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Aria
Aria
Micamy Design StudioMicamy Design Studio
Inspiration for a small romantic laundry cupboard in Jacksonville with a side by side washer and dryer.
2015 Parade of Homes
2015 Parade of Homes
C.F. Olsen HomesC.F. Olsen Homes
Inspiration for a romantic utility room in Salt Lake City.
Pink Durat Countertop
Pink Durat Countertop
CaraGreenCaraGreen
Pink Durat countertop in color 650 in an all-white laundry room.
Inspiration for a vintage utility room with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer and pink worktops.
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Parson
Cabinets by TrivonnaCabinets by Trivonna
Photo by Ross Irwin --- The laundry room with off-white cabinets and sleek design makes the laundry chores less daunting. This space is packed with conveniences. There's space to fold clothes, a hanging rod to drip dry the delicates and a tall cabinets to hide brooms and mops.
Laundry Room Makeover
Laundry Room Makeover
Designed with Grace & JoyDesigned with Grace & Joy
Inspiration for a shabby-chic style utility room in Los Angeles.
2nd Story Additions
2nd Story Additions
Incredible Homes & RenovationsIncredible Homes & Renovations
Inspiration for a romantic utility room in Houston.
Villa Unifamiliare 130mq
Villa Unifamiliare 130mq
T_C_Interior_Design___T_C_Interior_Design___
This is an example of a shabby-chic style utility room in Catania-Palermo.
Sterling Ridge French Country
Sterling Ridge French Country
Advanced House PlansAdvanced House Plans
DeSoice
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style utility room in Omaha.
Laundry Closet
Laundry Closet
Barb BaugherBarb Baugher
Inspiration for a vintage utility room in Columbus.
Boston Laundry Room Renovation
Boston Laundry Room Renovation
StoneImpressionsStoneImpressions
Interior Designer and Blogger Jacquelyn Clark (Lark + Linen) recently renovated her friend's Boston mudroom/laundry room and featured the Ellipse Pattern as the floor tile. The Ellipse Pattern is available on 12x12 honed Carrara in 2 different colorways. The Ellipse is part of our in-stock collection, Artisan Stone Tile and available to ship within 5 days. Our tile is suitable for all light residential flooring.
Limited Space Bathroom/Laundry Room Renovation
Limited Space Bathroom/Laundry Room Renovation
Bassett Homes LLCBassett Homes LLC
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This is an example of a shabby-chic style utility room in Charlotte.
Glenelg
Glenelg
Renee Dodson: Interior & Kitchen DesignRenee Dodson: Interior & Kitchen Design
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style utility room in Other.
LOVELY LAUNDRY
LOVELY LAUNDRY
Sovereign Style InteriorsSovereign Style Interiors
Photo of a romantic utility room in Edmonton.
Pewaukee - Laundry Room
Pewaukee - Laundry Room
Colleen Horner Design StudioColleen Horner Design Studio
Designed by Jeff Oppermann
Photo of a large vintage utility room in Milwaukee with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
GLENHOPE RESIDENCE
GLENHOPE RESIDENCE
Kitchens by EmanuelKitchens by Emanuel
TWO TONE. - Dulux 'Black' - Dulux 'Lexicon' 1/4 strength - 80mm thick 'Michaelangelo' Quantum Quartz bench tops - 'Michaelangelo' Quantum Quartz splash back - Blanco sink & tap - Shaker profile polyurethane doors - Custom library/bookshelf to match kitchen - Custom ladder - Blum hardware - Black handles - Integrated Fridge/Freezer Leiebherr - Laundry Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel
The White House
The White House
McAtamney CabinetsMcAtamney Cabinets
A stunning white laundry with shaker doors and cupboards, white caesar stone tops (cosmopolitan white) and dainty knobs. Who says a laundry should be dull? Photo by @karalway
Bathroom - Laundry & Ensuite Renovation - West Leederville, Western Australia
Bathroom - Laundry & Ensuite Renovation - West Leederville, Western Australia
Smart Style BathroomsSmart Style Bathrooms
This is an example of a romantic utility room in Perth.
Potomac, MD Shabby-Chic Whole-House Remodel
Potomac, MD Shabby-Chic Whole-House Remodel
FineCraft Contractors, Inc.FineCraft Contractors, Inc.
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style utility room in DC Metro.
Reforma ampliación "Cuarto de plancha"
Reforma ampliación "Cuarto de plancha"
JGill InteriorismoJGill Interiorismo
Vintage utility room in Other.

Shabby-Chic Style Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style utility design.

What do I need in my shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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.
Extravagance on the River
Extravagance on the River
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Large laundry space give the user everything they need.
Design ideas for a large vintage galley utility room in New York with a built-in sink, white cabinets, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and raised-panel cabinets.
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