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Expansive Utility Room with Flat-panel Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Tanglewood Multi-Functional Poggenpohl Laundry
Tanglewood Multi-Functional Poggenpohl Laundry
Poggenpohl HoustonPoggenpohl Houston
hang up space in laundry room by Cheryl Carpenter with Poggepohl Joseph Nance Photography
Expansive modern u-shaped separated utility room in Houston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, ceramic flooring, grey cabinets and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry
Laundry
Kylie SargentKylie Sargent
Laundry Room
Photo of an expansive contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Geelong with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls and concrete flooring.
Hi-Tec Ranch
Hi-Tec Ranch
April BallietteApril Balliette
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary u-shaped separated utility room in Tampa with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, white worktops and wallpapered walls.
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
John Webb Construction and DesignJohn Webb Construction and Design
Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.
Mud Room : The Cadence : 2018 Parade of Homes
Mud Room : The Cadence : 2018 Parade of Homes
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint Colors by Sherwin Williams Interior Body Color : Agreeable Gray SW 7029 Interior Trim Color : Northwood Cabinets’ Eggshell Flooring & Tile Supplied by Macadam Floor & Design Floor Tile by Emser Tile Floor Tile Product : Formwork in Bond Backsplash Tile by Daltile Backsplash Product : Daintree Exotics Carerra in Maniscalo Slab Countertops by Wall to Wall Stone Countertop Product : Caesarstone Blizzard Faucets by Delta Faucet Sinks by Decolav Appliances by Maytag Cabinets by Northwood Cabinets Exposed Beams & Built-In Cabinetry Colors : Jute Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Product : StyleLine Series Windows Supplied by Troyco Interior Design by Creative Interiors & Design Lighting by Globe Lighting / Destination Lighting Doors by Western Pacific Building Materials
Lake House
Lake House
Homecorp - Sandy TabacinicHomecorp - Sandy Tabacinic
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Dallas with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Küche extra matt
Küche extra matt
Holz TotalHolz Total
Ulrike Harbach
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped utility room in Dortmund with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, wood splashback, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and grey worktops.
28- Park City, Utah Residence
28- Park City, Utah Residence
Masterpiece Millwork & DoorMasterpiece Millwork & Door
Alan Blakely
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets and beige cabinets.
Anne Crescent, Brighton
Anne Crescent, Brighton
Key PieceKey Piece
Expansive beach style single-wall separated utility room in Melbourne with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Lorne Park Residence
Lorne Park Residence
MILLWORXMILLWORX
Mark Anthony Studios
Inspiration for an expansive modern l-shaped utility room in Toronto with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey walls, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
A Contemporary Estate with a Brazilian Feel
A Contemporary Estate with a Brazilian Feel
Shuster Design AssociatesShuster Design Associates
The laundry room allows ample space to complete any task large or small.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley separated utility room in Miami with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, yellow walls, slate flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Lake Carillon Estate Home
Lake Carillon Estate Home
Atwood Custom HomesAtwood Custom Homes
This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped utility room in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls and ceramic flooring.
Penthouse 2 at Trump Hollywood
Penthouse 2 at Trump Hollywood
Natalia Neverko DesignNatalia Neverko Design
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary u-shaped utility room in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, porcelain flooring and a concealed washer and dryer.
Cambria Whitehall Kitchen and much more
Cambria Whitehall Kitchen and much more
Creative Surfaces Countertops & TileCreative Surfaces Countertops & Tile
Let's take a walk through this contemporary home build on a golf course. Throughout the home we used Cambria quartz countertops. The focal point is the u-shaped kitchen that showcase Cambria Whitehall countertops. The pantry and laundry just off the kitchen also feature Whitehall. Move to the master suite and you'll find Cambria Whitney on the bathroom countertops. The lower level entertainment area showcases Cambria Whitehall however the bathrooms feature Cambria Torquay and Cambria Montgomery with a mitered edge.
Ridgeside Renovation
Ridgeside Renovation
EPG Homes, LLCEPG Homes, LLC
Work completed by homebuilder EPG Homes, Chattanooga, TN
Photo of an expansive traditional u-shaped utility room in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, green walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and black worktops.
House Remodel - Waimea
House Remodel - Waimea
Zambeck ConstructionZambeck Construction
Designs Solution
Photo of an expansive modern single-wall utility room in Hawaii with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Style Manitoba Feature 2018
Style Manitoba Feature 2018
Pine Creek HomesPine Creek Homes
Laundry room with a custom walkthrough doggie door. Lined with bright and clean cabinetry.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and beige worktops.
NW Lovejoy st - P6
NW Lovejoy st - P6
Portland building and remodelingPortland building and remodeling
enter into the laundry/mudroom from the garage. tile floors make it easy to clean, and there is tons of storage for the whole family.
Design ideas for an expansive modern galley utility room in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Laundry + Mud Room
Laundry + Mud Room
Ware Architecture StudioWare Architecture Studio
Ginny Avants
Expansive modern galley utility room in Dallas with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and composite countertops.
Rustic Laundry
Rustic Laundry
Lustig Custom CabinetsLustig Custom Cabinets
Ample cabinetry surrounds the front loading washer & dryer units. Mandi B Photography
Inspiration for an expansive rustic u-shaped utility room in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.

Expansive Utility Room with Flat-panel Cabinets Ideas and Designs

A well designed 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 utility design.

What do I need in my 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 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 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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