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Utility Room with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Ceramic Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Caledonia Mud Room Addition For Dogs
Caledonia Mud Room Addition For Dogs
S.J. Janis Company, Inc.S.J. Janis Company, Inc.
After the renovation, the dogs have their own personal bowls and a customized washing area for when they come in from outside. The standing height dog washing station includes a Sterling shower base and Delta wall mount hand shower for easy washing without back pain. Even better, the lower cabinet opens up exposing retractable stairs for the retrievers’ easy access to bathing. An Elkay under mount sink for fresh water and easy draining was complimented by a Kohler Purist Lavatory faucet. These dogs quite possibly are the only ones with their own under mount sink! Plato Prelude cabinets provide plenty of cabinet space for dog food and other items. One golden retriever and four flat coated retrievers = a lot of food storage needs! To the left of the washing station is a food prep area and a medication storage location to keep everything organized. Porcelain fired earth ceramics 18" field tile was installed for a durable floor. An LG Hi-Macs Volcanics Solid Surface material was used on the counter tops featuring built-in food bowls. The dogs love the new amenities but the homeowners have a spectacular kitchen, improved dining/coffee experience, an efficient flow from the kitchen to the backyard, and functional designs to make their life easier.
CW1 - Mud Room
CW1 - Mud Room
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
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Meadow Crossing Modern Farmhouse
Meadow Crossing Modern Farmhouse
42 North - Architecture + Design42 North - Architecture + Design
This is an example of an u-shaped utility room in Grand Rapids with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and black worktops.
Eclectic Glam
Eclectic Glam
City Homes, LLCCity Homes, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary l-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, black worktops and a built-in sink.
Mud Room Organized
Mud Room Organized
J. Peterson Design, LLCJ. Peterson Design, LLC
This long narrow laundry room was transformed into amazing storage for a family with 3 baseball playing boys. Lots of storage for sports equipment and shoes and a beautiful dedicated laundry area.
Refined Rustic
Refined Rustic
Kristy Cameron DesignKristy Cameron Design
Inspiration for a medium sized rural galley separated utility room in Chicago with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, yellow walls, ceramic flooring, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.
2018 Parade Home
2018 Parade Home
Solitude HomesSolitude Homes
This is an example of a medium sized traditional single-wall utility room in Boise with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Rosewood - Transitional Farmhouse
Rosewood - Transitional Farmhouse
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Let there be light. There will be in this sunny style designed to capture amazing views as well as every ray of sunlight throughout the day. Architectural accents of the past give this modern barn-inspired design a historical look and importance. Custom details enhance both the exterior and interior, giving this home real curb appeal. Decorative brackets and large windows surround the main entrance, welcoming friends and family to the handsome board and batten exterior, which also features a solid stone foundation, varying symmetrical roof lines with interesting pitches, trusses, and a charming cupola over the garage. Once inside, an open floor plan provides both elegance and ease. A central foyer leads into the 2,700-square-foot main floor and directly into a roomy 18 by 19-foot living room with a natural fireplace and soaring ceiling heights open to the second floor where abundant large windows bring the outdoors in. Beyond is an approximately 200 square foot screened porch that looks out over the verdant backyard. To the left is the dining room and open-plan family-style kitchen, which, at 16 by 14-feet, has space to accommodate both everyday family and special occasion gatherings. Abundant counter space, a central island and nearby pantry make it as convenient as it is attractive. Also on this side of the floor plan is the first-floor laundry and a roomy mudroom sure to help you keep your family organized. The plan’s right side includes more private spaces, including a large 12 by 17-foot master bedroom suite with natural fireplace, master bath, sitting area and walk-in closet, and private study/office with a large file room. The 1,100-square foot second level includes two spacious family bedrooms and a cozy 10 by 18-foot loft/sitting area. More fun awaits in the 1,600-square-foot lower level, with an 8 by 12-foot exercise room, a hearth room with fireplace, a billiards and refreshment space and a large home theater.
HAUGHTON RESIDENCE
HAUGHTON RESIDENCE
MarvinMarvin
With a design inspired by using sustainable materials, the owner of this contemporary home in Haughton, LA, wanted to achieve a modern exterior without sacrificing thermal performance and energy efficiency. The architect’s design called for spacious, light-filled rooms with walls of windows and doors to showcase the homeowner’s art collection. LEED® was also considered during the design and construction of the home. Critical to the project’s success was window availability with short lead times.
Purdue
Purdue
Helton ResidentialHelton Residential
Large downstairs laundry room has an alcove for an additional refrigerator plus a storage closet.
Photo of a large traditional galley separated utility room in Dallas with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, grey walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Hibbs | New Home
Hibbs | New Home
SSC CountertopsSSC Countertops
This is an example of a large farmhouse single-wall separated utility room in Vancouver with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and white worktops.
Family Basement Renovation
Family Basement Renovation
Laura Sehn Design GroupLaura Sehn Design Group
Photo of a medium sized modern single-wall separated utility room in Ottawa with grey walls, a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Cooparoo
Cooparoo
Porch Light InteriorsPorch Light Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary l-shaped utility room in Brisbane with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
63 Autumn Creek
63 Autumn Creek
Ron Lee HomesRon Lee Homes
This is an example of a traditional single-wall separated utility room in New Orleans with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite worktops, grey walls, ceramic flooring and a side by side washer and dryer.
Ruffner Lane Home
Ruffner Lane Home
Executive Developers, LLCExecutive Developers, LLC
Laundry room off of 2nd floor catwalk
Large scandinavian u-shaped separated utility room in Other with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, marble splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
From Bitter to Sweet
From Bitter to Sweet
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized nautical u-shaped separated utility room in Vancouver with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Laurelhurst Storybook Residence
Laurelhurst Storybook Residence
Board & VellumBoard & Vellum
The artful cabinet doors were repurposed from a wardrobe that sat in the original home.
This is an example of a small traditional utility room in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, brown floors and beige worktops.
Cordilleras
Cordilleras
Danmar Cabinet CompanyDanmar Cabinet Company
Photo of a medium sized traditional l-shaped separated utility room in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, grey walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, white worktops and a vaulted ceiling.
Leonhard Residence
Leonhard Residence
Geoff Chick & AssociatesGeoff Chick & Associates
Inspiration for a large nautical separated utility room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floors, wallpapered walls and white worktops.
Henneman Project
Henneman Project
Ideal Kitchen & BathIdeal Kitchen & Bath
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional u-shaped separated utility room in Salt Lake City with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.

Utility Room with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Ceramic Flooring 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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