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Large Laundry Cupboard Ideas and Designs

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Hamptons on the Canals
Hamptons on the Canals
Rich Construction WARich Construction WA
Design ideas for a large galley laundry cupboard in Perth with raised-panel cabinets, all types of cabinet finish, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, vinyl flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, all types of ceiling, all types of wall treatment and feature lighting.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
A Better ClosetA Better Closet
Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped laundry cupboard in Birmingham with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a side by side washer and dryer and dark hardwood flooring.
Bespoke Utility Storage Area
Bespoke Utility Storage Area
Fitted Interiors by LimeFitted Interiors by Lime
Earlier this year we received a call from a ‘Mum to be’ asking if we could help with a design for a bespoke Utility Area. There were two pressing needs that this design needed to fulfil; 1 – The new Utility Area needed to be designed and installed within 6 weeks before she gave birth. 2 – There were lots of bespoke items needed for the new area in order to make best use of space, as usable space was important to our clients, especially with a new arrival on the way. Our client wanted this to be a space that was peaceful to work from away from the main kitchen. Solutions The existing utility area storage units were old with storage and shelving all in the wrong places – it just wasn’t practical. (you can see what it originally looked like in the last 3 images) Our client wanted a solution whereby the washing machine and tumble dryer were stacked to reduce the amount of continuous bending to reach both machines. Additionally our client wanted more ‘eye line’ storage and shelving. We had a number of stock colour modern door styles which our client liked however after some in depth discussions we discovered that something more specialist would be required. We got on the phone to one of our local door suppliers and found a set of Tobacco Oak doors that our clients instantly fell in love with. We had these specially designed in the workshop so that they could be installed as bi-folding doors. What was also fabulous about this project is that the utility area and kitchen are completely different in terms of look and style. It is quite common for a utility area and kitchen not to match or be complimented by similar looking units doors and worktops. This hidden gem of a utility area does not scream ‘utility room’ from the front. You only see a beautiful set of oak doors. It’s not until you open the bi-fold doors that you encounter the beauty and simplicity of a cleverly organised and well thought out working area. Our clients came to us with such fantastic and amazing ideas for their utility area, which made bringing this bespoke design to life relatively simple and very enjoyable!
Northwood Laundry, wardrobes & study desks NSW 2066
Northwood Laundry, wardrobes & study desks NSW 2066
The Renovation BrokerThe Renovation Broker
Photo of a large single-wall laundry cupboard in Sydney with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, blue floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Forest hill - wet room
Forest hill - wet room
Star Renovations NYStar Renovations NY
Semi custom white shaker, granite countertops, and wood look porcelain planks
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped laundry cupboard in New York with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, green walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and brown worktops.
Luxury Guelph Home
Luxury Guelph Home
Ceramic Decor Centre Ltd.Ceramic Decor Centre Ltd.
Laundry Room Floor - Ciot Marvel Bronze 24x24 Luxury
Inspiration for a large contemporary laundry cupboard in Toronto with white cabinets, grey walls, porcelain flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Northwood Laundry, wardrobes & study desks NSW 2066
Northwood Laundry, wardrobes & study desks NSW 2066
The Renovation BrokerThe Renovation Broker
This is an example of a large single-wall laundry cupboard in Sydney with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, blue floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Northwood Laundry, wardrobes & study desks NSW 2066
Northwood Laundry, wardrobes & study desks NSW 2066
The Renovation BrokerThe Renovation Broker
This is an example of a large single-wall laundry cupboard in Sydney with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, blue floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.

Large Laundry Cupboard 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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