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Modern Single-wall Utility Room Ideas and Designs

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Modern New Build Home
Modern New Build Home
Windram and WoodWindram and Wood
This is an example of a medium sized modern single-wall separated utility room in Auckland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, a side by side washer and dryer, black worktops and a wood ceiling.
Laundry room
Laundry room
Avenir Kitchen and BathAvenir Kitchen and Bath
Laundry room designed in small room with high ceiling. This wall unit has enough storage cabinets, foldable ironing board, laminate countertop, hanging rod for clothes, and vacuum cleaning storage.
Modern Laundry Room
Modern Laundry Room
Inspiration for a modern single-wall utility room in Brisbane with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Laundry
Laundry
FC Quality Cabinets & MoreFC Quality Cabinets & More
Inspiration for a medium sized modern single-wall utility room in Orlando with a single-bowl sink, grey cabinets, a side by side washer and dryer, grey worktops, shaker cabinets, granite worktops and grey walls.
All in 1 Bathroom
All in 1 Bathroom
Kamanski Construction, Inc.Kamanski Construction, Inc.
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall utility room in Portland with a stacked washer and dryer.
Spatia
Spatia
Arclinea NYArclinea NY
Have a tiny New York City apartment? Check our Spatia, Arclinea's kitchen and storage solution that offers a sleek, discreet design. Spatia smartly conceals your kitchen, laundry and storage, elegantly blending in with any timeless design.
Modern Laundry Room
Modern Laundry Room
Closet ClassicsCloset Classics
Custom Laundry Room area with space for folding, sorting and hanging. Cabinets are shown in Driftwood with Arctic White Forterra work surfaces. Call for a Free Consultation at 610-358-3171.
Gretchen Utility Room
Gretchen Utility Room
Mark Stewart Home DesignMark Stewart Home Design
This photo shows the deluxe upstairs utility room. The floor plan shows the counter space extending along the right wall and includes a sink, however it can also be built as shown here to maximize floor space. Ample cabinets above and to the right of the appliances ensure you will never run out of space for detergent, linens, cleaning supplies, or anything else you might need.
Family Basement Renovation
Family Basement Renovation
Laura Sehn Design GroupLaura Sehn Design Group
Photo of a medium sized modern single-wall separated utility room in Ottawa with grey walls, a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Evanston Laundry room
Evanston Laundry room
Foster Hill DesignFoster Hill Design
Mary Carol Fitzgerald
Design ideas for a medium sized modern single-wall separated utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, blue floors and white worktops.
White Laundry Room$
White Laundry Room$
Closet & Storage Concepts - NorwalkCloset & Storage Concepts - Norwalk
Design ideas for a large modern single-wall separated utility room in New York with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Surry Hills Apartment
Surry Hills Apartment
Teresa Perng InteriorsTeresa Perng Interiors
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall separated utility room in Sydney with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Laundry with hanging rails and subway tiles
Laundry with hanging rails and subway tiles
ImprovaImprova
Medium sized modern single-wall separated utility room in Sydney with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors and grey worktops.
Encinitas Hidden Foyer Laundry
Encinitas Hidden Foyer Laundry
La Costa Cabinets & DesignLa Costa Cabinets & Design
An open 2 story foyer also serves as a laundry space for a family of 5. Previously the machines were hidden behind bifold doors along with a utility sink. The new space is completely open to the foyer and the stackable machines are hidden behind flipper pocket doors so they can be tucked away when not in use. An extra deep countertop allow for plenty of space while folding and sorting laundry. A small deep sink offers opportunities for soaking the wash, as well as a makeshift wet bar during social events. Modern slab doors of solid Sapele with a natural stain showcases the inherent honey ribbons with matching vertical panels. Lift up doors and pull out towel racks provide plenty of useful storage in this newly invigorated space.
Horseshoe Bay
Horseshoe Bay
Starline CabinetsStarline Cabinets
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall laundry cupboard in Vancouver with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
MIDDLE HABOUR RESIDENCE
MIDDLE HABOUR RESIDENCE
Kitchens by EmanuelKitchens by Emanuel
LUXE HOME. - In house custom profiled black polyurethane doors - Caesarstone 'Pure White' bench top - Pull out clothes hampers - Blum hardware - Herringbone marble tiled splashback Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens By Emanuel
NEW BUILD, INNER WEST SYDNEY Bathroom & Laundry
NEW BUILD, INNER WEST SYDNEY Bathroom & Laundry
Definitive Decor AustraliaDefinitive Decor Australia
Guest bathroom with sliding doors to laundry room
Photo of a medium sized modern single-wall utility room in Sydney with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, travertine flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Munster Laundry Renovation
Munster Laundry Renovation
On The Ball BathroomsOn The Ball Bathrooms
Integrated Washer and Dryer, Washer Dryer Stacked Cupboard, Penny Round Tiles, Small Hexagon Tiles, Black and White Laundry, Modern Laundry Ideas, Laundry Renovations Perth
Clark Laundry & Guest Bathroom Remodel In Redondo Beach, Ca
Clark Laundry & Guest Bathroom Remodel In Redondo Beach, Ca
Stone Age Design & Build, Inc.Stone Age Design & Build, Inc.
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Black and White Laundry
Black and White Laundry
JL InteriorsJL Interiors
JL Interiors is a LA-based creative/diverse firm that specializes in residential interiors. JL Interiors empowers homeowners to design their dream home that they can be proud of! The design isn’t just about making things beautiful; it’s also about making things work beautifully. Contact us for a free consultation Hello@JLinteriors.design _ 310.390.6849_ www.JLinteriors.design

Modern Single-wall Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed modern 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 modern utility design.

What do I need in my modern 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 modern 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 modern 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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