Large Utility Room with Glass Tiled Splashback Ideas and Designs

TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder: Stefco Builders Landscape Architect: Hilarie Holdsworth Design Photographer: Greg Premru

Chalk Ridge

Emily Roose Interiors

A large laundry room that is combined with a craft space designed to inspire young minds and to make laundry time fun with the vibrant teal glass tiles. Lots of counterspace for sorting and folding laundry and a deep sink that is great for hand washing. Ample cabinet space for all the laundry supplies and for all of the arts and craft supplies. On the floor is a wood looking porcelain tile that is used throughout most of the home.

The Agra | Medina, WA

JayMarc Homes

Main level laundry with large counter, cabinets, side by side washer and dryer and tile floor with pattern.
Large traditional l-shaped separated utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.

Roseberry Avenue, West Vancouver

Reynolds Cabinet Shop Ltd.

Jamie Reynolds
Large classic l-shaped utility room in Vancouver with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback and glass tiled splashback.

La Pedrera Net Zero Residence

Bellingham Bay Builders

Architect: Domain Design Architects Photography: Joe Belcovson Photography
Design ideas for a large retro galley separated utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, glass tiled splashback, white walls, limestone flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.

Classically Modern New Construction

SR Design Group, Inc.

The laundry room was designed to serve many purposes besides just laundry. It includes a gift wrapping station, laundry chute, fold down ironing board, vacuum and mop storage, lap top work area and a dog feeding station. The center table was designed for folding and the three rolling laundry carts fit neatly underneath. The dark grey tiles and dark quartz countertop contrast with the light wood cabinets.

Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry

GMI 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.

The Meadows

Storm Bubble Designs

Contemporary laundry room with subway tile
This is an example of a large nautical single-wall separated utility room in Vancouver with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green splashback, glass tiled splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.

Baxter Village Remodel

Just In Cabinets & Design

Shaker kitchen cabinets are a popular trend in current kitchen renovations because of the classic and simple look they give to either a traditional or contemporary design. Shaker cabinets are often paired in modern kitchens with white or light granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and modern hardware to complete the look.

Driftwood and Turquoise

Waterview Kitchens

The ultimate coastal beach home situated on the shoreintracoastal waterway. The kitchen features white inset upper cabinetry balanced with rustic hickory base cabinets with a driftwood feel. The driftwood v-groove ceiling is framed in white beams. he 2 islands offer a great work space as well as an island for socializng.

tutt

Paul little construction

Design ideas for a large modern galley utility room in Oklahoma City with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback and glass tiled splashback.

Buckwood Homes - Foxhollow

M.S. Construction Services Inc.

Large scale herringbone flooring, prefinished with multi step processes to acheive different colors.
Large bohemian galley utility room in Atlanta with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue splashback, glass tiled splashback, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a concealed washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.

Homestead Drive Project

Dream Kitchens

Large traditional galley utility room in Detroit with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tiled splashback, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and brown worktops.

Laundry Room Remodel

Cresmark Custom Homes

Glass mosaic tiled backsplash, recessed panel millwork/cabiners, side by side washer and dryer, mosaic floor tile, hanging rod, undermount sink, single lever faucet, quartz countertops, built in pantry style millwork for storage.

Kitchen Pizzazz - Palmdale, CA

Lenton Company, Inc.

Laundry room off of the kitchen. Brian Covington, Photographer
Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall utility room in Los Angeles with white splashback, glass tiled splashback, a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige walls, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and dark wood cabinets.

North Ocean Blvd, Myrtle Beach, SC

Sarasota Design Studio 11

Photo of a large nautical u-shaped utility room in Charleston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback, glass tiled splashback, limestone flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and brown worktops.

Driftwood and Turquoise

Waterview Kitchens

Luxury Family Living

Turner Design Firm

This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Baltimore with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and grey worktops.

Wildcat Cliffs Country CLub

Black Rock Design | Build

Purchased in a very dated style, these homeowners came to us to solve their remodeling problems! We redesigned the flow of the home to reflect their family's needs and desires. Now they have a masterpiece!

The Sundial

ZED Studio

Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Vancouver with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, glass tiled splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, an integrated washer and dryer and beige worktops.

Large Utility Room with Glass Tiled Splashback 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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