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Expansive White Utility Room Ideas and Designs

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Traditional hand painted framed kitchen
Traditional hand painted framed kitchen
TulipTulip
Inspiration for an expansive classic u-shaped utility room in Surrey with a built-in sink, all styles of cabinet, grey cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, porcelain flooring, grey floors and purple worktops.
Storage Drawers, Sink and Island in Multi-Purpose Laundry Room
Storage Drawers, Sink and Island in Multi-Purpose Laundry Room
Michelle's InteriorsMichelle's Interiors
Extensive storage and counter space help make laundry chores easier in this multi-purpose laundry room. Front-loading, side-by-side washer and dryer are state-of-the-art. For a personal touch, I framed my client's treasured collection of Norman Rockwell plates and displayed them around the window. The red-edged tile picks up the red accents throughout the room. Photo by Holger Obenaus Photography
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
KitchenSearch.comKitchenSearch.com
Photo of an expansive classic single-wall utility room in Philadelphia with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Silvan Farmhouse Beauty
Silvan Farmhouse Beauty
Smith & Smith KitchensSmith & Smith Kitchens
Natural materials come together so beautifully in this huge, laundry / mud room. Tim Turner Photography
Photo of an expansive rural galley utility room in Melbourne with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, concrete flooring, grey floors, white worktops, grey walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Skyview
Skyview
Kelley Design GroupKelley Design Group
This is an example of an expansive scandi u-shaped utility room in Austin with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and brown worktops.
Asheville 1267 Model Home
Asheville 1267 Model Home
AR Homes by American Eagle BuildersAR Homes by American Eagle Builders
Utility room of the Arthur Rutenberg Homes Asheville 1267 model home built by Greenville, SC home builders, American Eagle Builders.
This is an example of an expansive classic u-shaped utility room in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, blue walls, dark hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Cold Spring Harbor
Cold Spring Harbor
ChangoChango
Advisement + Design - Construction advisement, custom millwork & custom furniture design, interior design & art curation by Chango & Co.
Design ideas for an expansive classic l-shaped utility room in New York with an integrated sink, beaded cabinets, black cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, tonge and groove splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, a timber clad ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Longwoods Transitional
Longwoods Transitional
Frankel Design BuildFrankel Design Build
Photo of an expansive traditional u-shaped separated utility room in Houston with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, brick flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.
The Ultimate Utility and Boot Room
The Ultimate Utility and Boot Room
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
Whether it’s used as a laundry, cloakroom, stashing sports gear or for extra storage space a utility and boot room will help keep your kitchen clutter-free and ensure everything in your busy household is streamlined and organised! Our head designer worked very closely with the clients on this project to create a utility and boot room that worked for all the family needs and made sure there was a place for everything. Masses of smart storage!
Anne Crescent, Brighton
Anne Crescent, Brighton
Key PieceKey Piece
Adrienne Bizzarri Photography
Photo of an 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.
Lake Oswego Modern Estate
Lake Oswego Modern Estate
Grove Custom HomesGrove Custom Homes
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped utility room in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, laminate floors, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, grey worktops and white walls.
Trowbridge 1
Trowbridge 1
La Marco HomesLa Marco Homes
Spacious laundry room
Inspiration for an expansive classic l-shaped separated utility room in Detroit with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.
Tanglewood Multi-Functional Poggenpohl Laundry
Tanglewood Multi-Functional Poggenpohl Laundry
Poggenpohl HoustonPoggenpohl Houston
Joseph Nance Photgraphy
Design ideas for an 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 Spaces
Laundry Spaces
Rachael Elise DesignRachael Elise Design
Expansive u-shaped separated utility room in Dallas with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and a feature wall.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Angela Reynolds DesignsAngela Reynolds Designs
Design ideas for an expansive beach style u-shaped utility room in Miami with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, blue floors and white worktops.
2016 Parade of Homes
2016 Parade of Homes
Designs by Craig VeenkerDesigns by Craig Veenker
Inspiration for an expansive classic u-shaped separated utility room in Salt Lake City with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, a side by side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floors.
Entertain McLean
Entertain McLean
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Morgan Howarth Photography
Photo of an expansive traditional l-shaped separated utility room in DC Metro with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and a submerged sink.
Architectural View Gem
Architectural View Gem
Prime RealtyPrime Realty
Unique opportunity to live your best life in this architectural home. Ideally nestled at the end of a serene cul-de-sac and perfectly situated at the top of a knoll with sweeping mountain, treetop, and sunset views- some of the best in all of Westlake Village! Enter through the sleek mahogany glass door and feel the awe of the grand two story great room with wood-clad vaulted ceilings, dual-sided gas fireplace, custom windows w/motorized blinds, and gleaming hardwood floors. Enjoy luxurious amenities inside this organic flowing floorplan boasting a cozy den, dream kitchen, comfortable dining area, and a masterpiece entertainers yard. Lounge around in the high-end professionally designed outdoor spaces featuring: quality craftsmanship wood fencing, drought tolerant lush landscape and artificial grass, sleek modern hardscape with strategic landscape lighting, built in BBQ island w/ plenty of bar seating and Lynx Pro-Sear Rotisserie Grill, refrigerator, and custom storage, custom designed stone gas firepit, attached post & beam pergola ready for stargazing, cafe lights, and various calming water features—All working together to create a harmoniously serene outdoor living space while simultaneously enjoying 180' views! Lush grassy side yard w/ privacy hedges, playground space and room for a farm to table garden! Open concept luxe kitchen w/SS appliances incl Thermador gas cooktop/hood, Bosch dual ovens, Bosch dishwasher, built in smart microwave, garden casement window, customized maple cabinetry, updated Taj Mahal quartzite island with breakfast bar, and the quintessential built-in coffee/bar station with appliance storage! One bedroom and full bath downstairs with stone flooring and counter. Three upstairs bedrooms, an office/gym, and massive bonus room (with potential for separate living quarters). The two generously sized bedrooms with ample storage and views have access to a fully upgraded sumptuous designer bathroom! The gym/office boasts glass French doors, wood-clad vaulted ceiling + treetop views. The permitted bonus room is a rare unique find and has potential for possible separate living quarters. Bonus Room has a separate entrance with a private staircase, awe-inspiring picture windows, wood-clad ceilings, surround-sound speakers, ceiling fans, wet bar w/fridge, granite counters, under-counter lights, and a built in window seat w/storage. Oversized master suite boasts gorgeous natural light, endless views, lounge area, his/hers walk-in closets, and a rustic spa-like master bath featuring a walk-in shower w/dual heads, frameless glass door + slate flooring. Maple dual sink vanity w/black granite, modern brushed nickel fixtures, sleek lighting, W/C! Ultra efficient laundry room with laundry shoot connecting from upstairs, SS sink, waterfall quartz counters, and built in desk for hobby or work + a picturesque casement window looking out to a private grassy area. Stay organized with the tastefully handcrafted mudroom bench, hooks, shelving and ample storage just off the direct 2 car garage! Nearby the Village Homes clubhouse, tennis & pickle ball courts, ample poolside lounge chairs, tables, and umbrellas, full-sized pool for free swimming and laps, an oversized children's pool perfect for entertaining the kids and guests, complete with lifeguards on duty and a wonderful place to meet your Village Homes neighbors. Nearby parks, schools, shops, hiking, lake, beaches, and more. Live an intentionally inspired life at 2228 Knollcrest — a sprawling architectural gem!
Hamptons House @ Mona Vale
Hamptons House @ Mona Vale
StepUP ConstructionsStepUP Constructions
Photo of an expansive beach style utility room in Sydney with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Estate- Highland, Utah (36)
Estate- Highland, Utah (36)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Joshua Caldwell
Photo of an expansive contemporary utility room in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer and grey worktops.

Expansive White Utility Room 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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