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Contemporary Utility Room with Terrazzo Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Coburg Frieze
Coburg Frieze
Mihaly SlocombeMihaly Slocombe
Coburg Frieze is a purified design that questions what’s really needed. The interwar property was transformed into a long-term family home that celebrates lifestyle and connection to the owners’ much-loved garden. Prioritising quality over quantity, the crafted extension adds just 25sqm of meticulously considered space to our clients’ home, honouring Dieter Rams’ enduring philosophy of “less, but better”. We reprogrammed the original floorplan to marry each room with its best functional match – allowing an enhanced flow of the home, while liberating budget for the extension’s shared spaces. Though modestly proportioned, the new communal areas are smoothly functional, rich in materiality, and tailored to our clients’ passions. Shielding the house’s rear from harsh western sun, a covered deck creates a protected threshold space to encourage outdoor play and interaction with the garden. This charming home is big on the little things; creating considered spaces that have a positive effect on daily life.
Fulton
Fulton
Interiors For Modern LivingInteriors For Modern Living
Photography by: Bob Jansons H&H Productions
This is an example of a contemporary utility room in San Francisco with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo worktops, a side by side washer and dryer, turquoise worktops and white walls.
Middle Harbour House
Middle Harbour House
Richard Cole ArchitectureRichard Cole Architecture
Simon Wood
Large contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo worktops, white walls, limestone flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Paerata 3
Paerata 3
Jessica Chloe PhotographyJessica Chloe Photography
Clean, neutral elements express a tidy and calm place to get the laundry done
Medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Auckland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, terrazzo worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Narooma St, Moorabbin
Narooma St, Moorabbin
M.J.Harris GroupM.J.Harris Group
A bathroom and laundry renovation showcasing the perfect balance of colourful and calm, with curves throughout accentuating the softness of the space
Medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with green cabinets, terrazzo worktops, green splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white worktops.
Rustic Home Remodel
Rustic Home Remodel
McCue Construction, Inc.McCue Construction, Inc.
Medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, white walls, ceramic flooring, beige floors, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo worktops and a side by side washer and dryer.
Campbell House
Campbell House
Marie Hebson's interiorsBYDESIGN Inc.Marie Hebson's interiorsBYDESIGN Inc.
custom designed opaque glass inserts say "WASH SORT DRY" C. Marie Hebson
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Edmonton with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Oakes Laundry Room 01
Oakes Laundry Room 01
Classic CarpentryClassic Carpentry
Photo of a large contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Toronto with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo worktops, grey walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Home Transformation in Randwick
Home Transformation in Randwick
Y Group DevelopmentsY Group Developments
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Sydney with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo worktops, grey splashback, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and grey worktops.
Northcote Residence II
Northcote Residence II
Project 12 ArchitectureProject 12 Architecture
Contemporary galley utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, green cabinets, terrazzo worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Narooma St, Moorabbin
Narooma St, Moorabbin
M.J.Harris GroupM.J.Harris Group
A bathroom and laundry renovation showcasing the perfect balance of colourful and calm, with curves throughout accentuating the softness of the space
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with green cabinets, terrazzo worktops, green splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white worktops.
Rustic Home Remodel
Rustic Home Remodel
McCue Construction, Inc.McCue Construction, Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Narooma St, Moorabbin
Narooma St, Moorabbin
M.J.Harris GroupM.J.Harris Group
A bathroom and laundry renovation showcasing the perfect balance of colourful and calm, with curves throughout accentuating the softness of the space
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with green cabinets, terrazzo worktops, green splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white worktops.
Narooma St, Moorabbin
Narooma St, Moorabbin
M.J.Harris GroupM.J.Harris Group
A bathroom and laundry renovation showcasing the perfect balance of colourful and calm, with curves throughout accentuating the softness of the space
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with green cabinets, terrazzo worktops, green splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white worktops.
Narooma St, Moorabbin
Narooma St, Moorabbin
M.J.Harris GroupM.J.Harris Group
A bathroom and laundry renovation showcasing the perfect balance of colourful and calm, with curves throughout accentuating the softness of the space
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with green cabinets, terrazzo worktops, green splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white worktops.

Contemporary Utility Room with Terrazzo 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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