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Laundry Cupboard with an Utility Sink Ideas and Designs

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Crown Hill Basement Refresh
Crown Hill Basement Refresh
Jackson Design BuildJackson Design Build
Jackson Design Build | Photography: NW Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized classic single-wall laundry cupboard in Seattle with an utility sink, wood worktops, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, green floors and white walls.
Modern Oasis
Modern Oasis
Stofft Cooney ArchitectsStofft Cooney Architects
Inspiration for a contemporary laundry cupboard in Miami with an utility sink, white walls and a stacked washer and dryer.
Laundry
Laundry
Spin DesignSpin Design
The sperate laundry room was integrated into the kitchen and the client loves having the laundry hidden behind cupboards. The door to the backyard allows are easy access to the washing line.
Rolling Creek - Hill Country
Rolling Creek - Hill Country
Round Top Home BuildersRound Top Home Builders
Design ideas for a small rural laundry cupboard in Austin with an utility sink, grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Harlem Brownstone Renovation
Harlem Brownstone Renovation
BolsterBolster
Design-build gut renovation of a Harlem brownstone laundry room. Features wide-plank light hardwood floors and a utility sink.
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in New York with an utility sink, beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floors.
Ravenswood Penthouse
Ravenswood Penthouse
Clare Sells Homes, Inc.Clare Sells Homes, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized classic single-wall laundry cupboard in Chicago with an utility sink, brown walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Kerr
Kerr
MJ Design & BuildMJ Design & Build
A small laundry closet in the basement is functional with closable doors.
This is an example of a small farmhouse single-wall laundry cupboard in DC Metro with an utility sink, vinyl flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Second Story Simplicity
Second Story Simplicity
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
The laundry room at the top of the stair has been home to drying racks as well as a small computer work station. There is plenty of room for additional storage, and the large square window allows plenty of light.
Tribeca Co-Op
Tribeca Co-Op
Jeffrey PhillipJeffrey Phillip
Design ideas for a small contemporary laundry cupboard in New York with an utility sink, white walls and a stacked washer and dryer.
Carpet One Design Gallery
Carpet One Design Gallery
Williams Carpet OneWilliams Carpet One
This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel worktops, white walls, vinyl flooring and brown floors.
Laundry Cabinets. (East Hanover NJ )
Laundry Cabinets. (East Hanover NJ )
NJ Custom ClosetsNJ Custom Closets
Carlos Class
This is an example of a medium sized traditional laundry cupboard in New York with an utility sink, light wood cabinets, grey walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Dixie Canyon
Dixie Canyon
Woodmaster Kitchen & Bath Inc.Woodmaster Kitchen & Bath Inc.
Photo of a medium sized modern u-shaped laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with an utility sink, marble worktops, white walls, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floors and beige worktops.
Contemporary Luxury Modern Laundry Room Remodel
Contemporary Luxury Modern Laundry Room Remodel
EMMONS CUSTOMEMMONS CUSTOM
Contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Toronto with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white walls, marble flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.
McLean Laundry Room
McLean Laundry Room
Fairfax Design SolutionsFairfax Design Solutions
This main level laundry room was a primary bedroom closet that was converted into a laundry room for convenient access.
Inspiration for a classic laundry cupboard in DC Metro with an utility sink, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and white floors.
Intracoastal Modern Home
Intracoastal Modern Home
OnPoint Design Group | NonStop StagingOnPoint Design Group | NonStop Staging
Laundry of an Intracoastal Home in Sarasota, Florida. Design by Doshia Wagner of NonStop Staging. Photography by Christina Cook Lee.
Photo of a small modern single-wall laundry cupboard in Tampa with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
First Floor Overhaul
First Floor Overhaul
Touchstone Kitchen and BathTouchstone Kitchen and Bath
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Philadelphia with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
Second Story Simplicity
Second Story Simplicity
12/12 Architects & Planners12/12 Architects & Planners
The laundry room at the top of the stair has been home to drying racks as well as a small computer work station. There is plenty of room for additional storage, and the large square window allows plenty of light.
DC Row House
DC Row House
Grossmueller's Design ConsultantsGrossmueller's Design Consultants
Stu Estler
Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in DC Metro with an utility sink, blue walls, carpet and a side by side washer and dryer.
Utility Room in BS9
Utility Room in BS9
Schmidt BristolSchmidt Bristol
Shortwork Photography & Virtual Tours
Design ideas for a small contemporary laundry cupboard in Other with an utility sink and flat-panel cabinets.
Chicago, IL Home
Chicago, IL Home
Tri-Star Cabinet & Top Co., Inc.Tri-Star Cabinet & Top Co., Inc.
Photo of a small single-wall laundry cupboard in Chicago with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.

Laundry Cupboard with an Utility Sink 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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