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Craftsman Laundry Room
Craftsman Laundry Room
This is an example of a classic utility room in San Francisco.
The Cimarron: Southern Living - Cypress, TX
The Cimarron: Southern Living - Cypress, TX
Morning Star Builders LTDMorning Star Builders LTD
Kolanowski Studio
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Houston with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone worktops, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige walls and beige worktops.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Pam Chapman ArchitectPam Chapman Architect
Large classic utility room in Dallas.
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Home Inspiration
Home Inspiration
InsidesignInsidesign
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional single-wall utility room in Atlanta with a side by side washer and dryer, open cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood flooring and green walls.
Mid-Century Modern Willow Bend Custom Design
Mid-Century Modern Willow Bend Custom Design
Nicole Arnold InteriorsNicole Arnold Interiors
This quaint home, located in Plano’s prestigious Willow Bend Polo Club, underwent some super fun updates during our renovation and refurnishing project! The clients’ love for bright colors, mid-century modern elements, and bold looks led us to designing a black and white bathroom with black paned glass, colorful hues in the game room and bedrooms, and a sleek new “work from home” space for working in style. The clients love using their new spaces and have decided to let us continue designing these looks throughout additional areas in the home!
Marina Del Rey
Marina Del Rey
Haefele DesignHaefele Design
Mark Lohman photography
Inspiration for a contemporary utility room in Los Angeles with a submerged sink and white worktops.
Ross (Main Bathroom, Laundry, 2 Powder Rooms)
Ross (Main Bathroom, Laundry, 2 Powder Rooms)
Yeomans Design and BuildYeomans Design and Build
Inspiration for a traditional utility room in Melbourne.
Реализация квартиры в стиле современная классика для семейной пары с ребенком
Реализация квартиры в стиле современная классика для семейной пары с ребенком
Студия дизайна и ремонта «Ярус»Студия дизайна и ремонта «Ярус»
Design ideas for a contemporary utility room in Other.
French Country Charm- Laundry Room and Mud Room Area
French Country Charm- Laundry Room and Mud Room Area
SWANSON RENOVATIONS - LUXURY DESIGN & BUILDSWANSON RENOVATIONS - LUXURY DESIGN & BUILD
This French country laundry room is distinguished by its elegant grey cabinetry with intricate paneling and classic brass hardware. A standout feature is the set of warming drawers, their practical presence integrated seamlessly into the design with white front panels and sleek handles. Above the warming drawers, a solid wood countertop offers a warm contrast to the cool grey tones, providing a perfect spot for a cheerful bouquet and home essentials. The side of one cabinet is adorned with a mesh screen detail, marrying functionality with design by concealing contents while adding textural interest.
Квартира 100кв.м.
Квартира 100кв.м.
Polukhina DesignPolukhina Design
Classic utility room in Other.
Northridge
Northridge
Theresa Ory InteriorsTheresa Ory Interiors
This is an example of a classic utility room in Atlanta.
Historic Home Remodel
Historic Home Remodel
Quality Design & RemodelQuality Design & Remodel
Design ideas for an utility room.
The Grove House
The Grove House
Kathryn Murphy InteriorsKathryn Murphy Interiors
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped separated utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, blue splashback, tonge and groove splashback, white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors, brown worktops and wallpapered walls.
Virginia Highland Bungalow Renovation
Virginia Highland Bungalow Renovation
Copper Sky Design + RemodelCopper Sky Design + Remodel
A quintessential 1925 bungalow located in the charming neighborhood of Virginia Highland in Atlanta, this project included a renovation of the kitchen, family room and powder room on the first floor, and the laundry and primary bath on the second. The Copper Sky Design + Remodel team reconfigured the first floor to better accommodate additional cabinetry and an island in the kitchen by borrowing space from what was a full bathroom and converting it to a half bath. Upstairs, unfinished attic space was converted to a roomy laundry room while the 200 square foot primary bath remained in its original footprint.
Williams Bay House
Williams Bay House
Laura Design CompanyLaura Design Company
This is an example of a beach style utility room in Chicago.
Temple Street
Temple Street
nest + companynest + company
Inspiration for a classic utility room in Boston.
Allen Abode Laundry Room
Allen Abode Laundry Room
Habitat StudioHabitat Studio
This is an example of a scandinavian utility room in Edmonton.
Shawnigan Lake
Shawnigan Lake
Andrea Rodman InteriorsAndrea Rodman Interiors
Design ideas for a beach style utility room in Vancouver.
Severn River Renovation
Severn River Renovation
Mueller Homes IncMueller Homes Inc
Design ideas for a beach style utility room in Baltimore.

Utility Room 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.
Laundry Room with Playful Wallpaper and Matching Textiles
Laundry Room with Playful Wallpaper and Matching Textiles
C&K Custom Remodeling Inc.C&K Custom Remodeling Inc.
1912 Historic Landmark remodeled to have modern amenities while paying homage to the home's architectural style.
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped separated utility room in Portland with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, multi-coloured walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, a timber clad ceiling and wallpapered walls.
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