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Utility Room with a Side By Side Washer and Dryer Ideas and Designs

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Affirmations of Morris
Affirmations of Morris
H2 Design StudioH2 Design Studio
Fun & Colourful makes Laundry less of a chore! durable quartz countertops are perfect for heavy duty utility rooms. An open shelf above the machines offers great storage and easy access to detergents and cleaning supplies
Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area
Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area
Stebnitz Builders, Inc.Stebnitz Builders, Inc.
This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home
Remodeling & Design Project
Remodeling & Design Project
By Design Consulting, LLCBy Design Consulting, LLC
Photo of a l-shaped separated utility room in Charleston with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and black worktops.
Larchmont Mud/ Laundry Room
Larchmont Mud/ Laundry Room
Debra Kling Colour ConsultantDebra Kling Colour Consultant
Laundry/ Mud Room Combination in a busy Colonial home.
Medium sized rural separated utility room in New York with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Modern Laundry Room
Modern Laundry Room
Inspiration for a modern single-wall utility room in Brisbane with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, concrete flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Farm House
Farm House
Carey's Custom Woodworking, IncCarey's Custom Woodworking, Inc
Custom laundry room cabinets with a white finish.
This is an example of a medium sized rural utility room in Portland with a built-in sink, white cabinets, window splashback, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.
Claremont Plan
Claremont Plan
King's Court Builders, Inc.King's Court Builders, Inc.
Large laundry room with a large sink, black cabinetry and plenty of room for folding and hanging clothing.
Inspiration for a large country galley separated utility room in Chicago with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floors.
The Cove- DuRant Luxury Custom Designed Home on Daniel Island
The Cove- DuRant Luxury Custom Designed Home on Daniel Island
Delpino Custom HomesDelpino Custom Homes
This is an example of an expansive coastal l-shaped utility room in Charleston with a submerged sink, beaded cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, white walls, brick flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Shifting Gears
Shifting Gears
Esslinger Design CompanyEsslinger Design Company
Photography by Picture Perfect House
Photo of a medium sized traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Fleetwood Ivy Wall
Fleetwood Ivy Wall
Expertise Construction | Custom Cabinets & DesignExpertise Construction | Custom Cabinets & Design
Small classic single-wall separated utility room in Houston with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a built-in sink, wood worktops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, blue floors and brown worktops.
Bespoke Utility Boot Room
Bespoke Utility Boot Room
Christopher HowardChristopher Howard
​As part of a commission for a bespoke kitchen, we maximised this additional space for a utility boot room.
This is an example of a small farmhouse utility room in Edinburgh with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Secluded Ct
Secluded Ct
Riverside Builders, Inc.Riverside Builders, Inc.
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped separated utility room in Sacramento with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Hildebrandt basement
Hildebrandt basement
Ruffner Remodeling and Repair, LLCRuffner Remodeling and Repair, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, laminate countertops, white walls, carpet, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and exposed beams.
Transitional Farmhouse
Transitional Farmhouse
Woodharbor Custom CabinetryWoodharbor Custom Cabinetry
Chelsea door, Slab & Manor Flat drawer fronts, Designer White enamel.
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped utility room in Other with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, slate flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Luxurious Basement
Luxurious Basement
MAC Renovations LTD.MAC Renovations LTD.
Medium sized traditional single-wall separated utility room in Vancouver with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Meadow Crossing Modern Farmhouse
Meadow Crossing Modern Farmhouse
42 North - Architecture + Design42 North - Architecture + Design
This is an example of an u-shaped utility room in Grand Rapids with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and black worktops.
2020 Parade of Homes "The Tree House
2020 Parade of Homes "The Tree House
Interior Design CenterInterior Design Center
Craft Room
Modern u-shaped utility room in Salt Lake City with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Vaulted Laundry with Patterned Floors
Vaulted Laundry with Patterned Floors
Enfort HomesEnfort Homes
Enfort Homes - 2019
Photo of a large farmhouse separated utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Laundry Room Dog Washing Station
Laundry Room Dog Washing Station
Kelle Dame InteriorsKelle Dame Interiors
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Milwaukee with white cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
GMI Design GroupGMI Design Group
This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.

Utility Room with a Side By Side Washer and Dryer 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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