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Scandinavian Style Home Renovation
Scandinavian Style Home Renovation
Katie Malik Design StudioKatie Malik Design Studio
Inspiration for a scandi utility room in Cambridgeshire.
Scandinavian Modern Rambler
Scandinavian Modern Rambler
Swanson HomesSwanson Homes
Photo of a scandinavian utility room in Minneapolis.
Casa Decor Madrid 2016
Casa Decor Madrid 2016
deulonder arquitectura domésticadeulonder arquitectura doméstica
Medium sized scandi single-wall laundry cupboard in Barcelona with white cabinets and a side by side washer and dryer.
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Allen Abode Laundry Room
Allen Abode Laundry Room
Habitat StudioHabitat Studio
This is an example of a scandinavian utility room in Edmonton.
Ravenswood Ground Floor Utility Room
Ravenswood Ground Floor Utility Room
Studio FabbriStudio Fabbri
The compact and functional ground floor utility room and WC has been positioned where the original staircase used to be in the centre of the house. We kept to a paired down utilitarian style and palette when designing this practical space. A run of bespoke birch plywood full height cupboards for coats and shoes and a laundry cupboard with a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer. Tucked at the end is an enamel bucket sink and lots of open shelving storage. A simple white grid of tiles and the natural finish cork flooring which runs through out the house.
Laundry & Mud Room - Glen Ellyn, IL
Laundry & Mud Room - Glen Ellyn, IL
PB Kitchen DesignPB Kitchen Design
Utility cabinet in Laundry Room
Inspiration for a large scandinavian utility room in Chicago with grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.
DANTON- Aménagement d'un appartement acheté sur plan
DANTON- Aménagement d'un appartement acheté sur plan
Esprit GaïaEsprit Gaïa
This is an example of a scandinavian utility room in Paris.
What's Happened To Me Since I Met You
What's Happened To Me Since I Met You
USI Design & RemodelingUSI Design & Remodeling
Designed by Chris Chumbley, USI Remodeling. Remodeling is a personal choice that allows individuals to create space that aligns with their style preferences, functional requirements and lifestyle changes.
Sage and Saltillo
Sage and Saltillo
Iconic by Kaitlyn WolfeIconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe
Inspiration for a scandi utility room in Phoenix.
Интерьер MUA
Интерьер MUA
INT2architectureINT2architecture
Design ideas for a small scandinavian single-wall separated utility room in Saint Petersburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, grey floors and brown worktops.
Laundry and Mudroom
Laundry and Mudroom
Branch HomeBranch Home
Inspiration for a scandinavian utility room.
Maze Interior
Maze Interior
MAZE INTERIORMAZE INTERIOR
Medium sized scandi utility room in Stockholm.
Greenland Residence
Greenland Residence
Carriage Lane Design-Build Inc.Carriage Lane Design-Build Inc.
Photography: Stephani Buchman
Photo of a medium sized scandi single-wall utility room in Toronto with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white walls, porcelain flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Stratford Bespoke Plywood Kitchen
Stratford Bespoke Plywood Kitchen
Plykitchen LtdPlykitchen Ltd
This is an example of a scandinavian utility room in London.
Davies
Davies
Barnes MatinaBarnes Matina
Inspiration for a scandinavian utility room in Melbourne.
Narrow Scandi home with texture and colour
Narrow Scandi home with texture and colour
Western CabinetsWestern Cabinets
This is an example of a medium sized scandinavian l-shaped utility room in Perth with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, green splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Trading Post Trail
Trading Post Trail
Hartman HomesHartman Homes
Scandi utility room in Minneapolis.
River View House - Photo by Peter Mathew
River View House - Photo by Peter Mathew
Studio Ilk Architecture & InteriorsStudio Ilk Architecture & Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian utility room in Hobart.
ヨーロッパ仕立ての警固の家
ヨーロッパ仕立ての警固の家
株式会社フーセット株式会社フーセット
Photo of a scandi utility room in Fukuoka with white walls and grey floors.

Scandinavian Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian utility design.

What do I need in my Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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 Scandinavian 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.
Southern River
Southern River
Red Lily RenovationsRed Lily Renovations
I love creating functional spaces so making sure the laundry worked well was a priority. A pull-out dirty clothes basket was a practical inclusion, but it’s the custom-made drawer that fits the washing basket that has really made a difference to the room’s functionality. Tanya can bring the washing in and put it straight into the drawer until she’s ready to fold it. This keeps the bench clear and creates a more efficient working area.
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