown worktops.
Luxury Contemporary Cabinets
Luxury Contemporary Cabinets
Custom Construction Imports, IncCustom Construction Imports, Inc
This is an example of an expansive contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and beige worktops.
Ferndale Cottage
Ferndale Cottage
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Sydney with glass-front cabinets, brown cabinets and a stacked washer and dryer.
Laundry Rooms
Laundry Rooms
Zawadski Homes Inc.Zawadski Homes Inc.
Medium sized contemporary galley utility room in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and black worktops.
Providence at Prairie Farms
Providence at Prairie Farms
Designer Homes Of Fargo-MoorheadDesigner Homes Of Fargo-Moorhead
Photo of a contemporary laundry cupboard in Other with brown cabinets and a side by side washer and dryer.

Contemporary Utility Room with Brown Cabinets 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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