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

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Spanish Colonial
Spanish Colonial
LaBlonde DevelopmentLaBlonde Development
Steven Thompson
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean l-shaped separated utility room in Phoenix with a belfast sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, brick flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Outfitter's Hideaway
Outfitter's Hideaway
Angela RasmussenAngela Rasmussen
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with a belfast sink, light wood cabinets, quartz worktops, blue walls, a side by side washer and dryer, porcelain flooring, white floors, brown worktops and flat-panel cabinets.
Classico + Milano in Bianco Lucido & Frosty White, New Construction in SRB, FL
Classico + Milano in Bianco Lucido & Frosty White, New Construction in SRB, FL
Marquis Fine CabinetryMarquis Fine Cabinetry
Project Number: M1182 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Classico Finishes: Frosty White Features: Under Cabinet Lighting, Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard)
A Large Kitchen Remodel & Mudroom Update
A Large Kitchen Remodel & Mudroom Update
Degnan Design-Build-RemodelDegnan Design-Build-Remodel
The solution? We removed the dividing wall and made the mudroom and laundry one larger space. Cubbies at one end are perfect for storing jackets, shoes, and hats
A Large Kitchen Remodel & Mudroom Update
A Large Kitchen Remodel & Mudroom Update
Degnan Design-Build-RemodelDegnan Design-Build-Remodel
The cramped, messy everyday entrance from the garage was a hodgepodge of doors. There were no storage areas for everyday items, and the laundry layout was terrible
Laundry Room / Mud Room
Laundry Room / Mud Room
Aniko Nicholson DesignAniko Nicholson Design
Nestled within the heart of a rustic farmhouse, the laundry room stands as a sanctuary of both practicality and rustic elegance. Stepping inside, one is immediately greeted by the warmth of the space, accentuated by the cozy interplay of elements. The built-in cabinetry, painted in a deep rich green, exudes a timeless charm while providing abundant storage solutions. Every nook and cranny has been carefully designed to offer a place for everything, ensuring clutter is kept at bay. A backdrop of shiplap wall treatment adds to the room's rustic allure, its horizontal lines drawing the eye and creating a sense of continuity. Against this backdrop, brass hardware gleams, casting a soft, golden glow that enhances the room's vintage appeal. Beneath one's feet lies a masterful display of craftsmanship: heated brick floors arranged in a herringbone pattern. As the warmth seeps into the room, it invites one to linger a little longer, transforming mundane tasks into moments of comfort and solace. Above a pin board, a vintage picture light casts a soft glow, illuminating cherished memories and inspirations. It's a subtle nod to the past, adding a touch of nostalgia to the room's ambiance. Floating shelves adorn the walls, offering a platform for displaying treasured keepsakes and decorative accents. Crafted from rustic oak, they echo the warmth of the cabinetry, further enhancing the room's cohesive design. In this laundry room, every element has been carefully curated to evoke a sense of rustic charm and understated luxury. It's a space where functionality meets beauty, where everyday chores become a joy, and where the timeless allure of farmhouse living is celebrated in every detail.
Laundry Rooms
Laundry Rooms
Bishop DesignBishop Design
This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Cincinnati with shaker cabinets, quartz worktops, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Home Extension
Home Extension
Smith & Sons Renovations & Extensions AustraliaSmith & Sons Renovations & Extensions Australia
This little fibro home in Mermaid Beach has undergone a huge transformation! Smith & Sons Gold Coast Central have extended the home giving our clients a new laundry, kid’s playroom, open plan kitchen, dining and living room that seamlessly flows onto the beautiful new deck. The new kitchen and butler’s pantry boast beautiful fish scale tiles, Velux skylights and Quantum Quartz bench tops in ‘Michelangelo’.
#RaspberryHillHouse - Main Floor and Porch
#RaspberryHillHouse - Main Floor and Porch
Alma HomesAlma Homes
Laura Rae Photography
Design ideas for a small vintage single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, white cabinets, grey walls, slate flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, shaker cabinets and quartz worktops.
Vintage Modern Model
Vintage Modern Model
Inspired InteriorsInspired Interiors
Design ideas for a large farmhouse single-wall separated utility room in Omaha with a built-in sink, quartz worktops, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white cabinets, recessed-panel cabinets, grey walls and grey floors.
SUNBURY | Gainey's Home Renovation
SUNBURY | Gainey's Home Renovation
Phase One DesignPhase One Design
Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped separated utility room in Other with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Northwest Contemporary Farmhouse
Northwest Contemporary Farmhouse
Powell ConstructionPowell Construction
Design ideas for an expansive country galley separated utility room in Other with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, green walls, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and white worktops.
Open Spaces - Whole House Remodel
Open Spaces - Whole House Remodel
The Remodel GroupThe Remodel Group
A separate laundry room with built in cabinetry creates dedicated spaces to wash, dry, fold, and hang clothing.
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Portland with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Astoria Watermark Showhome - 31 Watermark Rd
Astoria Watermark Showhome - 31 Watermark Rd
Rochelle Cote Interior DesignRochelle Cote Interior Design
Adrian Shellard Photography
This is an example of a large traditional single-wall utility room in Calgary with a submerged sink, white cabinets, quartz worktops, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets and grey walls.
Fornham, Suffolk
Fornham, Suffolk
K2B Bespoke KitchensK2B Bespoke Kitchens
Photo of a large contemporary utility room in Other with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, laminate floors, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and white worktops.
Wallpaper Detail
Wallpaper Detail
Happy House Interiors, llc.Happy House Interiors, llc.
Osbourne & Little "Derwent" wallpaper celebrates the homeowners love of her pet koi fish.
Inspiration for a small bohemian galley utility room in San Francisco with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, quartz worktops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, multi-coloured walls, brick flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, green worktops, a wood ceiling and wallpapered walls.
Scheming in color
Scheming in color
May Construction, Inc.May Construction, Inc.
The laundry room was a major transformation that needed to occur, once a dark and gloomy dungeon is now a bright, and whimsical room that would make anyone be happy, doing the household chore of laundry. The Havana Ornate Silver tile flooring and Ice White backsplash tile translated nicely against the custom cabinetry. To accommodate the newest furriest member of the family, a hidden custom litter box pull-out was included in the cabinetry and cute cat door that would allow the new kitten to get in and out through its very own passageway.
Dog Shower - Utility Room
Dog Shower - Utility Room
Ramsey'sRamsey's
Photo of a contemporary utility room in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, white floors and white worktops.
EST Project
EST Project
Susan Sutherlin DesignsSusan Sutherlin Designs
Susan Sutherlin
Inspiration for a classic u-shaped utility room in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Amante Ct. Modern Classic pt 2
Amante Ct. Modern Classic pt 2
Lori Ramsay DesignLori Ramsay Design
Ample storage and counter space in this transitional laundry room adds to organization. Light and bright in white cabinetry and light blue Ann Sacks subway tile backsplash.

Utility Room with Quartz Worktops and 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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