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Contemporary Utility Room with Flat-panel Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Rickmansworth Property Development
Rickmansworth Property Development
Chantel Elshout StudioChantel Elshout Studio
Contemporary laundry and utility room in Cashmere with Wenge effect worktops. Elevated Miele washing machine and tumble dryer with pull-out shelf below for easy changeover of loads.
BOSCH Compact Laundry Room
BOSCH Compact Laundry Room
K&N Appliance GalleryK&N Appliance Gallery
The pop of color really brightens up this small laundry space!
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Houston with flat-panel cabinets, laminate countertops, multi-coloured walls, a stacked washer and dryer and blue cabinets.
Riverview residence (Part 2)
Riverview residence (Part 2)
Square Inch DesignSquare Inch Design
photography: Viktor Ramos
Small contemporary galley separated utility room in Cincinnati with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain flooring, grey floors and white worktops.
Mulberry Modern
Mulberry Modern
Insignia HomesInsignia Homes
Contemporary l-shaped utility room in Grand Rapids with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and grey worktops.
Nepean
Nepean
Distinct Innovations Pty LtdDistinct Innovations Pty Ltd
Built on the beautiful Nepean River in Penrith overlooking the Blue Mountains. Capturing the water and mountain views were imperative as well as achieving a design that catered for the hot summers and cold winters in Western Sydney. Before we could embark on design, pre-lodgement meetings were held with the head of planning to discuss all the environmental constraints surrounding the property. The biggest issue was potential flooding. Engineering flood reports were prepared prior to designing so we could design the correct floor levels to avoid the property from future flood waters. The design was created to capture as much of the winter sun as possible and blocking majority of the summer sun. This is an entertainer's home, with large easy flowing living spaces to provide the occupants with a certain casualness about the space but when you look in detail you will see the sophistication and quality finishes the owner was wanting to achieve. ​
Karaka Lifestyle Laundry
Karaka Lifestyle Laundry
Du Bois Design LtdDu Bois Design Ltd
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Auckland with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and grey worktops.
Crooked Lane
Crooked Lane
MohmentMohment
Large contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Dallas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors, white worktops and orange splashback.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Meyer DesignMeyer Design
Spacious Laundry room with abundant storage, drop-down hanging bars, and built-in washer & dryer. Photos: Reel Tour Media
Large contemporary separated utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and porcelain flooring.
Clausen: Byron Center, MI
Clausen: Byron Center, MI
Celebrity Builders, LLCCelebrity Builders, LLC
Photos by Kaity
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Grand Rapids with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
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'
McRae Mews
McRae Mews
Hungerford Interior DesignHungerford Interior Design
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Vancouver with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Fox Point Residence
Fox Point Residence
FoxLin ArchitectsFoxLin Architects
Doug Edmunds
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall utility room in Milwaukee with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors, grey worktops and a feature wall.
Cocina Serie 45 Blanco Fenix de Dica
Cocina Serie 45 Blanco Fenix de Dica
Inaki Caperochipi PhotographyInaki Caperochipi Photography
Inaki Caperochipi Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and a stacked washer and dryer.
The Allen - Leichhardt
The Allen - Leichhardt
Red Lion ConstructionsRed Lion Constructions
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary utility room in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and a stacked washer and dryer.
SE PDX Basement ADU
SE PDX Basement ADU
Right Arm ConstructionRight Arm Construction
Renovation of existing basement space as a completely separate ADU (accessory dwelling unit) registered with the City of Portland. Clients plan to use the new space for short term rentals and potentially a rental on Airbnb. Kuda Photography
Pantry
Pantry
Mulberry's Design HouseMulberry's Design House
Photo of a medium sized contemporary separated utility room in Calgary with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Contemporary Utility Room
Contemporary Utility Room
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped utility room in London with flat-panel cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white cabinets.
Central Residence
Central Residence
Dylan Barber Building DesignDylan Barber Building Design
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Geelong with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
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.
Natural Laundry Room
Natural Laundry Room
Brilliant SABrilliant SA
Designed by Jordan Smith of Brilliant SA and built by the BSA team. Copyright Brilliant SA
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, flat-panel cabinets, grey floors and white worktops.

Contemporary Utility Room with Flat-panel 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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