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Modern Home Remodel
Modern Home Remodel
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
This track home was updated with beautiful features to offer the client a custom design. From knocked down walls, to a custom built-out fireplace, wood beams, framing, and a glamorous white kitchen with custom cabinetry. This home is now a modern custom space with a few rustic elements.
Laundry
Laundry
Interior Design By JoInterior Design By Jo
This light and airy laundry room features a beautiful glossy textured splashback, has plenty of storage, and maximised functionality.
Large modern l-shaped separated utility room in Brisbane with a built-in sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Madison, WI Lake House
Madison, WI Lake House
Mader DesignsMader Designs
Large modern galley utility room in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, orange walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
GMI Design GroupGMI Design Group
This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.
Beautiful New Open Floor Plan Kitchen/Dining/Living
Beautiful New Open Floor Plan Kitchen/Dining/Living
Skydell Contracting Inc.Skydell Contracting Inc.
Large modern galley utility room in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, laminate floors, brown floors and beige worktops.
Taree Bathroom & Laundry Renovation
Taree Bathroom & Laundry Renovation
Edstein CreativeEdstein Creative
The laundry was fitted with a 20mm Silestone Yukon benchtop with Integrated Silestone Integrity Due sink, teamed with a Pietra Grey Limestone splashback creating a modern fresh look which is in synergy with the kitchen and bathroom.
Stanford, CA - Where Hope Has a Home Charity Project
Stanford, CA - Where Hope Has a Home Charity Project
Alden Miller InteriorsAlden Miller Interiors
We were honored to be a selected designer for the "Where Hope Has a Home" charity project. At Alden Miller we are committed to working in the community bringing great design to all. Joseph Schell
Modern Laundry Room
Modern Laundry Room
Large modern galley separated utility room in Dallas with a belfast sink, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige worktops.
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.
Seabrook
Seabrook
Missy Stewart DesignsMissy Stewart Designs
Seabrook features miles of shoreline just 30 minutes from downtown Houston. Our clients found the perfect home located on a canal with bay access, but it was a bit dated. Freshening up a home isn’t just paint and furniture, though. By knocking down some walls in the main living area, an open floor plan brightened the space and made it ideal for hosting family and guests. Our advice is to always add in pops of color, so we did just with brass. The barstools, light fixtures, and cabinet hardware compliment the airy, white kitchen. The living room’s 5 ft wide chandelier pops against the accent wall (not that it wasn’t stunning on its own, though). The brass theme flows into the laundry room with built-in dog kennels for the client’s additional family members. We love how bright and airy this bayside home turned out!
Modern Laundry Room Inspo
Modern Laundry Room Inspo
Trim Tech DesignsTrim Tech Designs
Style & storage all in one!? Even the functional rooms in your home can show your personal style. Tap the link in our bio to get started on your home remodel!
2021 Home-A-Rama Home - Modern Prairie with Indoor Basketball Court & Pool
2021 Home-A-Rama Home - Modern Prairie with Indoor Basketball Court & Pool
Duke Homes, Inc.Duke Homes, Inc.
The main floor laundry room provides plenty of storage and a large work space for laundry.
Large modern l-shaped separated utility room in Indianapolis with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and grey worktops.
Pitt Town - Laundry
Pitt Town - Laundry
Perfect Fit Kitchens & JoineryPerfect Fit Kitchens & Joinery
Style and function! The Pitt Town laundry has both in spades. Designer: Harper Lane Design Stone: WK Quantum Quartz from Just Stone Australia in Alpine Matt Builder: Bigeni Built Hardware: Blum Australia Pty Ltd / Wilson & Bradley Photo credit: Janelle Keys Photography
Carolyncrest Modern
Carolyncrest Modern
Shaddock Custom Builders and DevelopersShaddock Custom Builders and Developers
Large modern separated utility room in Dallas with shaker cabinets.
Bathrooms / Laundries
Bathrooms / Laundries
RJP Design and DecorRJP Design and Decor
Open, clean laundry space that makes you want to be in it! The colour scheme is warm, the flood of natural light makes it very welcoming. Very practical for a family situation with plenty of storage.
Gary Randolph Master Builder
Gary Randolph Master Builder
AG&M Raleigh (Architectural Granite & Marble)AG&M Raleigh (Architectural Granite & Marble)
Design ideas for a large modern galley separated utility room in Raleigh with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and a submerged sink.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
TZS DesignTZS Design
Modern laundry room with white slab style cabinets and a full height polished quartz splash and top. The undercabinet lighting is recessed into the bottom cabinet for a sleek look. Laundry machines behind the louvered door.
The Brewmaster's Basement
The Brewmaster's Basement
Adlyn Construction Inc.Adlyn Construction Inc.
Large modern galley utility room in Edmonton with vinyl flooring, grey walls, grey floors, a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, a stacked washer and dryer and grey worktops.
Laundry Room Organic
Laundry Room Organic
Savvy InteriorsSavvy Interiors
Photo of a large modern u-shaped utility room in San Diego with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble worktops, grey walls, slate flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Modern Industrial Master Suite and Laundry Room Remodel | Naperville, IL
Modern Industrial Master Suite and Laundry Room Remodel | Naperville, IL
DJK Custom HomesDJK Custom Homes
Inspiration for a large modern galley utility room in Chicago with a built-in sink, distressed cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.

Large Modern Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed modern 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 modern utility design.

What do I need in my modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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