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L-shaped Utility Room with Multicoloured Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Midwest Mediterranean
Midwest Mediterranean
Coyle Carpet One Floor & HomeCoyle Carpet One Floor & Home
Laundry room floor tile: 8x8 Casablanca - Market
Inspiration for a mediterranean l-shaped utility room with brown cabinets, engineered stone countertops, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
Loads of Fun!
Loads of Fun!
Just BasementsJust Basements
This laundry room is the thing dreams are made of. When finishing a basement, often much of the original storage space gets used up in finished areas. We remedied this with plenty of built-in storage for everything from wrapping paper to cleaning supplies. The cabinets include a dirty laundry drawer and pantry to accommodate a clothes steamer.
Prior Lake Whole House Remodel
Prior Lake Whole House Remodel
TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+BuildersTreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders
Photo of an expansive classic l-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
#Seaside Beauty
#Seaside Beauty
Angie Keyes CKBDAngie Keyes CKBD
This Condo has been in the family since it was first built. And it was in desperate need of being renovated. The kitchen was isolated from the rest of the condo. The laundry space was an old pantry that was converted. We needed to open up the kitchen to living space to make the space feel larger. By changing the entrance to the first guest bedroom and turn in a den with a wonderful walk in owners closet. Then we removed the old owners closet, adding that space to the guest bath to allow us to make the shower bigger. In addition giving the vanity more space. The rest of the condo was updated. The master bath again was tight, but by removing walls and changing door swings we were able to make it functional and beautiful all that the same time.
Lights and Darks
Lights and Darks
Kelly Scanlon Interior DesignKelly Scanlon Interior Design
Check out the laundry details as well. The beloved house cats claimed the entire corner of cabinetry for the ultimate maze (and clever litter box concealment).
Stunning Transitional Home in McLean, Virginia
Stunning Transitional Home in McLean, Virginia
Abbey Design + RemodelAbbey Design + Remodel
This is an example of a medium sized traditional l-shaped utility room in DC Metro with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.
Cove Remodel
Cove Remodel
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Design ideas for a large coastal l-shaped separated utility room in Salt Lake City with grey cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Brookhaven Walk Way #2
Brookhaven Walk Way #2
Custom Design Kitchens, Inc.Custom Design Kitchens, Inc.
214 Photography, Custom Cabinets, Laundry
Design ideas for a nautical l-shaped separated utility room in Atlanta with grey cabinets, white walls, multi-coloured floors, multicoloured worktops and recessed-panel cabinets.
The Chapman
The Chapman
Kessler Construction LLCKessler Construction LLC
Custom laundry room with a utility sink and side by side washer dryer.
Medium sized classic l-shaped separated utility room with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.
Contemporary Ranch with a Pool
Contemporary Ranch with a Pool
Duke Homes, Inc.Duke Homes, Inc.
The clean white-on-white finishes of the home's kitchen are carried into the laundry room.
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Indianapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Steph Gaelick DesignsSteph Gaelick Designs
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped utility room in New York with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and multicoloured worktops.
Bonita Springs - Seaboard Model
Bonita Springs - Seaboard Model
Fortress Custom Builders, LLCFortress Custom Builders, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized modern l-shaped separated utility room in Miami with grey walls, porcelain flooring, beige floors, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, a side by side washer and dryer and multicoloured worktops.
Cove Remodel
Cove Remodel
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Large nautical l-shaped separated utility room in Salt Lake City with grey cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Willow Wind Custom Family Home
Willow Wind Custom Family Home
Kustom Home DesignKustom Home Design
Kimberly Kerl, KH Design
Large classic l-shaped separated utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
1041 EL
1041 EL
Weaver Custom HomesWeaver Custom Homes
Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped utility room in Columbus with green walls, grey floors, a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, distressed cabinets, brown splashback, a side by side washer and dryer and multicoloured worktops.
Rustic Basement Retreat-Toledo, OH
Rustic Basement Retreat-Toledo, OH
Ciboro ConstructionCiboro Construction
Anna Ciboro
Medium sized rustic l-shaped separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, vinyl flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Hampshire Cottage
Hampshire Cottage
Chris SnookChris Snook
Chris Snook © 2017 Houzz
Bohemian l-shaped separated utility room in London with shaker cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer and multicoloured worktops.
Daydreaming on Daniels
Daydreaming on Daniels
Midtown Custom Homes, LLCMidtown Custom Homes, LLC
Stephen Thrift
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped separated utility room in Raleigh with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Family Home with Expansive Living Areas
Family Home with Expansive Living Areas
Duke Homes, Inc.Duke Homes, Inc.
The custom laundry features a built-in dog crate for the home's furry residents.
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Indianapolis with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Campsie
Campsie
Love Coming HomeLove Coming Home
Existing laundry and wc gutted, wall removed to open up space for a functioning laundry and bathroom space. New flooring and ceiling with down lights

L-shaped Utility Room with Multicoloured Worktops 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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