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Utility Room with Flat-panel Cabinets and Wallpapered Walls Ideas and Designs

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Finchampstead- Family Home
Finchampstead- Family Home
Reyne DesignReyne Design
Fun and playful utility, laundry room with WC, cloak room.
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall separated utility room in Berkshire with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, green walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, white worktops, wallpapered walls and feature lighting.
Mclaughlin
Mclaughlin
Meg Blu HomeMeg Blu Home
Inspiration for a small farmhouse galley separated utility room in Los Angeles with engineered stone countertops, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors, white worktops, a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls and wallpapered walls.
Lake District #2
Lake District #2
Jeff King & CompanyJeff King & Company
Paul Dyer Photography
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white worktops and wallpapered walls.
Los Gatos Treehouse
Los Gatos Treehouse
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.
South Bham Mod
South Bham Mod
Margeaux Interiors - Margaret SkinnerMargeaux Interiors - Margaret Skinner
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Detroit with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, black splashback, black walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors, multicoloured worktops and wallpapered walls.
明大前の賃貸併用二世帯住宅
明大前の賃貸併用二世帯住宅
設計事務所アーキプレイス設計事務所アーキプレイス
photo by　大沢誠一
Scandinavian single-wall separated utility room in Tokyo with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, vinyl flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors, white worktops, a wallpapered ceiling and wallpapered walls.
House T
House T
株式会社LAD株式会社LAD
Inspiration for a small scandinavian separated utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey walls, a wallpapered ceiling, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors, wallpapered walls and a feature wall.
Black Oaks Lane
Black Oaks Lane
Albers Design LLCAlbers Design LLC
Laundry room with custom cabinetry and vintage farmhouse laundry sink. Tile floor in six patterns to represent a patchwork quilt.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional single-wall separated utility room in Minneapolis with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, engineered stone countertops, mosaic tiled splashback, multi-coloured walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors, white worktops and wallpapered walls.
Reforma vivienda en tonos neutros
Reforma vivienda en tonos neutros
Sube InteriorismoSube Interiorismo
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped separated utility room in Bilbao with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige worktops and wallpapered walls.
So Serene Scottsdale
So Serene Scottsdale
Morgan Design StudioMorgan Design Studio
Small classic single-wall separated utility room in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and wallpapered walls.
Brookhaven Remodel
Brookhaven Remodel
Restructure StudioRestructure Studio
Restructure Studio's Brookhaven Remodel updated the entrance and completely reconfigured the living, dining and kitchen areas, expanding the laundry room and adding a new powder bath. Guests now enter the home into the newly-assigned living space, while an open kitchen occupies the center of the home.
Luxury Lakehouse
Luxury Lakehouse
Tailored Spaces, Natalie SpiniolasTailored Spaces, Natalie Spiniolas
Photo of a medium sized modern u-shaped separated utility room in Milwaukee with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, blue walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, beige floors, white worktops and wallpapered walls.
Lake House Kitchen and Baths
Lake House Kitchen and Baths
Geneva Cabinet Company, LLCGeneva Cabinet Company, LLC
https://genevacabinet.com Photos by www.aimeemazzenga.com Interior Design by www.northshorenest.com Builder www.lowellcustomhomes.com Custom Cabinetry by Das Holz Haus Lacanche range
Lavandería
Lavandería
MAJO FLORES - Interior Design StudioMAJO FLORES - Interior Design Studio
Large l-shaped separated utility room in Valencia with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors, white worktops and wallpapered walls.
Laundry Rooms
Laundry Rooms
Zawadski Homes Inc.Zawadski Homes Inc.
Black and white laundry room with checkerboard flooring.
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured walls, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors, black worktops and wallpapered walls.
So Serene Scottsdale
So Serene Scottsdale
Morgan Design StudioMorgan Design Studio
Inspiration for a small classic single-wall separated utility room in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and wallpapered walls.
The ultimate Laundry Room
The ultimate Laundry Room
Old Castle DesignOld Castle Design
Contemporary Laundry Room / Butlers Pantry that serves the need of Food Storage and also being a functional Laundry Room with Washer and Clothes Storage
Coastal Village Residence
Coastal Village Residence
Whitten ArchitectsWhitten Architects
This is an example of a galley separated utility room in Portland Maine with a belfast sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, grey worktops, wallpapered walls and a feature wall.
Fresh Elegance Full Home Remodel in Santa Clara
Fresh Elegance Full Home Remodel in Santa Clara
Memmo InteriorsMemmo Interiors
This is an example of a small classic single-wall utility room in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured walls, a side by side washer and dryer, white worktops and wallpapered walls.
Nobles Point 4
Nobles Point 4
SHELTER Custom-Built LivingSHELTER Custom-Built Living
Design ideas for a modern single-wall separated utility room in Charleston with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured walls, a side by side washer and dryer, white worktops and wallpapered walls.

Utility Room with Flat-panel Cabinets and Wallpapered Walls 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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