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Utility Room with White Walls and Multicoloured Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Slide Out Laundry Doors
Slide Out Laundry Doors
Orren Pickell Building GroupOrren Pickell Building Group
The washer/dryer are concealed behind custom Shaker pull-out doors. Photo by Mike Kaskel.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped utility room in Chicago with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry
Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry
Northern Beaches Kitchens and BathroomsNorthern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms
Inspiration for a small modern galley utility room in Sydney with a built-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer and multicoloured worktops.
Farmhouse Laundry room
Farmhouse Laundry room
NIBIO LLCNIBIO LLC
Farmhouse Laundry room
Country single-wall separated utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and multicoloured worktops.
Rhoads Residence
Rhoads Residence
J 3 ArchitectsJ 3 Architects
Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Seattle with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Bricks and Stones NJ: Reinstating Fresh Elegance to a 100-Year Old Estate
Bricks and Stones NJ: Reinstating Fresh Elegance to a 100-Year Old Estate
Michael Robert ConstructionMichael Robert Construction
This is an example of a classic u-shaped utility room in New York with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble worktops, white splashback, white walls, brick flooring, multi-coloured floors, multicoloured worktops, panelled walls and feature lighting.
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Large rural separated utility room in Denver with an utility sink, louvered cabinets, white walls, a side by side washer and dryer, multicoloured worktops, a vaulted ceiling and feature lighting.
Upscale Marble House
Upscale Marble House
UserUser
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, marble flooring, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Glyn Carin Lane
Glyn Carin Lane
Elysa Roberts InteriorsElysa Roberts Interiors
Inspiration for a small traditional galley utility room in Columbus with a submerged sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Brookhaven Walk Way #2
Brookhaven Walk Way #2
Custom Design Kitchens, Inc.Custom Design Kitchens, Inc.
214 Photography, Custom Cabinets, Laundry
Design ideas for a nautical l-shaped separated utility room in Atlanta with grey cabinets, white walls, multi-coloured floors, multicoloured worktops and recessed-panel cabinets.
Rustic Basement Retreat-Toledo, OH
Rustic Basement Retreat-Toledo, OH
Ciboro ConstructionCiboro Construction
Anna Ciboro
Medium sized rustic l-shaped separated utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, white walls, vinyl flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Prior Lake Whole House Remodel
Prior Lake Whole House Remodel
TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+BuildersTreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders
Design ideas for 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.
Laundry Room Remodel in Fitchburg, WI
Laundry Room Remodel in Fitchburg, WI
Sweeney Design RemodelSweeney Design Remodel
For the laundry room, we designed the space to incorporate a new stackable washer and dryer. In addition, we installed new upper cabinets that were extended to the ceiling for additional storage.
Laundry Box Hill South
Laundry Box Hill South
No Fuss KitchensNo Fuss Kitchens
A compact Laundry for a unit
Small contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and multicoloured worktops.
Campsie
Campsie
Love Coming HomeLove Coming Home
Existing laundry and wc gutted, wall removed to open up space for a functioning laundry and bathroom space. New flooring and ceiling with down lights
Cabin On The Lake
Cabin On The Lake
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
This is an example of a small galley separated utility room in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and multicoloured worktops.
Renovation - Kitchen, Powder, Laundry & Scullery - City Beach
Renovation - Kitchen, Powder, Laundry & Scullery - City Beach
Moda InteriorsModa Interiors
The old laundry was repurposed to become a laundry and scullery space. New laundry Miele appliances were stacked for space saving and thoughtful cabinetry with plenty of storage introduced. Wall painted in Dulux Whisper White. Floortiles from Bernini Stone Salvador Grey Honed 300 x 600; Franke Kubux KBX 110-700F Stainless Steel Sink; Franke Pull out Tap; Dekton Zenith Benchtop/Splashback; Lo & Co Aver Pull Handles.
Lake Murray Laundry
Lake Murray Laundry
Lashane Construction and Design, LLCLashane Construction and Design, LLC
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall separated utility room in Other with a submerged sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite worktops, white splashback, tonge and groove splashback, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
Angel Bay - Lake Travis
Angel Bay - Lake Travis
AE InteriorsAE Interiors
This is an example of a large country u-shaped utility room in Austin with a belfast sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone worktops, white walls, light hardwood flooring, a stacked washer and dryer and multicoloured worktops.
Cove Remodel
Cove Remodel
Studio McGeeStudio McGee
Design ideas for a large coastal l-shaped separated utility room in Salt Lake City with grey cabinets, marble worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and multicoloured worktops.
TCD 2020 Spring Showcase
TCD 2020 Spring Showcase
TCD HomesTCD Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional galley separated utility room in Other with a built-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, black floors and multicoloured worktops.

Utility Room with White Walls and Multicoloured 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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