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Palm Springs Firebird
Palm Springs Firebird
Bauer Clifton InteriorsBauer Clifton Interiors
This is an example of a small midcentury single-wall separated utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, marble flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Ranch 55
Ranch 55
Catherine Garrison Architect, IncCatherine Garrison Architect, Inc
This is an example of a midcentury utility room in Los Angeles.
Bloomfield Street Duplex
Bloomfield Street Duplex
J. PATRYCE DESIGNJ. PATRYCE DESIGN
Retro l-shaped utility room in New York with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, a stacked washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.
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BLAIRWOOD
BLAIRWOOD
Scala Construction Inc.Scala Construction Inc.
Design ideas for a large retro galley utility room in Los Angeles with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, concrete flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floors.
Hazel Modern
Hazel Modern
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Inspiration for a midcentury utility room in Los Angeles.
Mid-Century Modern With a View
Mid-Century Modern With a View
Kathy Ann Abell InteriorsKathy Ann Abell Interiors
Midcentury utility room in San Diego.
Laundry Room - Oakland Hills
Laundry Room - Oakland Hills
Innovative Interiors by Sophia SolomonInnovative Interiors by Sophia Solomon
Small midcentury galley utility room in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Aintree
Aintree
Stephani Buchman PhotographyStephani Buchman Photography
http://www.stephanibuchmanphotography.com Designed by http://www.sodapopdesign.ca
Verdigris
Verdigris
Tempus Design Studio Pty LtdTempus Design Studio Pty Ltd
Step into a world of elegance and sophistication with this stunning modern art deco cottage that we call Verdigris. The attention to detail is evident in every room, from the statement lighting to the bold brass features. Overall, this renovated 1920’s cottage is a testament to our designers, showcasing the power of design to transform a space into a work of art.
Vogue
Vogue
連合設計社市谷建築事務所連合設計社市谷建築事務所
Photo : Satoshi Shigeta
Inspiration for a midcentury utility room in Fukuoka.
Colorful Mid-Century Modern
Colorful Mid-Century Modern
Bluestem RemodelingBluestem Remodeling
"Brandon Stengel - www.farmkidstudios.com”
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury galley utility room in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Forever Ranch
Forever Ranch
Kipnis Architecture + PlanningKipnis Architecture + Planning
The laundry room is also the mudroom. There is a dog wash area included as well.
Photo of a medium sized midcentury galley utility room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Lisa & LeroyLisa & Leroy
This full house of a family of six called for a room designated just for laundry.
This is an example of a small retro l-shaped separated utility room in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, black floors and white worktops.
Mid Century Modern Brought to Life
Mid Century Modern Brought to Life
kellydesignskellydesigns
We wanted to add some fun and utility to this space, We created a mudroom/laundry area that makes you happy with this stunning wallpaper and black matte accents
Ada Modern Prairie
Ada Modern Prairie
42 North - Architecture + Design42 North - Architecture + Design
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury l-shaped separated utility room in Grand Rapids with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, red walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Newport Beach Residence | Whole House Remodel
Newport Beach Residence | Whole House Remodel
The Bespoke Interior, Inc.The Bespoke Interior, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized retro utility room in Orange County.
Mid Century Modern Home
Mid Century Modern Home
Riverdell Construction, Inc.Riverdell Construction, Inc.
Jesse Smith
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury single-wall separated utility room in Portland with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
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 meets a Victorian Terrace
Mid Century meets a Victorian Terrace
Claudia Dorsch Interior Design LtdClaudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd
Small midcentury utility room in London with an integrated sink, quartz worktops, white walls, marble flooring, a concealed washer and dryer, green floors and white worktops.

Midcentury 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.
Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House
Modern Frontier- Texas Ranch House
Mary Anne Smiley InteriorsMary Anne Smiley Interiors
Danny Piassick
Inspiration for a large retro l-shaped separated utility room in Austin with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
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