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Utility Room with an Utility Sink and Light Wood Cabinets Ideas and Designs

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Ravenswood Ground Floor Utility Room
Ravenswood Ground Floor Utility Room
Studio FabbriStudio Fabbri
The compact and functional ground floor utility room and WC has been positioned where the original staircase used to be in the centre of the house. We kept to a paired down utilitarian style and palette when designing this practical space. A run of bespoke birch plywood full height cupboards for coats and shoes and a laundry cupboard with a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer. Tucked at the end is an enamel bucket sink and lots of open shelving storage. A simple white grid of tiles and the natural finish cork flooring which runs through out the house.
Lake House Shimmer Laundry/Mudroom/Pantry
Lake House Shimmer Laundry/Mudroom/Pantry
Lustig Custom CabinetsLustig Custom Cabinets
Combination layout of laundry, mudroom & pantry rooms come together in cabinetry & cohesive design. Soft maple cabinetry finished in our light, Antique White stain creates the lake house, beach style.
Historical Brilliance
Historical Brilliance
May Construction, Inc.May Construction, Inc.
Across from the stark kitchen a newly remodeled laundry room, complete with a rinse sink and quartz countertop allowing for plenty of folding room.
Design ideas for a medium sized single-wall separated utility room in San Francisco with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, plywood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Scandinavian luxurious laundry renovation
Scandinavian luxurious laundry renovation
Ultimate Kitchens & BathroomsUltimate Kitchens & Bathrooms
The common "U-Shaped" layout was retained in this shaker style kitchen. Using this functional space the focus turned to storage solutions. A great range of drawers were included in the plan, to place crockery, pots and pans, whilst clever corner storage ideas were implemented. Concealed behind cavity sliding doors, the well set out walk in pantry lies, an ideal space for food preparation, storing appliances along with the families weekly grocery shopping. Relaxation is key in this stunning bathroom setting, with calming muted tones along with the superb fit out provide the perfect scene to escape. When space is limited a wet room provides more room to move, where the shower is not enclosed opening up the space to fit this luxurious freestanding bathtub. The well thought out laundry creating simplicity, clean lines, ample bench space and great storage. The beautiful timber look joinery has created a stunning contrast.t.
Laundry Room/Mudroom
Laundry Room/Mudroom
Christie Share DesignsChristie Share Designs
Christie Share
Photo of a medium sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and brown worktops.
Division St, Manson, WA
Division St, Manson, WA
Travis Knoop PhotographyTravis Knoop Photography
Travis Knoop Photography
This is an example of a country single-wall utility room in Seattle with an utility sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Sapphire Farm
Sapphire Farm
Big Sky BuildersBig Sky Builders
Medium sized rural galley separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and brown floors.
GOKE | Basement & Bathroom Remodel
GOKE | Basement & Bathroom Remodel
Ke Design Collective Inc.Ke Design Collective Inc.
Photo of a large scandinavian galley utility room in Toronto with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
New Project
New Project
Home Elements Design StudioHome Elements Design Studio
Design ideas for a medium sized classic single-wall separated utility room in St Louis with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and beige floors.
Laundry Cabinets. (East Hanover NJ )
Laundry Cabinets. (East Hanover NJ )
NJ Custom ClosetsNJ Custom Closets
Carlos Class
This is an example of a medium sized traditional laundry cupboard in New York with an utility sink, light wood cabinets, grey walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Lake House Shimmer Laundry/Mudroom/Pantry
Lake House Shimmer Laundry/Mudroom/Pantry
Lustig Custom CabinetsLustig Custom Cabinets
Combination layout of laundry, mudroom & pantry rooms come together in cabinetry & cohesive design. Soft maple cabinetry finished in our light, Antique White stain creates the lake house, beach style.
GOKE | Basement & Bathroom Remodel
GOKE | Basement & Bathroom Remodel
Ke Design Collective Inc.Ke Design Collective Inc.
Inspiration for a large scandinavian galley utility room in Toronto with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.
Lake Bend Rd. 2014
Lake Bend Rd. 2014
Maric Homes & RenovationsMaric Homes & Renovations
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary galley separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring and a stacked washer and dryer.
Lirio Residents
Lirio Residents
McClure Construction, Inc.McClure Construction, Inc.
Custom wood cabinets.
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in New York with an utility sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
ORGANIZZARE LA LAVANDERIA DI CASA
ORGANIZZARE LA LAVANDERIA DI CASA
Andrea Vertua ArchitettoAndrea Vertua Architetto
Studiare al meglio il progetto della lavanderia di casa è fondamentale per usufruire al meglio di tutto lo spazio a disposizione. Per questo progetto lavanderia ho utilizzato arredo IKEA Godmorgon e Pax per la parte chiusa a contenitore e IKEA Algot per la scaffalatura a giorno.
Multi-Generational
Multi-Generational
BKD InteriorsBKD Interiors
Design ideas for a midcentury galley utility room in Houston with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Laundry Room/Mudroom
Laundry Room/Mudroom
Christie Share DesignsChristie Share Designs
Christie Share
Inspiration for a medium sized classic galley utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and brown worktops.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Brio Design HomesBrio Design Homes
Design ideas for a large modern utility room in Other with an utility sink, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, yellow walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Pheasant House First Floor Laundry
Pheasant House First Floor Laundry
DW3 Construction LLCDW3 Construction LLC
Utility rooms might not be at the top of your list when it comes to interior design, but they are the ones that will make your life so much easier. This big laundry room with utility sink and counter space for baskets/folding will make you forever grateful you threw a little extra square footage in there.
Clinton
Clinton
Modline BuildersModline Builders
Photo of a medium sized contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Los Angeles with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and grey worktops.

Utility Room with an Utility Sink and Light Wood 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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