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Contemporary Utility Room with Recessed-panel Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Eclectic Glam
Eclectic Glam
City Homes, LLCCity Homes, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, black worktops and a built-in sink.
3587 Altadena Park
3587 Altadena Park
Wedgworth CompaniesWedgworth Companies
Photo of a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Birmingham with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, beige floors and beige worktops.
HAUGHTON RESIDENCE
HAUGHTON RESIDENCE
MarvinMarvin
With a design inspired by using sustainable materials, the owner of this contemporary home in Haughton, LA, wanted to achieve a modern exterior without sacrificing thermal performance and energy efficiency. The architect’s design called for spacious, light-filled rooms with walls of windows and doors to showcase the homeowner’s art collection. LEED® was also considered during the design and construction of the home. Critical to the project’s success was window availability with short lead times.
Cooparoo
Cooparoo
Porch Light InteriorsPorch Light Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped utility room in Brisbane with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Dallas | Avalon | Master Bath
Dallas | Avalon | Master Bath
Kitchen Design ConceptsKitchen Design Concepts
This master bathroom was partially an old hall bath that was able to be enlarged due to a whole home addition. The homeowners needed a space to spread out and relax after a long day of working on other people's homes (yes - they do what we do!) A spacious floor plan, large tub, over-sized walk in shower, a smart commode, and customized enlarged vanity did the trick! The cabinets are from WW Woods Shiloh inset, in their furniture collection. Maple with a Naval paint color make a bold pop of color in the space. Robern cabinets double as storage and mirrors at each vanity sink. The master closet is fully customized and outfitted with cabinetry from California Closets. The tile is all a Calacatta Gold Marble - herringbone mosaic on the floor and a subway in the shower. Golden and brass tones in the plumbing bring warmth to the space. The vanity faucets, shower items, tub filler, and accessories are from Watermark. The commode is "smart" and from Toto.
4302 CHUKA DR - SHOWHOME IN THE CREEKS DEVELOPMENT
4302 CHUKA DR - SHOWHOME IN THE CREEKS DEVELOPMENT
Munro Homes Ltd.Munro Homes Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Other with white cabinets, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, composite countertops and porcelain flooring.
Sykesville, MD Laundry Room Remodel
Sykesville, MD Laundry Room Remodel
Cabinet Discounters, Inc.Cabinet Discounters, Inc.
This laundry room features Brighton Cabinetry with Cascade door style and Maple Cadet color. The countertops are Cambria Swanbridge quartz.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Baltimore with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, white worktops and wallpapered walls.
Ponte Vedra New Construction
Ponte Vedra New Construction
Stewart LightingStewart Lighting
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary utility room in Jacksonville with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, brick flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and red floors.
Casa Linda Laundry Room
Casa Linda Laundry Room
Sardone | McLain ConstructionSardone | McLain Construction
Much needed laundry room update, enlarged space, added more storage, tile backsplash
Design ideas for a large contemporary utility room in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and brown worktops.
Contemporary Custom Home with Opposing Garages
Contemporary Custom Home with Opposing Garages
Tundra HomesTundra Homes
Medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
DryAway: 4 Frames - Custom Cabinet (White) - Contemporary
DryAway: 4 Frames - Custom Cabinet (White) - Contemporary
DryAway by Jilidoni DesignsDryAway by Jilidoni Designs
DryAway frames pull out easily to allow you to load your wash on the height adjustable cloth rods.
Design ideas for a contemporary galley utility room in Milwaukee with white cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.
Hidden Bridge
Hidden Bridge
PB BuiltPB Built
Contemporary Style Architectural Photography - Ron Rosenzweig
Photo of a large contemporary single-wall utility room in Miami with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, beige walls, marble flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry/Utility Room
Laundry/Utility Room
Davic ConstructionDavic Construction
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in San Diego with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
La Jolla Hills
La Jolla Hills
Coastal Home Design StudioCoastal Home Design Studio
Re-designed laundry room space for better function and asthetics.
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in San Diego with a submerged sink, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops and dark wood cabinets.
Philharmonic House of Design 2019
Philharmonic House of Design 2019
Pacific Coast Custom DesignPacific Coast Custom Design
Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Orange County with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Mud Room
Mud Room
Chaffey Building GroupChaffey Building Group
Photo Credit: Matt Edington
Contemporary galley utility room in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige walls, porcelain flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Philharmonic House of Design 2019
Philharmonic House of Design 2019
Pacific Coast Custom DesignPacific Coast Custom Design
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley utility room in Orange County with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Bootroom and Laundry Furniture
Bootroom and Laundry Furniture
Newcastle DesignNewcastle Design
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Blowing Rock // Laundry Room
Blowing Rock // Laundry Room
High Country Cabinets of Banner ElkHigh Country Cabinets of Banner Elk
Small contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Charlotte with beige cabinets, laminate countertops, a side by side washer and dryer, blue walls, ceramic flooring and recessed-panel cabinets.
Arts & Crafts Flat Remodel – Laundry Room Remodel (Golden Gate Heights)
Arts & Crafts Flat Remodel – Laundry Room Remodel (Golden Gate Heights)
Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.
Laundry room developed as part of flat remodel and reconfiguration.
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.

Contemporary Utility Room with Recessed-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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