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Utility Room with a Single-bowl Sink and Shaker Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Monochrome Modern Hampton Style Laundry
Monochrome Modern Hampton Style Laundry
Kellyville KitchensKellyville Kitchens
Photo of a small contemporary galley utility room in Sydney with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, a single-bowl sink, engineered stone countertops, white walls, light hardwood flooring, brown floors and white 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.
Brooklyn
Brooklyn
P.A.H. Innovative ConstructionP.A.H. Innovative Construction
Design ideas for an utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, marble flooring, white floors and white worktops.
Organized Mudroom and Laundry
Organized Mudroom and Laundry
Innovative Design BuildInnovative Design Build
We redesigned this client’s laundry space so that it now functions as a Mudroom and Laundry. There is a place for everything including drying racks and charging station for this busy family. Now there are smiles when they walk in to this charming bright room because it has ample storage and space to work!
Water Front Home
Water Front Home
Rossi Construction Inc.Rossi Construction Inc.
This is an example of a large contemporary galley utility room in Tampa with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and grey worktops.
Potomac
Potomac
Annie Elliott DesignAnnie Elliott Design
Traditional utility room in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a stacked washer and dryer, red floors and white worktops.
The utility room for furnished in a matching range of furniture
The utility room for furnished in a matching range of furniture
Roots Kitchens Bedrooms BathroomsRoots Kitchens Bedrooms Bathrooms
Frankie & Friends Photography
Photo of a medium sized nautical galley utility room in Kent with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, quartz worktops and white worktops.
The Bayberry - Richmond Homearama 2018
The Bayberry - Richmond Homearama 2018
Biringer Builders, Inc.Biringer Builders, Inc.
Photography by HD Bros
Large rustic utility room in Richmond with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, ceramic flooring and beige floors.
Laundry and More - Hanover, MA
Laundry and More - Hanover, MA
Transitions Kitchens and BathsTransitions Kitchens and Baths
This laundry room design is exactly what every home needs! As a dedicated utility, storage, and laundry room, it includes space to store laundry supplies, pet products, and much more. It also incorporates a utility sink, countertop, and dedicated areas to sort dirty clothes and hang wet clothes to dry. The space also includes a relaxing bench set into the wall of cabinetry. Photos by Susan Hagstrom
The Ultimate Utility and Boot Room
The Ultimate Utility and Boot Room
burlanes interiorsburlanes interiors
Whether it’s used as a laundry, cloakroom, stashing sports gear or for extra storage space a utility and boot room will help keep your kitchen clutter-free and ensure everything in your busy household is streamlined and organised! Our head designer worked very closely with the clients on this project to create a utility and boot room that worked for all the family needs and made sure there was a place for everything. Masses of smart storage!
Turramurra
Turramurra
Art of Kitchens Pty LtdArt of Kitchens Pty Ltd
Expansive Turramurra laundry.
This is an example of an expansive classic galley separated utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Laundry/ Fireplace/ Bar
Laundry/ Fireplace/ Bar
Merlino Marble and GraniteMerlino Marble and Granite
Traditional single-wall separated utility room in New York with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Organized Mudroom and Laundry
Organized Mudroom and Laundry
Innovative Design BuildInnovative Design Build
We redesigned this client’s laundry space so that it now functions as a Mudroom and Laundry. There is a place for everything including drying racks and charging station for this busy family. Now there are smiles when they walk in to this charming bright room because it has ample storage and space to work!
Ridge View Estates
Ridge View Estates
Kleen Kitchen DesignKleen Kitchen Design
This is an example of a large classic l-shaped utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey splashback, metro tiled splashback, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Heidelberg Renovation
Heidelberg Renovation
DSdezines InteriorsDSdezines Interiors
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, red floors and white worktops.
La Canada Laundry room
La Canada Laundry room
Jocelyne Borys DesignJocelyne Borys Design
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional galley separated utility room in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and grey floors.
Washing Machine & Condenser Dryer Stack
Washing Machine & Condenser Dryer Stack
Helen Baumann DesignHelen Baumann Design
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall separated utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, green splashback, metro tiled splashback, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Lionheart
Lionheart
Pizzale Design Inc.Pizzale Design Inc.
Small classic galley separated utility room in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Hamptons kitchen with combined butlers pantry and laundry
Hamptons kitchen with combined butlers pantry and laundry
Makings of Fine Kitchens & BathroomsMakings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms
Laundry sink and gooseneck mixer with bench
Inspiration for a small contemporary l-shaped utility room in Brisbane with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Smiley- Full Remodel
Smiley- Full Remodel
Wright Way Builders ContractingWright Way Builders Contracting
Photo of a laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.

Utility Room with a Single-bowl Sink and Shaker 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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