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Budget Green Utility Room Ideas and Designs

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A Tiny Space with Big Renovations
A Tiny Space with Big Renovations
Alphen ConstructionAlphen Construction
Renovated bathroom with built in washer/dryer combination unit.
Small contemporary utility room in Melbourne with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls and ceramic flooring.
Laundry/Mudroom Organization
Laundry/Mudroom Organization
Room RedefinedRoom Redefined
Even the pet supplies have an easy-to-access "home" in the turn-table on the counter. Lucky dog! Room Redefined decluttered the space, and did a lot of space planning to make sure it had good flow for all of the functions. Intentional use of organization products, including shelf-dividers, shelf-labels, colorful bins, wall organization to take advantage of vertical space, and cubby storage maximize functionality. We supported the process through removal of unwanted items, product sourcing and installation. We continue to work with this family to maintain the space as their needs change over time. Working with a professional organizer for your home organization projects ensures a great outcome and removes the stress!
2,600 SF: 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath - Driftwood Style Kitchen
2,600 SF: 3 Bedroom, 3 Bath - Driftwood Style Kitchen
Radd Builders Inc.Radd Builders Inc.
Southmeadow Productions
This is an example of a large contemporary galley utility room in Tampa with a submerged sink, engineered stone countertops and medium hardwood flooring.
Modern Simplicity
Modern Simplicity
SH interiorsSH interiors
Modern laundry room with under counter washer and dryer. Granite counter and large scale porcelain tiles for walls and floors.
Photo of a large modern galley separated utility room in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Victorian Utility Room
Victorian Utility Room
LNDesignsLNDesigns
This reconfiguration project was a classic case of rooms not fit for purpose, with the back door leading directly into a home-office (not very productive when the family are in and out), so we reconfigured the spaces and the office became a utility room. The area was kept tidy and clean with inbuilt cupboards, stacking the washer and tumble drier to save space. The Belfast sink was saved from the old utility room and complemented with beautiful Victorian-style mosaic flooring. Now the family can kick off their boots and hang up their coats at the back door without muddying the house up!
Kostner Project
Kostner Project
Cobblestone Remodeling Inc.Cobblestone Remodeling Inc.
Dan Di Nanno
Photo of a small modern single-wall laundry cupboard in Chicago with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Laundry Rooms
Laundry Rooms
Closet King LLCCloset King LLC
Raised panel doors above washer/dryer.
Inspiration for a medium sized modern single-wall separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Cedar West
Cedar West
Tim Schollaart Builder LLCTim Schollaart Builder LLC
This is an example of a small classic galley separated utility room in Grand Rapids with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate countertops, yellow walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Arctic
Arctic
Longley KitchensLongley Kitchens
This is an example of a small classic single-wall utility room in Miami with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
SP+3 - Ristrutturazione completa a Milano
SP+3 - Ristrutturazione completa a Milano
Maria Antonietta GiuliiMaria Antonietta Giulii
Small contemporary galley separated utility room in Milan with flat-panel cabinets, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and panelled walls.
rénovation d'une maison à Paris
rénovation d'une maison à Paris
Atelier Pierre-louis GerlierAtelier Pierre-louis Gerlier
buanderie avec mur à la chaux,
Medium sized contemporary utility room in Paris with flat-panel cabinets.
Proyecto de Interiorismo Residencial Rio Real
Proyecto de Interiorismo Residencial Rio Real
DISIGHTDISIGHT
This is an example of a small retro l-shaped utility room in Madrid with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and white walls.
Utility Room - Interior Design and Styling
Utility Room - Interior Design and Styling
J Stanley InteriorsJ Stanley Interiors
Small traditional u-shaped utility room in London with green walls and wallpapered walls.
Laundries
Laundries
Your Design Kitchens and BathroomsYour Design Kitchens and Bathrooms
Modern looking laundry with large benchtop
Photo of a medium sized modern single-wall separated utility room in Brisbane with an utility sink, laminate countertops and a side by side washer and dryer.
laundry room
laundry room
ultimate closetultimate closet
Inspiration for a large single-wall separated utility room in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops and a side by side washer and dryer.
Easy Peasy and Inexpensive Laundry Room Makeover!
Easy Peasy and Inexpensive Laundry Room Makeover!
Natural Places Interiors Staging and Redesign LLCNatural Places Interiors Staging and Redesign LLC
Before-this space was just "okay" but uninspiring as well as not maximizing potential of the 7' x 7' room. When homeowner placed laundry on top of machines, it would "jiggle off" into the deep crevasse behind....can you relate?Wendy Geise
Amaloka Rural Home, una casa rural en Turtzioz, con mucho encanto.
Amaloka Rural Home, una casa rural en Turtzioz, con mucho encanto.
osvaldoperezosvaldoperez
Small rustic separated utility room in Other.
Laundry Room Cabinets
Laundry Room Cabinets
Montgomery Cabinetry Co. Inc.Montgomery Cabinetry Co. Inc.
In the laundry room custom panels were built to accomodate the new front loading washer and dryer.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic utility room in Miami.
Seconda giovinezza!!
Seconda giovinezza!!
360° Projects360° Projects
This is an example of a small contemporary galley utility room in Turin with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, composite countertops, multi-coloured walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
West Hills Laundry
West Hills Laundry
Closets by McKenryClosets by McKenry
This is the best way to de-clutter your laundry room. Signature rod to hang clothes. Adjustable shelves, doors, and white finish with sterling silver handles.

Budget Green 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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