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San Francisco Duboce Triangle Edwardian
San Francisco Duboce Triangle Edwardian
Design Set MatchDesign Set Match
Treve Johnson Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Clean & Classic
Clean & Classic
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Design by Joanna Hartman Photography by Ryann Ford Styling by Adam Fortner This space features shaker-style cabinets by Amazonia Cabinetry, hardware from Restoration Hardware and Pottery Barn selected by PPOC, Crema Marfil Honed 12x12 floor tile and Rittenhouse 3x6 white gloss backsplash tile, and Benjamin Moore "Stonington Gray" for the accent wall.
Traditional Laundry Room
Traditional Laundry Room
Traditional utility room in DC Metro.
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Garden Hills Residence
Garden Hills Residence
Rabaut Design Associates, Inc.Rabaut Design Associates, Inc.
Chris Little Photography
This is an example of a traditional utility room in Atlanta with white cabinets, white worktops, a built-in sink and a dado rail.
Beverly Hills Kitchen, Nook, Mud Room, Laundry Room & Garage Addition
Beverly Hills Kitchen, Nook, Mud Room, Laundry Room & Garage Addition
MainStreet Design BuildMainStreet Design Build
On April 22, 2013, MainStreet Design Build began a 6-month construction project that ended November 1, 2013 with a beautiful 655 square foot addition off the rear of this client's home. The addition included this gorgeous custom kitchen, a large mudroom with a locker for everyone in the house, a brand new laundry room and 3rd car garage. As part of the renovation, a 2nd floor closet was also converted into a full bathroom, attached to a child’s bedroom; the formal living room and dining room were opened up to one another with custom columns that coordinated with existing columns in the family room and kitchen; and the front entry stairwell received a complete re-design. KateBenjamin Photography
Fremont Residence
Fremont Residence
SPACE Architects + PlannersSPACE Architects + Planners
Eric Hausman Photography
Design ideas for an eclectic utility room in Chicago.
Laundry Room With Fold Out Ironing Board
Laundry Room With Fold Out Ironing Board
The Closet Works, Inc.The Closet Works, Inc.
This laundry room features a very useful fold out ironing board for touch ups plus roll out baskets.
This is an example of a traditional single-wall utility room in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, a side by side washer and dryer and white walls.
Woodinville Retreat
Woodinville Retreat
UserUser
Playful Bubblicious tile acts as a backsplash in this simple, spacious laundry room. Photo: Matt Edington
Inspiration for a traditional galley separated utility room in Seattle with a built-in sink.
#Pelican Sound Oasis
#Pelican Sound Oasis
Angie Keyes CKBDAngie Keyes CKBD
This is an example of a traditional utility room in Miami.
Alvarado Transitional
Alvarado Transitional
Patterson Custom HomesPatterson Custom Homes
Design ideas for a coastal utility room in Orange County.
Northridge
Northridge
Theresa Ory InteriorsTheresa Ory Interiors
This is an example of a classic utility room in Atlanta.
Transformation d'un 70m2 acheté sur plan
Transformation d'un 70m2 acheté sur plan
Alix Bresson Architecture d'intérieur & DesignAlix Bresson Architecture d'intérieur & Design
Design ideas for an eclectic utility room in Paris.
custom laundry room cabinetry
custom laundry room cabinetry
G&H Cabinetry and WoodworksG&H Cabinetry and Woodworks
Step into a world of timeless elegance and practical sophistication with our custom cabinetry designed for the modern laundry room. Nestled within the confines of a space boasting lofty 10-foot ceilings, this bespoke arrangement effortlessly blends form and function to elevate your laundering experience to new heights. At the heart of the room lies a stacked washer and dryer unit, seamlessly integrated into the cabinetry. Standing tall against the expansive backdrop, the cabinetry surrounding the appliances is crafted with meticulous attention to detail. Each cabinet is adorned with opulent gold knobs, adding a touch of refined luxury to the utilitarian space. The rich, dark green hue of the cabinetry envelops the room in an aura of understated opulence, lending a sense of warmth and depth to the environment. Above the washer and dryer, a series of cabinets provide ample storage for all your laundry essentials. With sleek, minimalist design lines and the same lustrous gold hardware, these cabinets offer both practicality and visual appeal. A sink cabinet stands adjacent, offering a convenient spot for tackling stubborn stains and delicate hand-washables. Its smooth surface and seamless integration into the cabinetry ensure a cohesive aesthetic throughout the room. Complementing the structured elegance of the cabinetry are floating shelves crafted from exquisite white oak. These shelves offer a perfect balance of functionality and style, providing a display space for decorative accents or practical storage for frequently used items. Their airy design adds a sense of openness to the room, harmonizing effortlessly with the lofty proportions of the space. In this meticulously curated laundry room, every element has been thoughtfully selected to create a sanctuary of efficiency and beauty. From the custom cabinetry in striking dark green with gilded accents to the organic warmth of white oak floating shelves, every detail harmonizes to create a space that transcends mere utility, inviting you to embrace the art of domestic indulgence.
The Wimbledon Project
The Wimbledon Project
Herringbone KitchensHerringbone Kitchens
Utility room in London.
Alameda Bathrooms
Alameda Bathrooms
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
We re-designed and renovated three bathrooms and a laundry/mudroom in this builder-grade tract home. All finishes were carefully sourced, and all millwork was designed and custom-built.
Forest Drive Project #2
Forest Drive Project #2
Spruill Custom Homes, LLCSpruill Custom Homes, LLC
Photo of a classic utility room in Dallas.
Various projects for architects and Contractors
Various projects for architects and Contractors
Vaughan Creative MediaVaughan Creative Media
Inspiration for a classic utility room in Dallas.
Builders own home in Redwood City
Builders own home in Redwood City
Agnieszka Jakubowicz PHOTOGRAPHYAgnieszka Jakubowicz PHOTOGRAPHY
Build+Design: EBCON Corporation, Zuzana Ozel / Styling: Rachel Forslund / Photography: Agnieszka Jakubowicz
Contemporary utility room in San Francisco.
Gorgeous Remodel by John Fuchs Properties, Construction & Real Estate
Gorgeous Remodel by John Fuchs Properties, Construction & Real Estate
Barnes Photographics - Genia BarnesBarnes Photographics - Genia Barnes
Photo of a midcentury utility room in Other.

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.
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