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West Des Moines, IA - Addition | Laundry Room | Eclectic Style
West Des Moines, IA - Addition | Laundry Room | Eclectic Style
Catherine Renae Thomas Design Co.Catherine Renae Thomas Design Co.
Photography: Paul Gates
Inspiration for a large eclectic galley separated utility room in Other with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite worktops, yellow walls, light hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Southlake New Build 2020
Southlake New Build 2020
Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring and white worktops.
Bathroom + Laundry renovation
Bathroom + Laundry renovation
Sublime SpacesSublime Spaces
DMF Images
Large contemporary galley separated utility room in Brisbane with a submerged sink, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
White Acrylic Laundry Room
White Acrylic Laundry Room
Blu Ink Interiors, Interior Design, Kitchen & BathBlu Ink Interiors, Interior Design, Kitchen & Bath
Fort Lauderdale
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped separated utility room in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Modern Farmhouse - Renton
Modern Farmhouse - Renton
ID by GwenID by Gwen
Large farmhouse u-shaped utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, wood worktops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors, black worktops and tongue and groove walls.
Taupe Painted Mackintosh Kitchen Design
Taupe Painted Mackintosh Kitchen Design
Herbert William LimitedHerbert William Limited
Taupe Painted Mackintosh Kitchen Design by Lorna one of our in house designers from Herbert William was recently completed in Whiteparish Wiltshire. This project was for a large sized kitchen that was part of a huge renovation project. Herbert William worked alongside the builders to ensure the renovation project went to plan. The client wanted a traditional design with quality wooden cabinets. Mackintosh Framed Lissa Oak cabinets in a mix of taupe and hickory painted were chosen. Lorna helped to give the design a modern twist by helping the client to pick chrome highlights for the design with ceiling and under cabinet spotlight lighting. The client also opted pendants above the Kitchen Island to give the kitchen versatile use and atmosphere all day long. The framed Mackintosh units have all drawer box inserts oak lined for a luxurious feel whilst Carrara quartz was used for the worktops and splash back. A Quooker combination boiling-water and mixer tap in Nordic design, complete with child proof push-and-turn handle and angled spout gives a modern, practical twist to the traditional Villeroy and Boch ceramic sink. The clients attended one of our Chef Table events that helped them explore, test out and select the right appliances for them. They selected a gas hob and a range of four ovens, which include a warming drawer and full steam functionality. They also opted for a Coffee Centre and slimline wine chiller. We created a separate utility area for the dishwasher and washing machine. Photography by Lia Vittone
DSTurnerTeardown
DSTurnerTeardown
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Photo of a large traditional galley separated utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Ramsden Reno
Ramsden Reno
BSW DesignBSW Design
Nicole Millard
Photo of a large contemporary single-wall utility room in Toronto with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
San Juan
San Juan
Cleve Adamson Custom HomesCleve Adamson Custom Homes
MLA photography - Erin Matlock
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Dallas with a submerged sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Transitional Glam, Los Altos
Transitional Glam, Los Altos
AK DesignAK Design
Laundry room - large laundry room with custom white cabinets, high end appliances, glass backsplash, and 4 panel modern interior door in Los Altos.
Large u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and grey worktops.
SOLITUDE 4500 Model
SOLITUDE 4500 Model
Sonora West Development, Inc.Sonora West Development, Inc.
This is an example of a large l-shaped utility room in Phoenix with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and beige worktops.
Fun Laundry Room - Mudroom Combo
Fun Laundry Room - Mudroom Combo
Paper Moon PaintingPaper Moon Painting
Perfect mudroom storage for the family.
Design ideas for a large eclectic l-shaped utility room in Austin with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Lake House
Lake House
Hermitage Kitchen Gallery LLCHermitage Kitchen Gallery LLC
Designer: Terri Sears Photography: Melissa M. Mills
This is an example of a large coastal galley separated utility room in Nashville with flat-panel cabinets, marble worktops, beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floors, multicoloured worktops and beige cabinets.
40 3rd Street North, Naples FL 34102
40 3rd Street North, Naples FL 34102
Dante DiSabatoDante DiSabato
Matt Steeves
This is an example of a large classic single-wall separated utility room in Other with white cabinets, grey walls, light hardwood flooring and shaker cabinets.
Whole House Renovation: Laundry Room
Whole House Renovation: Laundry Room
Marc Ekhause Home Builder and Custom RenovationsMarc Ekhause Home Builder and Custom Renovations
Whole House Renovation: Laundry Room 'After' Photo: Chris Bown
Large contemporary galley utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Fairbanks Estates
Fairbanks Estates
Christin Homes LLCChristin Homes LLC
Design ideas for a large classic l-shaped separated utility room in Grand Rapids with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and grey worktops.
Pine Valley Drive
Pine Valley Drive
Webber Development & ConstructionWebber Development & Construction
McGinnis Leathers
Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall utility room in Atlanta with a submerged sink, white cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, light hardwood flooring, recessed-panel cabinets, grey walls, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Upper West Side LEED Platinum Passive House
Upper West Side LEED Platinum Passive House
Ingui ArchitectureIngui Architecture
Large classic single-wall separated utility room in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, light hardwood flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Shaw Flooring
Shaw Flooring
Floor Coverings International - HillsboroughFloor Coverings International - Hillsborough
Design ideas for a large country single-wall separated utility room in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and grey worktops.
Hermosa Beach Ocean View Family Home
Hermosa Beach Ocean View Family Home
Design + Build by LazarDesign + Build by Lazar
Laundry Room with double open pocket doors with 2 washers and dryers for a busy family. Large enough for another purpose like a craft room. Opens up to the kids level floor and is next to the kids study. Thoughtfully designed by Steve Lazar design+build by South Swell. designbuildbysouthswell.com Photography by Joel Silva.

Large Utility Room with Light Hardwood Flooring 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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