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Caledonia Mud Room Addition For Dogs
Caledonia Mud Room Addition For Dogs
S.J. Janis Company, Inc.S.J. Janis Company, Inc.
After the renovation, the dogs have their own personal bowls and a customized washing area for when they come in from outside. The standing height dog washing station includes a Sterling shower base and Delta wall mount hand shower for easy washing without back pain. Even better, the lower cabinet opens up exposing retractable stairs for the retrievers’ easy access to bathing. An Elkay under mount sink for fresh water and easy draining was complimented by a Kohler Purist Lavatory faucet. These dogs quite possibly are the only ones with their own under mount sink! Plato Prelude cabinets provide plenty of cabinet space for dog food and other items. One golden retriever and four flat coated retrievers = a lot of food storage needs! To the left of the washing station is a food prep area and a medication storage location to keep everything organized. Porcelain fired earth ceramics 18" field tile was installed for a durable floor. An LG Hi-Macs Volcanics Solid Surface material was used on the counter tops featuring built-in food bowls. The dogs love the new amenities but the homeowners have a spectacular kitchen, improved dining/coffee experience, an efficient flow from the kitchen to the backyard, and functional designs to make their life easier.
Traditional blue shaker utility
Traditional blue shaker utility
First Sense InteriorsFirst Sense Interiors
This is an example of a small traditional utility room in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, blue walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, white worktops and tongue and groove walls.
Organizational Accessories
Organizational Accessories
Sue Pike/Closet Factory - Richmond, VirginiaSue Pike/Closet Factory - Richmond, Virginia
Photo of a classic utility room in Richmond.
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Dog Friendly Remodel
Dog Friendly Remodel
Four Brothers Design + BuildFour Brothers Design + Build
This is an example of a medium sized classic l-shaped utility room in DC Metro with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Transitional Functionality
Transitional Functionality
Cabinet Concepts by DesignCabinet Concepts by Design
Chrome hanging rods installed inside cabinetry
Design ideas for a traditional utility room in Other.
Catawba Island Lakefront Home, Mud Room & Laundry Room
Catawba Island Lakefront Home, Mud Room & Laundry Room
House of LHouse of L
Jason Miller, Pixelate LTD
Photo of a classic separated utility room in Cleveland with beaded cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls and white worktops.
Milton Lake House
Milton Lake House
LuxeMark CompanyLuxeMark Company
Photos By Tad Davis
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Raleigh with a submerged sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey worktops, shaker cabinets, grey floors and feature lighting.
Howell Residence
Howell Residence
Design Actually, LLCDesign Actually, LLC
Ample storage and function were an important feature for the homeowner. Beth worked in unison with the contractor to design a custom hanging, pull-out system. The functional shelf glides out when needed, and stores neatly away when not in use. The contractor also installed a hanging rod above the washer and dryer. You can never have too much hanging space! Beth purchased mesh laundry baskets on wheels to alleviate the musty smell of dirty laundry, and a broom closet for cleaning items. There is even a cozy little nook for the family dog.
Traditional Laundry Room
Traditional Laundry Room
Photo of a traditional utility room in Minneapolis.
Designs Featuring Inspired Closets
Designs Featuring Inspired Closets
Inspired Closets NashvilleInspired Closets Nashville
Photo of a classic single-wall separated utility room in Nashville with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
dogs dream
dogs dream
Artistic Renovations of Ohio LLCArtistic Renovations of Ohio LLC
this dog wash is a great place to clean up your pets and give them the spa treatment they deserve. There is even an area to relax for your pet under the counter in the padded cabinet.
Modern Classic Whole Home
Modern Classic Whole Home
Natalia Avalos Interiors LLCNatalia Avalos Interiors LLC
Design ideas for a classic utility room in San Francisco.
Lake Minnetonka New Construction
Lake Minnetonka New Construction
Vivid Interior Design - Danielle LovenVivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven
Hendel Homes Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a traditional separated utility room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a side by side washer and dryer, a belfast sink, grey floors, black worktops and grey walls.
Kingsway
Kingsway
Pizzale Design Inc.Pizzale Design Inc.
This contemporary compact laundry room packs a lot of punch and personality. With it's gold fixtures and hardware adding some glitz, the grey cabinetry, industrial floors and patterned backsplash tile brings interest to this small space. Fully loaded with hanging racks, large accommodating sink, vacuum/ironing board storage & laundry shoot, this laundry room is not only stylish but function forward.
DSSecretClient
DSSecretClient
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Picture Perfect House
Design ideas for a medium sized classic single-wall utility room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, grey worktops, a submerged sink, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floors.
Deerfield
Deerfield
AG&M Nashville (Architectural Granite & Marble)AG&M Nashville (Architectural Granite & Marble)
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped separated utility room in Nashville with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, engineered stone countertops, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown walls.
Woodchuck Kitchen Renovation
Woodchuck Kitchen Renovation
Terracotta Design BuildTerracotta Design Build
Jeff Herr
This is an example of a medium sized traditional utility room in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring and wood worktops.
Ballard Second-Story Addition
Ballard Second-Story Addition
Jackson Design BuildJackson Design Build
Classic utility room in Seattle.
Alhambra Circle
Alhambra Circle
Split Level Construction, IncSplit Level Construction, Inc
Photo of a classic utility room in Miami.

Traditional Utility Room Ideas and Designs

A well designed traditional 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 traditional utility design.

What do I need in my traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.
Whitewing
Whitewing
AFT ConstructionAFT Construction
High Res Media
This is an example of a large classic u-shaped separated utility room in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood flooring, engineered stone countertops, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors, white worktops and a built-in sink.
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