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Small Utility Room with a Belfast Sink Ideas and Designs

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Modern Industrial Aesthetic - Large Extension & Mezzanine Study
Modern Industrial Aesthetic - Large Extension & Mezzanine Study
ArchiNature PhotographyArchiNature Photography
Design ideas for a small modern galley utility room in London with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, white worktops, ceramic splashback and multi-coloured floors.
Gale-Rew Custom/Marx
Gale-Rew Custom/Marx
Gale Rew Construction, Inc.Gale Rew Construction, Inc.
Photos by Becky Pospical Mudroom-Laundry room combo
Photo of a small farmhouse u-shaped utility room in Other with a belfast sink, pink walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and black floors.
Garage Conversion into Bedroom Suite, Storage & Laundry Room
Garage Conversion into Bedroom Suite, Storage & Laundry Room
Angelica Christi · DesignAngelica Christi · Design
Functional and easy access from kitchen or side entrance for this garage renovation
Inspiration for a small coastal utility room in San Diego with a belfast sink, wood worktops and a side by side washer and dryer.
Puttenham Traditional Shaker Kitchen
Puttenham Traditional Shaker Kitchen
Higham FurnitureHigham Furniture
Our clients had space for a small utility at the back of the house. A lovely little space, it even has space for a dog bed, which we get asked to do quite often. The sink is a Caple Butler sink and the tap is a Perrin and Rowe Armstrong Mixer tap with a pull-down rinse - very handy in a utility room.
Chatsworth Residence Renovation
Chatsworth Residence Renovation
David Stumpf Architecture LLCDavid Stumpf Architecture LLC
The Chatsworth Residence was a complete renovation of a 1950's suburban Dallas ranch home. From the offset of this project, the owner intended for this to be a real estate investment property, and subsequently contracted David to develop a design design that would appeal to a broad rental market and to lead the renovation project. The scope of the renovation to this residence included a semi-gut down to the studs, new roof, new HVAC system, new kitchen, new laundry area, and a full rehabilitation of the property. Maintaining a tight budget for the project, David worked with the owner to maintain a high level of craftsmanship and quality of work throughout the project.
Westside Laundry/Mudroom
Westside Laundry/Mudroom
Kriste Michelini InteriorsKriste Michelini Interiors
Conroy + Tanzer
Inspiration for a small classic galley utility room in San Francisco with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, slate flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Trisa & Co. Interior DesignTrisa & Co. Interior Design
Eric Neurath Photography, Styled by Trisa Katsikapes, Design and Remodel by Trisa & Co. Interior Design and Pantry and Latch.
This is an example of a small classic galley utility room in Seattle with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate countertops, grey walls, vinyl flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Lancashire House
Lancashire House
JAS Building ServicesJAS Building Services
Charlie O'Beirne
Photo of a small contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and brown worktops.
Nashville Laundry Room
Nashville Laundry Room
Usable Space Interiors, LLCUsable Space Interiors, LLC
Design ideas for a small rural utility room in Nashville with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, brick flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and black worktops.
Colorful studio apartment
Colorful studio apartment
Crewzz, IncCrewzz, Inc
Elegant laundry room with moroccan tile.
Inspiration for a small eclectic l-shaped separated utility room in Los Angeles with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, an integrated washer and dryer and blue worktops.
A Classic Country Period Property by Burlanes
A Classic Country Period Property by Burlanes
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
We see so many beautiful homes in so many amazing locations, but every now and then we step into a home that really does take our breath away! Located on the most wonderfully serene country lane in the heart of East Sussex, Mr & Mrs Carter's home really is one of a kind. A period property originally built in the 14th century, it holds so much incredible history, and has housed many families over the hundreds of years. Burlanes were commissioned to design, create and install the kitchen and utility room, and a number of other rooms in the home, including the family bathroom, the master en-suite and dressing room, and bespoke shoe storage for the entrance hall.
Oasis Blue Kitchen
Oasis Blue Kitchen
White Wood KitchensWhite Wood Kitchens
This Diamond Cabinetry kitchen designed by White Wood Kitchens reflects the owners' love of Cape Life. The cabinets are maple painted an "Oasis" blue. The countertops are Saravii Curava, which are countertops made out of recycled glass. With stainless steel appliances and a farm sink, this kitchen is perfectly suited for days on Cape Cod. The bathroom includes Versiniti cabinetry, including a vanity and two cabinets for above the sink and the toilet. Builder: McPhee Builders.
Laundry Mudroom
Laundry Mudroom
Elkins InteriorsElkins Interiors
This small addition packs a punch with tons of storage and a functional laundry space. Shoe cubbies, fluted apron sink, and upholstered bench round out the stunning features that make laundry more enjoyable.
Victorian Utility Room
Victorian Utility Room
LNDesignsLNDesigns
This reconfiguration project was a classic case of rooms not fit for purpose, with the back door leading directly into a home-office (not very productive when the family are in and out), so we reconfigured the spaces and the office became a utility room. The area was kept tidy and clean with inbuilt cupboards, stacking the washer and tumble drier to save space. The Belfast sink was saved from the old utility room and complemented with beautiful Victorian-style mosaic flooring. Now the family can kick off their boots and hang up their coats at the back door without muddying the house up!
Itty Bitty Laundry
Itty Bitty Laundry
DesignDesign
This pint sized laundry room is stocked full of the essentials. Miele's compact washer and dryer fit snugly under counter. Flanked by an adorable single bowl farm sink this laundry room is up to the task. Plenty of storage lurks behind the cabinet setting on the counter.
Project Sunnyside Farms
Project Sunnyside Farms
Chelsea Design CompanyChelsea Design Company
Small rural l-shaped separated utility room in St Louis with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black worktops and a timber clad ceiling.
Bel Mare Renovation
Bel Mare Renovation
Your Home DesignsYour Home Designs
Oceanfront apartment retro renovation in Port Stephens. Featuring retro tiles, built-in laundry cabinet with overmount sink and custom built-in cupboards.
On the Backstretch
On the Backstretch
Housewright Cabinetry LLCHousewright Cabinetry LLC
This is an example of a small classic single-wall separated utility room in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, mosaic tiled splashback, white walls, vinyl flooring, multi-coloured floors and black worktops.
Coastal Cozy
Coastal Cozy
Kimberley Kay InteriorsKimberley Kay Interiors
New floor tile + white paint
Photo of a small coastal galley separated utility room in Phoenix with a belfast sink, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and blue floors.
Gaven Laundry
Gaven Laundry
WILLOW + FINCH InteriorsWILLOW + FINCH Interiors
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Gold Coast - Tweed with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, concrete worktops, mosaic tiled splashback, beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and grey worktops.

Small Utility Room with a Belfast Sink Ideas and Designs

A well designed 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 utility design.

What do I need in my 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 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 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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