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Medium Sized Utility Room with Soapstone Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Laundry Room Remodel and Addition in Dallas, TX
Laundry Room Remodel and Addition in Dallas, TX
Blackline RenovationsBlackline Renovations
The homeowner was used to functioning with a stacked washer and dryer. As part of the primary suite addition and kitchen remodel, we relocated the laundry utilities. The new side-by-side configuration was optimal to create a large folding space for the homeowner. Now, function and beauty are found in the new laundry room. A neutral black countertop was designed over the washer and dryer, providing a durable folding space. A full-height linen cabinet is utilized for broom/vacuum storage. The hand-painted decorative tile backsplash provides a beautiful focal point while also providing waterproofing for the drip-dry hanging rod. Bright brushed brass hardware pop against the blues used in the space.
Custom Transitional
Custom Transitional
Peery HomesPeery Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized classic galley separated utility room in Other with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and black worktops.
Wilmington Court - Laundry
Wilmington Court - Laundry
Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLCPaul N. Brow, Architect, LLC
View of Laundry room with built-in soapstone folding counter above storage for industrial style rolling laundry carts and hampers. Space for hang drying above. Laundry features two stacked washer / dryer sets. Painted ship-lap walls with decorative raw concrete floor tiles. Built-in pull down ironing board between the washers / dryers.
Gorgeous Colonial Remodel with Greenhouse
Gorgeous Colonial Remodel with Greenhouse
New England Artisans Remodeling & Design GroupNew England Artisans Remodeling & Design Group
Eddie Day
This is an example of a medium sized classic galley separated utility room in New York with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floors.
Whole Home - Oakton VA
Whole Home - Oakton VA
Berriz Design Build GroupBerriz Design Build Group
This is an example of a medium sized classic u-shaped separated utility room in DC Metro with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, vinyl flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.
Lexington Bungalow
Lexington Bungalow
Small Batch KitchensSmall Batch Kitchens
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, blue walls and slate flooring.
Mid Century Glamour
Mid Century Glamour
Lauren Levant InteriorLauren Levant Interior
Design by Lauren Levant, Photography by Ettore Mormille
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional galley utility room in DC Metro with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Custom Home
Custom Home
J NORD WOLFE General Contracting Inc.J NORD WOLFE General Contracting Inc.
Medium sized classic single-wall laundry cupboard with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops and a side by side washer and dryer.
Cooperstown Farmhouse
Cooperstown Farmhouse
The Working Kitchen, Ltd.The Working Kitchen, Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized traditional single-wall utility room in New York with a belfast sink, beaded cabinets, soapstone worktops, grey walls, slate flooring, grey worktops and medium wood cabinets.
Summerfield Vineyard Home
Summerfield Vineyard Home
R & K Custom HomesR & K Custom Homes
This is an example of a medium sized classic galley utility room in Raleigh with a submerged sink, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and raised-panel cabinets.
Lights and Darks
Lights and Darks
Kelly Scanlon Interior DesignKelly Scanlon Interior Design
Check out the laundry details as well. The beloved house cats claimed the entire corner of cabinetry for the ultimate maze (and clever litter box concealment).
Southern Living August 2015 Feature
Southern Living August 2015 Feature
European Stone ConceptsEuropean Stone Concepts
Photography by Laurey Glenn
Medium sized country l-shaped separated utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, a side by side washer and dryer, soapstone worktops, a submerged sink and white walls.
Revitalized Retro Laundry Room
Revitalized Retro Laundry Room
Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.Lunada Consulting & Design, Inc.
Pops of sea green and soft washed yellow colored walls add a brightness to this classic black & white laundry room.
Design ideas for a medium sized farmhouse single-wall separated utility room in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, ceramic flooring and beige walls.
Kitchen and Mudroom Remodel
Kitchen and Mudroom Remodel
Beacon Hill BuildersBeacon Hill Builders
Photo of a medium sized classic l-shaped utility room in Burlington with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, blue walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and black worktops.
Figured Birch Wide Plank Floors - Newport Beach, California
Figured Birch Wide Plank Floors - Newport Beach, California
Hull Forest Products - Wide Plank FloorsHull Forest Products - Wide Plank Floors
Wide plank Curly Birch flooring custom sawn in the USA by Hull Forest Products, 1-800-928-9602. www.hullforest.com. Photo by David Lamb Photography
This is an example of a medium sized classic u-shaped separated utility room in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Pet Parlor features Large Sink for Pet Baths
Pet Parlor features Large Sink for Pet Baths
Cabinets & DesignsCabinets & Designs
Large, stainless steel sink with wall faucet that has a sprinkler head makes bath time easier. This unique space is loaded with amenities devoted to pampering four-legged family members, including an island for brushing, built-in water fountain, and hideaway food dish holders.
Coastal Cottage in Oklahoma
Coastal Cottage in Oklahoma
Design DirectionsDesign Directions
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Kitchen and Mudroom Remodel
Kitchen and Mudroom Remodel
Beacon Hill BuildersBeacon Hill Builders
Photo of a medium sized classic l-shaped utility room in Burlington with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, blue walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and black worktops.
Pet Parlor with Hideaway Food Storage and Bowls
Pet Parlor with Hideaway Food Storage and Bowls
Cabinets & DesignsCabinets & Designs
This unique space is loaded with amenities devoted to pampering four-legged family members, including an island for brushing, built-in water fountain, and hideaway food dish holders.
Via Koron Residence
Via Koron Residence
William Guidero Planning and DesignWilliam Guidero Planning and Design
Contractor: Legacy CDM Inc. | Interior Designer: Hovie Interiors | Photographer: Jola Photography
Photo of a medium sized rural l-shaped separated utility room in Orange County with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone worktops, grey walls, a side by side washer and dryer and black worktops.

Medium Sized Utility Room with Soapstone Worktops 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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