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Eclectic Utility Room with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Crystal Palace kitchen extension
Crystal Palace kitchen extension
Emilie Fournet InteriorsEmilie Fournet Interiors
Caitlin Mogridge
Photo of a small bohemian single-wall laundry cupboard in London with open cabinets, white walls, concrete flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.
Historical Rehab
Historical Rehab
UserUser
Who doesn't love dogs, black and white, and FLOCKED wallpaper??? This laundry room was once part of a back stairwell. Lacquer fold-down table for folding maximizes space and productivity. photo by Eric Hausman
Southampton Place Residence | Modern
Southampton Place Residence | Modern
Dillon Kyle Architects (DKA)Dillon Kyle Architects (DKA)
Photo of a small bohemian u-shaped utility room in Houston with open cabinets, stainless steel worktops, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, grey worktops and an utility sink.
Judith's Whimsical Basement
Judith's Whimsical Basement
Merrick Design and Build Inc.Merrick Design and Build Inc.
David Merrick
Inspiration for a medium sized bohemian l-shaped utility room in DC Metro with a belfast sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, green walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and medium wood cabinets.
Home on Boise Greenbelt
Home on Boise Greenbelt
Studio Boise, LLCStudio Boise, LLC
Photo of a small bohemian galley utility room in Boise with open cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
PAVONIA AVENUE
PAVONIA AVENUE
Hudson Place RealtyHudson Place Realty
Property Marketed by Hudson Place Realty - Style meets substance in this circa 1875 townhouse. Completely renovated & restored in a contemporary, yet warm & welcoming style, 295 Pavonia Avenue is the ultimate home for the 21st century urban family. Set on a 25’ wide lot, this Hamilton Park home offers an ideal open floor plan, 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and a private outdoor oasis. With 3,600 sq. ft. of living space, the owner’s triplex showcases a unique formal dining rotunda, living room with exposed brick and built in entertainment center, powder room and office nook. The upper bedroom floors feature a master suite separate sitting area, large walk-in closet with custom built-ins, a dream bath with an over-sized soaking tub, double vanity, separate shower and water closet. The top floor is its own private retreat complete with bedroom, full bath & large sitting room. Tailor-made for the cooking enthusiast, the chef’s kitchen features a top notch appliance package with 48” Viking refrigerator, Kuppersbusch induction cooktop, built-in double wall oven and Bosch dishwasher, Dacor espresso maker, Viking wine refrigerator, Italian Zebra marble counters and walk-in pantry. A breakfast nook leads out to the large deck and yard for seamless indoor/outdoor entertaining. Other building features include; a handsome façade with distinctive mansard roof, hardwood floors, Lutron lighting, home automation/sound system, 2 zone CAC, 3 zone radiant heat & tremendous storage, A garden level office and large one bedroom apartment with private entrances, round out this spectacular home.
Reforma slow emmme studio lavandería vivienda Las Tablas
Reforma slow emmme studio lavandería vivienda Las Tablas
Emmme StudioEmmme Studio
Este espacio que en un principio podría parecer un espacio perdido y residual en la vivienda pasa a tener un toque especial. Se coloca la zona de lavandería con lavadora y secadora apiladas en un armario visto. Ambas están completadas con un armario cerrado para los elementos de limpieza y una zona abierta con perchero que apoya perfectamente a los electrodomésticos. Además se utiliza un azulejo en la zona húmeda para no tener problemas con el agua. emmme studio
Cottles Bridge
Cottles Bridge
Sally Feeney Interior Design Pty LtdSally Feeney Interior Design Pty Ltd
Hiking gear storage Corrugated iron
Medium sized bohemian single-wall utility room in Melbourne with open cabinets, wood worktops, grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and medium wood cabinets.
Back in Black
Back in Black
23bassi | Studio di architettura23bassi | Studio di architettura
dettaglio della zona lavatrice asciugatrice, contatori e comandi remoti degli impianti, a sinistra dettaglio del porta biancheria. Particolare della lavanderia con letto a scomparsa per la servitù. Un letto che scompare all'occorrenza che può essere utilizzato anche per gli ospiti il sistema integrato a ribalta permette di avere il letto completamente nascosto e non visible foto marco Curatolo foto marco Curatolo
Parade of Homes
Parade of Homes
Ercanbrack DesignErcanbrack Design
This is an example of a medium sized eclectic separated utility room in Salt Lake City with open cabinets, quartz worktops, white walls and slate flooring.
Snellville Addition + Renovation
Snellville Addition + Renovation
Hall Design BuildHall Design Build
This laundry room is also connected to the pantry and was an addition in the scope of the project
Large bohemian galley utility room in Atlanta with open cabinets, white walls, vinyl flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Armstrong - Engineered Stone
Dannburg Floor CoveringsDannburg Floor Coverings
This is an example of a large bohemian single-wall utility room in Calgary with open cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Scandi House
Scandi House
SG2 architects + interiorsSG2 architects + interiors
Photos: SG2 design
Medium sized eclectic galley separated utility room in Melbourne with an integrated sink, open cabinets, beige cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Gym/Yoga Studio
Gym/Yoga Studio
Anima Lunar CollectiveAnima Lunar Collective
Gym & Yoga Studio In this project we created a multi-functional space. It was important to balance the energy flow in the space as the client wanted to be able to achieve high intensity training and also to relax unwind. We introduced large windows and sliding doors to allow the energy to flow through the building. Another challenge was introducing storage while not overcrowding the space. We achieved this by building a small second level platform which is accessible via retractable steps. Our choice of palette supported the clients request for a multifunctional space, we brought in a balance of elements focusing predominately on water and wood. This also enhances and ties in the beautiful lush green landscape connecting to the Biophilic theory that we can connect to co-regulate with nature. This project included the full interior package. This is a restorative space that positively impact health and wellbeing using Holistic Interior Design.
New "Old" House
New "Old" House
Lafontaine Design Studio LLCLafontaine Design Studio LLC
This is an example of a bohemian utility room in New York with an utility sink, open cabinets, marble worktops, orange walls and terracotta flooring.
New "Old" House
New "Old" House
Lafontaine Design Studio LLCLafontaine Design Studio LLC
Eclectic utility room in New York with an utility sink, open cabinets, marble worktops, orange walls and terracotta flooring.
Appartement bohème Saumur
Appartement bohème Saumur
Oz & BabyloneOz & Babylone
au sol , carreaux en grès cérame, murs peints en Ressource coloris Karachi.
This is an example of a small bohemian single-wall separated utility room in Angers with open cabinets, wood worktops, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Snellville Addition + Renovation
Snellville Addition + Renovation
Hall Design BuildHall Design Build
This pantry is connected to the laundry area and was an addition in the scope of the project
Design ideas for a large bohemian galley utility room in Atlanta with open cabinets, white walls, vinyl flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Scandi House
Scandi House
SG2 architects + interiorsSG2 architects + interiors
Photo: SG2 design
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian galley separated utility room with an integrated sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Scandi House
Scandi House
SG2 architects + interiorsSG2 architects + interiors
Photos: SG2 design
This is an example of a medium sized bohemian galley separated utility room in Melbourne with an integrated sink, open cabinets, beige cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.

Eclectic Utility Room with Open Cabinets Ideas and Designs

A well designed eclectic 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 eclectic utility design.

What do I need in my eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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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