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Utility Room with Multi-coloured Floors and White Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Transitional Farmhouse | Rosemount, MN
Transitional Farmhouse | Rosemount, MN
Homes by TraditionHomes by Tradition
Photo of a large farmhouse l-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, grey cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and panelled walls.
Balgowlah
Balgowlah
All Things BuildingAll Things Building
Good looking and very functional family laundry. Great for muddy kids getting home from footy training! Loads of functional storage, large second fridge and blackboard with the family schedule
Modern Living in Florida
Modern Living in Florida
Pineapple House Interior DesignPineapple House Interior Design
The patterned floor continues into the laundry room where double sets of appliances and plenty of countertops and storage helps the family manage household demands.
New studio Glasnevin
New studio Glasnevin
Dee DesignDee Design
Inspiration for a contemporary utility room in Dublin with beaded cabinets, black cabinets, composite countertops, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods
Amazing SpacesAmazing Spaces
This is a multi-functional space serving as side entrance, mudroom, laundry room and walk-in pantry all within in a footprint of 125 square feet. The mudroom wish list included a coat closet, shoe storage and a bench, as well as hooks for hats, bags, coats, etc. which we located on its own wall. The opposite wall houses the laundry equipment and sink. The front-loading washer and dryer gave us the opportunity for a folding counter above and helps create a more finished look for the room. The sink is tucked in the corner with a faucet that doubles its utility serving chilled carbonated water with the turn of a dial. The walk-in pantry element of the space is by far the most important for the client. They have a lot of storage needs that could not be completely fulfilled as part of the concurrent kitchen renovation. The function of the pantry had to include a second refrigerator as well as dry food storage and organization for many large serving trays and baskets. To maximize the storage capacity of the small space, we designed the walk-in pantry cabinet in the corner and included deep wall cabinets above following the slope of the ceiling. A library ladder with handrails ensures the upper storage is readily accessible and safe for this older couple to use on a daily basis. A new herringbone tile floor was selected to add varying shades of grey and beige to compliment the faux wood grain laminate cabinet doors. A new skylight brings in needed natural light to keep the space cheerful and inviting. The cookbook shelf adds personality and a shot of color to the otherwise neutral color scheme that was chosen to visually expand the space. Storage for all of its uses is neatly hidden in a beautifully designed compact package!
Stunning Spanish Farmhouse
Stunning Spanish Farmhouse
Kerrie Kelly Design LabKerrie Kelly Design Lab
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional l-shaped utility room in Sacramento with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
'19 Remodel - main level and 2nd floor addition
'19 Remodel - main level and 2nd floor addition
Lecy Bros Homes & RemodelingLecy Bros Homes & Remodeling
This is an example of a medium sized beach style l-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, blue cabinets, composite countertops, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, shaker cabinets, grey walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Wayzata Luxury Duplex Upper Lake Rental
Wayzata Luxury Duplex Upper Lake Rental
Pillar HomesPillar Homes
Built by Pillar Homes - Photography by Spacecrafting Photography
Photo of a small traditional single-wall separated utility room in Minneapolis with ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, multi-coloured 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!
Altadena Modern Farmhouse
Altadena Modern Farmhouse
Courtney Thomas DesignCourtney Thomas Design
This Altadena home is the perfect example of modern farmhouse flair. The powder room flaunts an elegant mirror over a strapping vanity; the butcher block in the kitchen lends warmth and texture; the living room is replete with stunning details like the candle style chandelier, the plaid area rug, and the coral accents; and the master bathroom’s floor is a gorgeous floor tile. Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, click here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/new-construction-altadena-rustic-modern/
Diane's Laundry Room
Diane's Laundry Room
EURO Design BuildEURO Design Build
Laundry Room Remodel
Photo of a small classic utility room in Dallas with a submerged sink, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Powell Laundry Room
Powell Laundry Room
Dave Fox Design Build RemodelersDave Fox Design Build Remodelers
Laundry room Concept, modern farmhouse, with farmhouse sink, wood floors, grey cabinets, mini fridge in Powell
This is an example of a medium sized country galley utility room in Columbus with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, vinyl flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Santaluz
Santaluz
South Harlow InteriorsSouth Harlow Interiors
Nautical single-wall separated utility room in San Diego with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Star and Cross Laundry Room Floor
Star and Cross Laundry Room Floor
Fireclay TileFireclay Tile
Design + Photos: Tiffany Weiss Designs
Photo of a medium sized traditional single-wall separated utility room in Minneapolis with white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops, a submerged sink and shaker cabinets.
Via Lido Soud - Lido Isle
Via Lido Soud - Lido Isle
SAILHOUSESAILHOUSE
This is an example of a large coastal u-shaped separated utility room in Orange County with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, composite countertops, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Alpine, Utah Residence
Alpine, Utah Residence
Magleby RemodelMagleby Remodel
Meagan Larsen Photography
Photo of a traditional u-shaped utility room in Salt Lake City with blue cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, a submerged sink, shaker cabinets and white worktops.
2016 Parade of Homes
2016 Parade of Homes
Designs by Craig VeenkerDesigns by Craig Veenker
This is an example of an expansive traditional galley utility room in Salt Lake City with a belfast sink, a side by side washer and dryer, shaker cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and blue cabinets.
Putney House
Putney House
EMR ArchitectureEMR Architecture
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall separated utility room in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Parkview Avenue
Parkview Avenue
MJ Design & BuildMJ Design & Build
Stacking the washer & dryer to create more functional space while adding a ton of style through gorgeous tile selections.
Small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Reclaimed Brick with Board and Batten Modern Farmhouse on Acreage
Reclaimed Brick with Board and Batten Modern Farmhouse on Acreage
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped separated utility room in Houston with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and feature lighting.

Utility Room with Multi-coloured Floors and White Worktops 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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