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Mid-Century Modern Renovation on Mercer Island
Mid-Century Modern Renovation on Mercer Island
Pelletier + SchaarPelletier + Schaar
This home, which was originally built in 1960, is a classic example of Mid-Century Modern Design. Over the years, the home had fallen into disrepair. The clients, who had recently purchased the home, approached Pelletier+Schaar because they wanted to upgrade and modernize the bathroom, master and laundry as well as add an expanded deck with a covered portion while simultaneously maintaining the aesthetics characteristic of mid-century modern design.
Marina del Rey Addition, whole house remodel 3000sf and ADU
Marina del Rey Addition, whole house remodel 3000sf and ADU
Addition Building & Design, Inc.Addition Building & Design, Inc.
This is an example of a retro utility room in Los Angeles.
White Sails Mid-Century Modern
White Sails Mid-Century Modern
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Photo of a midcentury utility room in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors, white worktops and feature lighting.
Mid Mod Remodel in River Hills
Mid Mod Remodel in River Hills
Brakefield Design CollectiveBrakefield Design Collective
James Meyer Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury single-wall utility room in New York with a submerged sink, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, black worktops and open cabinets.
Eloge du temps qui passe, à Montreuil
Eloge du temps qui passe, à Montreuil
Hakilam designHakilam design
Pour la cuisine Ikéa, histoire de tempérer le côté trop neuf, nous avons opté pour des portes à relief qui imitent l'effet planches et des poignées vintage. Le côté bi-colore donne du relief à la combinaison murale.
Modern Redding Revival
Modern Redding Revival
APK Designs LLCAPK Designs LLC
Inspiration for a small midcentury single-wall separated utility room in New York with black walls, vinyl flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Mid-Century Modern, Shavano Park
Mid-Century Modern, Shavano Park
NR InteriorsNR Interiors
Inspiration for a midcentury utility room in Austin.
Hogan Residence
Hogan Residence
Alleanza Custom HomesAlleanza Custom Homes
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury single-wall utility room in Houston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Utility space, laundry open (photo 2 of 2)
Utility space, laundry open (photo 2 of 2)
Klopf ArchitectureKlopf Architecture
Photo ©2012 Mariko Reed
Midcentury utility room in San Francisco.
Greenhills Way
Greenhills Way
Carey's Custom Woodworking, IncCarey's Custom Woodworking, Inc
Custom gray laundry room cabinets.
Design ideas for a medium sized retro single-wall separated utility room in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
Mid Century Ranch Renovation
Mid Century Ranch Renovation
Morse Custom Homes and RemodelingMorse Custom Homes and Remodeling
Original 1953 mid century custom home was renovated with minimal wall removals in order to maintain the original charm of this home. Several features and finishes were kept or restored from the original finish of the house. The new products and finishes were chosen to emphasize the original custom decor and architecture. Design, Build, and most of all, Enjoy!
Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Pad
Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Pad
Vidal Design CollaborativeVidal Design Collaborative
Photos by Marcia Prentice
Photo of a midcentury utility room in Los Angeles with a feature wall.
Mid-Century Revival
Mid-Century Revival
Powell ConstructionPowell Construction
Inspiration for a midcentury utility room in Other.
Midcentury Modern Home Remodel
Midcentury Modern Home Remodel
UserUser
Inspiration for a large retro separated utility room in Other with blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, grey worktops and cork flooring.
Laundry Renovation
Laundry Renovation
Andrew OffenbacherAndrew Offenbacher
1960s laundry room renovation. Nurazzo tile floors. Reclaimed Chicago brick backsplash. Maple butcher-block counter. IKEA cabinets w/backlit glass. Focal Point linear Seem semi-recessed LED light. Salsbury lockers. 4-panel glass pocket door. Red washer/dryer combo for pop of color.
Garthwick Mid-Century Modern I Kitchen Remodel
Garthwick Mid-Century Modern I Kitchen Remodel
COOPER Design BuildCOOPER Design Build
This is an example of a midcentury utility room in Portland.
Rénovation d'une cuisine
Rénovation d'une cuisine
Univers YOKO K.Univers YOKO K.
Renovation d' une micro cuisine tout en conservant les éléments anciens comme les carreaux de ciment au sol, une étagère mural en biseau ou le frigo intégré,
Mid Century Second Story Addition
Mid Century Second Story Addition
Craftbuilt, Inc.Craftbuilt, Inc.
Built-in shelves and hangers!
Design ideas for a small midcentury single-wall separated utility room in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and blue floors.
Earll Drive
Earll Drive
Shift PHXShift PHX
Inspiration for a medium sized retro l-shaped separated utility room in Phoenix with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Midcentury Modern Home
Midcentury Modern Home
JQ interiorsJQ interiors
Photo of a midcentury utility room in Other.

Midcentury Grey Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed midcentury 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 midcentury utility design.

What do I need in my midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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