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Utility Room with a Built-in Sink and Flat-panel Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Rickmansworth Property Development
Rickmansworth Property Development
Chantel Elshout StudioChantel Elshout Studio
Contemporary laundry and utility room in Cashmere with Wenge effect worktops. Elevated Miele washing machine and tumble dryer with pull-out shelf below for easy changeover of loads.
Upscale Transitional
Upscale Transitional
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic l-shaped separated utility room in Omaha with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors, grey cabinets and beige walls.
Holiday Home
Holiday Home
Impala Kitchens and BathroomsImpala Kitchens and Bathrooms
DESIGN BRIEF “A family home to be lived in not just looked at” placed functionality as main priority in the extensive renovation of this coastal holiday home. Existing layout featured: – Inadequate bench space in the cooking zone – An impractical and overly large walk in pantry – Torturous angles in the design of the house made work zones cramped with a frenetic aesthetic at odds with the linear skylights creating disharmony and an unbalanced feel to the entire space. – Unappealing seating zones, not utilising the amazing view or north face space WISH LIST – Comfortable retreat for two people and extend family, with space for multiple cooks to work in the kitchen together or to a functional work zone for a couple. DESIGN SOLUTION – Removal of awkward angle walls creating more space for a larger kitchen – External angles which couldn’t be modified are hidden, creating a rational, serene space where the skylights run parallel to walls and fittings. NEW KITCHEN FEATURES – A highly functional layout with well-defined and spacious cooking, preparing and storage zones. – Generous bench space around cooktop and sink provide great workability in a small space – An inviting island bench for relaxing, working and entertaining for one or many cooks – A light filled interior with ocean views from several vantage points in the kitchen – An appliance/pantry with sliding for easy access to plentiful storage and hidden appliance use to keep the kitchen streamlined and easy to keep tidy. – A light filled interior with ocean views from several vantage points in the kitchen – Refined aesthetics which welcomes, relax and allows for individuality with warm timber open shelves curate collections that make the space feel like it’s a home always on holidays.
Ultra Abode
Ultra Abode
Tempus Design Studio Pty LtdTempus Design Studio Pty Ltd
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
BOLD + BEAUTIFUL
BOLD + BEAUTIFUL
Niche Design Co | Chelsey MathiesonNiche Design Co | Chelsey Mathieson
Inspiration for a medium sized modern single-wall utility room in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, concrete flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Modern Fleming Island Home
Modern Fleming Island Home
BeeTree HomesBeeTree Homes
This is an example of a contemporary utility room in Jacksonville with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood worktops, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and brown worktops.
Laundry Heaven
Laundry Heaven
Lux InteriorsLux Interiors
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley separated utility room in Perth with a built-in sink, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, white worktops and flat-panel cabinets.
Glenelg
Glenelg
Urban HabitatsUrban Habitats
Colindale Design / CR3 Studio
Photo of a small beach style l-shaped separated utility room in Adelaide with a built-in sink, white cabinets, wood worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown worktops, flat-panel cabinets and grey floors.
Pacific Parade Duplex
Pacific Parade Duplex
PRG ArchitectsPRG Architects
Inspiration for a coastal single-wall separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, beige floors and white worktops.
Modern Mountain Home
Modern Mountain Home
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Shop the Look, See the Photo Tour here: https://www.studio-mcgee.com/studioblog/2016/4/4/modern-mountain-home-tour Watch the Webisode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JtwvqrNPjhU Travis J Photography
Immagini ambientate prodotti ASTRO
Immagini ambientate prodotti ASTRO
UserUser
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Venice with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white walls and brown worktops.
Josephine Design
Josephine Design
Josephine Design LLCJosephine Design LLC
Laundry room in a Brooklyn brownstone
Design ideas for a contemporary utility room in New York with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry
Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry
Northern Beaches Kitchens and BathroomsNorthern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms
Inspiration for a small modern galley utility room in Sydney with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and multicoloured worktops.
Aspley House
Aspley House
Bella Vie InteriorsBella Vie Interiors
Modern scandinavian inspired laundry. Features grey and white encaustic patterned floor tiles, pale blue wall tiles and chrome taps.
Design ideas for a medium sized nautical single-wall separated utility room in Brisbane with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Aria di rinnovamento - Progetto in corso
Aria di rinnovamento - Progetto in corso
LiadesignLiadesign
Lidesign
Inspiration for a small scandinavian single-wall utility room in Milan with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate countertops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors, black worktops and a drop ceiling.
Penthouse Condo
Penthouse Condo
Lesley Brookes DesignLesley Brookes Design
Design ideas for a medium sized scandi l-shaped separated utility room in Toronto with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and black worktops.
Coastal Views from Doonan
Coastal Views from Doonan
Green Earth HomesGreen Earth Homes
Simply Laundry in the garage
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall utility room in Sunshine Coast with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors and white worktops.
The Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo
Tradewinds General Contracting, Inc.Tradewinds General Contracting, Inc.
Traditional separated utility room in Boise with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, vinyl flooring and blue cabinets.
Mont Albert
Mont Albert
Jane Gorman Decorators & DevelopersJane Gorman Decorators & Developers
Bergsproduction
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley laundry cupboard in Melbourne with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone worktops, white walls, marble flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white floors.
Thorncliff Home
Thorncliff Home
West Coast WindowsWest Coast Windows
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Vancouver with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.

Utility Room with a Built-in Sink and Flat-panel Cabinets 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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