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Mud & Laundry Room Makeover
Mud & Laundry Room Makeover
Excel Interior Concepts & ConstructionExcel Interior Concepts & Construction
An entry area to the home, this family laundry room became a catch-all for coats, bags and shoes. It also served as the laundry hub with a collection of portable drying racks, storage shelves and furniture that did not optimize the available space and layout. The new design made the most of the unique space and delivered an organized and attractive mud and laundry room with bench seating, hooks for hanging jackets and laundry needs, integrated wall drying racks, and lots of convenient storage.
Mudroom - Next Level Ranch
Mudroom - Next Level Ranch
Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLCHierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC
The laundry room / mudroom in this updated 1940's Custom Cape Ranch features a Custom Millwork mudroom closet and shaker cabinets. The classically detailed arched doorways and original wainscot paneling in the living room, dining room, stair hall and bedrooms were kept and refinished, as were the many original red brick fireplaces found in most rooms. These and other Traditional features were kept to balance the contemporary renovations resulting in a Transitional style throughout the home. Large windows and French doors were added to allow ample natural light to enter the home. The mainly white interior enhances this light and brightens a previously dark home. Architect: T.J. Costello - Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC Interior Designer: Helena Clunies-Ross
Design Ideas Featuring Inspired Closets
Design Ideas Featuring Inspired Closets
Inspired Closets by Organized SpacesInspired Closets by Organized Spaces
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Seattle with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, carpet, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Harbor Breeze
Harbor Breeze
Hollingsworth CabinetryHollingsworth Cabinetry
This is an example of a traditional utility room in Wilmington.
Colorado
Colorado
Mighty Oak BuildersMighty Oak Builders
Inset tile floor detail in laundry room.
Design ideas for a small classic separated utility room in Nashville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
NWHBA Parade of Homes 2017
NWHBA Parade of Homes 2017
Elite Craft HomesElite Craft Homes
Inspiration for a country utility room in Salt Lake City with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, beige walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Westport Antique Colonial Renovation
Westport Antique Colonial Renovation
Domus Constructors, LLC.Domus Constructors, LLC.
Jim Fuhrmann Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized classic single-wall utility room in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, brick flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
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B.C.D. Architectural WorksB.C.D. Architectural Works
PHOTOS: MIKE GULLION
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Fort Langley Custom Home Major St
Fort Langley Custom Home Major St
F. M. Construction LtdF. M. Construction Ltd
second floor laundry room
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Vancouver with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Farmhouse Laundry in Downers Grove
Farmhouse Laundry in Downers Grove
Wheatland Custom Cabinetry & WoodworkWheatland Custom Cabinetry & Woodwork
Elizabeth Steiner Photography
This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse u-shaped utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Celestine Ave - Laundry Room
Celestine Ave - Laundry Room
Smart SpaceSmart Space
Inspiration for a country single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white floors.
2017 Spring Remodelers Showcase
2017 Spring Remodelers Showcase
Knight Construction Design Inc.Knight Construction Design Inc.
Small rural single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, white cabinets, laminate countertops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.
2016 Parade of Homes
2016 Parade of Homes
BOB WEBB HOMESBOB WEBB HOMES
Inspiration for a traditional utility room in Columbus.
Austin floor plan built in Wexford, PA
Austin floor plan built in Wexford, PA
Infinity Custom Homes, LPInfinity Custom Homes, LP
Nora Best
This is an example of a country utility room in Other.
"Cool" Under Cabinet Lighting in the Laundry Room - 100% DIY
"Cool" Under Cabinet Lighting in the Laundry Room - 100% DIY
Black & DeckerBlack & Decker
Work, think and create under vibrant, high-energy lighting that fosters a clean and efficient atmosphere. Ideal for use as task or accent lighting around the home or office in kitchens, laundry rooms, closets, vanities, garages, work spaces and more.
A 'Floor' of One's Own
A 'Floor' of One's Own
CRD Design BuildCRD Design Build
Brian Hartman
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Seattle with white walls, concrete flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Golf Links Drive - Complete Reno - Aurora, ON
Golf Links Drive - Complete Reno - Aurora, ON
Salerno Kitchens Inc.Salerno Kitchens Inc.
Laundry Room
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Toronto with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate countertops, grey walls, porcelain flooring and an integrated washer and dryer.
Builder's Own Dream Home
Builder's Own Dream Home
Hamilton-Gray Design, Inc.Hamilton-Gray Design, Inc.
Dennis Mayer Photography
Photo of a large traditional galley utility room in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and a concealed washer and dryer.
Contemporary Country House in Berkshire
Contemporary Country House in Berkshire
Lucy Crockett DesignLucy Crockett Design
Michael Crockett Photography
Small contemporary galley utility room in Berkshire with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate countertops, vinyl flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Laurie Trinch InteriorsLaurie Trinch Interiors
Laurie Trinch Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized traditional l-shaped separated utility room in Detroit with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.

Grey 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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