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Contemporary Utility Room with Ceramic Splashback Ideas and Designs

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Marble & white laundry
Marble & white laundry
Bendigo BathroomsBendigo Bathrooms
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Ferndale, Glen Iris
Ferndale, Glen Iris
The Kitchen Design CentreThe Kitchen Design Centre
Laundry Room at the Ferndale Home in Glen Iris Victoria. Builder: Mazzei Homes Architecture: Dan Webster Furniture: Zuster Furniture Kitchen, Wardrobes & Joinery: The Kitchen Design Centre Photography: Elisa Watson Project: Royal Melbourne Hospital Lottery Home 2020
Beacon Hill (Laundry)
Beacon Hill (Laundry)
Dream Doors Sydney NorthDream Doors Sydney North
Tame your laundry clutter with a Dream Doors Laundry Facelift! This facelift was completed in classic white thermolaminate doors; Polytec Chambord laminate bench top; white handmade tiled splashback and super cute round laundry tub.
Stawell St Prahran Townhouse Renovation
Stawell St Prahran Townhouse Renovation
MMAD ArchitectureMMAD Architecture
Laundry accessed via secret pivoting wall panel from kitchen. New reeded glass window to provide screening from neighbours
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and grey worktops.
Stylish laundry room
Stylish laundry room
Marlene Hudson DesignMarlene Hudson Design
Being in this room will feel less like a chore and more enjoyable
Photo of a contemporary separated utility room in Hamilton with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate countertops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and beige worktops.
Avondale
Avondale
Art & Stone GroupArt & Stone Group
Contemporary u-shaped separated utility room in Ottawa with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, a side by side washer and dryer and grey worktops.
Southbank renovation
Southbank renovation
Interior ConceptsInterior Concepts
Stunning kitchen refurbishment in grey and walnut
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped utility room in Melbourne with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, laminate floors, brown floors, grey worktops and a coffered ceiling.
Open plan shaker kitchen and utility room with quartz work top
Open plan shaker kitchen and utility room with quartz work top
Kettle Co. KitchensKettle Co. Kitchens
Two tone 5 piece shaker kitchen utility room Photography Mandy Donneky
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped utility room in Cornwall with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, limestone flooring, beige floors and white worktops.
Inverted Abode
Inverted Abode
Tempus Design Studio Pty LtdTempus Design Studio Pty Ltd
Kath Heke Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, white walls, flat-panel cabinets, granite worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic flooring, white floors and white worktops.
Southbank renovation
Southbank renovation
Interior ConceptsInterior Concepts
Stunning kitchen refurbishment in grey and walnut
Inspiration for a small contemporary u-shaped utility room in Melbourne with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, laminate floors, brown floors, grey worktops and a coffered ceiling.
Ascot Character Home Main Bathroom, Ensuite & Laundry Renovation
Ascot Character Home Main Bathroom, Ensuite & Laundry Renovation
Brisbane Bathroom Renovations Pty LtdBrisbane Bathroom Renovations Pty Ltd
Laundry with patterned floor tiles.
Contemporary galley separated utility room in Brisbane with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic flooring, a concealed washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
WH Frigate
WH Frigate
Wesgrove HomesWesgrove Homes
This extensive renovation consisted of a full kitchen and living area remodel, upscale wine cellar room complete with a floor to ceiling wine display wall, office / guest room, and laundry room. Specific custom cabinetry and millwork, flooring, tile, and lighting, were added to each room to create a contemporary yet lived-in feel. Every detail was carefully chosen to compliment the home owner's style and needs.
Clifton Hill House by Meredith Lee
Clifton Hill House by Meredith Lee
Elizabeth Schiavello PhotographyElizabeth Schiavello Photography
Laundry off kitchen
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Melbourne with a built-in sink, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, concrete flooring, grey floors and white worktops.
Double Void House
Double Void House
Kitty Lee ArchitectureKitty Lee Architecture
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Sydney with a built-in sink, white cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Lambourne residence Wodonga
Lambourne residence Wodonga
Alatalo BrosAlatalo Bros
a spacious laundry with ample storage and direct access to clothesline
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and brown worktops.
Vivienda SIERRA
Vivienda SIERRA
ORIZAOLA arquitectura técnicaORIZAOLA arquitectura técnica
Vivienda unifamilar aislada con especial cuidado del interiorismo: acabados, mobiliario, iluminación y decoración. Diseñada para vivirla y para disfrutar de las excelentes vistas hacia la costa Mediterránea.
Big House on the Prairie
Big House on the Prairie
Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle HomesRodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes
Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, Colorado, USA Interior design, space planning and architectural details converge thoughtfully in this transformative project. A 15-year old, 9,000 sf. home with generic interior finishes and odd layout needed bold, modern, fun and highly functional transformation for a large bustling family. To redefine the soul of this home, texture and light were given primary consideration. Elegant contemporary finishes, a warm color palette and dramatic lighting defined modern style throughout. A cascading chandelier by Stone Lighting in the entry makes a strong entry statement. Walls were removed to allow the kitchen/great/dining room to become a vibrant social center. A minimalist design approach is the perfect backdrop for the diverse art collection. Yet, the home is still highly functional for the entire family. We added windows, fireplaces, water features, and extended the home out to an expansive patio and yard. The cavernous beige basement became an entertaining mecca, with a glowing modern wine-room, full bar, media room, arcade, billiards room and professional gym. Bathrooms were all designed with personality and craftsmanship, featuring unique tiles, floating wood vanities and striking lighting. This project was a 50/50 collaboration between Rodwin Architecture and Kimball Modern
Modern Fingerpull Laundry
Modern Fingerpull Laundry
Tamara Jane KitchensTamara Jane Kitchens
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley separated utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Mountain Modern, Sisters OR
Mountain Modern, Sisters OR
Curtis HomesCurtis Homes
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Portland with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Lane Cove major extension
Lane Cove major extension
SBRGROUPSBRGROUP
Keeping it light and airy, the laundry is functional but also a cheery place to work and clean! Plenty of storage to hide everything.
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Sydney with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.

Contemporary Utility Room with Ceramic Splashback 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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