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Utility Room with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Multi-coloured Floors Ideas and Designs

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Contemporary Bath and Laundry room
Contemporary Bath and Laundry room
New England Artisans Remodeling & Design GroupNew England Artisans Remodeling & Design Group
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall separated utility room in New York with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, beige walls, slate flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and brown worktops.
South of Broad
South of Broad
Jill Frey Kitchen DesignJill Frey Kitchen Design
Large traditional galley utility room in Charleston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, composite countertops, beige walls, a side by side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floors.
Full Home Renovation & Pool Gazebo Addition
Full Home Renovation & Pool Gazebo Addition
Duke RenovationsDuke Renovations
The unique utility sink adds interest and color to the new laundry/craft room.
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Indianapolis with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz worktops, beige walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Mullet Lake Timber Design
Mullet Lake Timber Design
Edgewater Design GroupEdgewater Design Group
We love it when a home becomes a family compound with wonderful history. That is exactly what this home on Mullet Lake is. The original cottage was built by our client’s father and enjoyed by the family for years. It finally came to the point that there was simply not enough room and it lacked some of the efficiencies and luxuries enjoyed in permanent residences. The cottage is utilized by several families and space was needed to allow for summer and holiday enjoyment. The focus was on creating additional space on the second level, increasing views of the lake, moving interior spaces and the need to increase the ceiling heights on the main level. All these changes led for the need to start over or at least keep what we could and add to it. The home had an excellent foundation, in more ways than one, so we started from there. It was important to our client to create a northern Michigan cottage using low maintenance exterior finishes. The interior look and feel moved to more timber beam with pine paneling to keep the warmth and appeal of our area. The home features 2 master suites, one on the main level and one on the 2nd level with a balcony. There are 4 additional bedrooms with one also serving as an office. The bunkroom provides plenty of sleeping space for the grandchildren. The great room has vaulted ceilings, plenty of seating and a stone fireplace with vast windows toward the lake. The kitchen and dining are open to each other and enjoy the view. The beach entry provides access to storage, the 3/4 bath, and laundry. The sunroom off the dining area is a great extension of the home with 180 degrees of view. This allows a wonderful morning escape to enjoy your coffee. The covered timber entry porch provides a direct view of the lake upon entering the home. The garage also features a timber bracketed shed roof system which adds wonderful detail to garage doors. The home’s footprint was extended in a few areas to allow for the interior spaces to work with the needs of the family. Plenty of living spaces for all to enjoy as well as bedrooms to rest their heads after a busy day on the lake. This will be enjoyed by generations to come.
Claremont Plan
Claremont Plan
King's Court Builders, Inc.King's Court Builders, Inc.
Large laundry room with a large sink, black cabinetry and plenty of room for folding and hanging clothing.
Inspiration for a large country galley separated utility room in Chicago with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floors.
Vanderlip / North Tustin
Vanderlip / North Tustin
Passionate Palette Staging & DesignPassionate Palette Staging & Design
Design ideas for a traditional separated utility room in Orange County with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and black worktops.
Refined Rustic
Refined Rustic
Gorgie HomesGorgie Homes
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.
Country Manor
Country Manor
Carrick Custom Home DesignCarrick Custom Home Design
FX Home Tours Interior Design: Osmond Design
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped separated utility room in Salt Lake City with a belfast sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and marble worktops.
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.
Point Loma Whole House Remodel
Point Loma Whole House Remodel
Lars Remodeling & DesignLars Remodeling & Design
This Point Loma home got a major upgrade! The laundry room has an upgraded look with a retro feel. The cabinetry has a mint shade reminiscent of the popular 60s color trends. Not only does this laundry room have new geometric flooring, but there is also even a pet station. Laundry will never be a boring task in this room!
Whole Home - Oakton VA
Whole Home - Oakton VA
Berriz Design Build GroupBerriz Design Build Group
This is an example of a medium sized classic u-shaped separated utility room in DC Metro with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone worktops, vinyl flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and grey worktops.
The Chíc Sea Shack
The Chíc Sea Shack
Robert Paige Cabinetry LLCRobert Paige Cabinetry LLC
This is an example of a large farmhouse single-wall separated utility room in Charleston with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and grey 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.
Timeless Country
Timeless Country
Kirshman Kitchen Design StudioKirshman Kitchen Design Studio
Design ideas for a farmhouse galley utility room in Grand Rapids with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors, white worktops and tongue and groove walls.
Upper Arlington Custom Homes
Upper Arlington Custom Homes
The Tuckerman Home GroupThe Tuckerman Home Group
I'll do laundry in here all day.
Medium sized traditional single-wall separated utility room in Columbus with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, composite countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and white worktops.
Laundry Room/Mud Room
Laundry Room/Mud Room
Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen StudioPine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio
Photo by John Welsh.
Inspiration for a traditional utility room in Philadelphia with white cabinets, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and recessed-panel cabinets.
Prior Lake Whole House Remodel
Prior Lake Whole House Remodel
TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+BuildersTreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders
Photo of an expansive classic l-shaped separated utility room in Minneapolis with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
Edmonton Rhatigan Ridge - Interior & Exterior Renovation
Edmonton Rhatigan Ridge - Interior & Exterior Renovation
Four Elements ConstructionFour Elements Construction
These clients were referred to us by some very nice past clients, and contacted us to share their vision of how they wanted to transform their home. With their input, we expanded their front entry and added a large covered front veranda. The exterior of the entire home was re-clad in bold blue premium siding with white trim, stone accents, and new windows and doors. The kitchen was expanded with beautiful custom cabinetry in white and seafoam green, including incorporating an old dining room buffet belonging to the family, creating a very unique feature. The rest of the main floor was also renovated, including new floors, new a railing to the second level, and a completely re-designed laundry area. We think the end result looks fantastic!
Lady and the Damp: Laundry Room
Lady and the Damp: Laundry Room
Tamara Day DesignTamara Day Design
Galley separated utility room in Kansas City with a built-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
2nd Street
2nd Street
Space InterventionSpace Intervention
Traditional l-shaped separated utility room in Los Angeles with a submerged sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, engineered stone countertops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and beige worktops.

Utility Room with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Multi-coloured Floors 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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