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Utility Room with a Single-bowl Sink and Wood Worktops Ideas and Designs

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Mudroom with a Purpose
Mudroom with a Purpose
Closet Organizing SystemsCloset Organizing Systems
This mudroom is finished in grey melamine with shaker raised panel door fronts and butcher block counter tops. Bead board backing was used on the wall where coats hang to protect the wall and providing a more built-in look. Bench seating is flanked with large storage drawers and both open and closed upper cabinetry. Above the washer and dryer there is ample space for sorting and folding clothes along with a hanging rod above the sink for drying out hanging items. Designed by Jamie Wilson for Closet Organizing Systems
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry
GMI Design GroupGMI Design Group
This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.
Vejle
Vejle
A little storyA little story
Design ideas for a large scandi single-wall utility room in Aarhus with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets and wood worktops.
Timeless Traditional
Timeless Traditional
KellyBaronKellyBaron
Not your typical laundry room. A high shelf wraps around the room. Pegs line the walls on the high wainscoting. A custom table can be used for folding or easily transforms into a bench.
Paris - Tiny House Wabi-sabi sur les toits de Paris
Paris - Tiny House Wabi-sabi sur les toits de Paris
Projet Wabi-sabiProjet Wabi-sabi
Projet de Tiny House sur les toits de Paris, avec 17m² pour 4 !
Inspiration for a small world-inspired single-wall utility room in Paris with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood worktops, wood splashback, concrete flooring, an integrated washer and dryer, white floors, a wood ceiling and wood walls.
Coburg House
Coburg House
Lisa Breeze ArchitectLisa Breeze Architect
Built by Neverstop Group + Photograph by Caitlin Mills + Styling by Natalie James
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley separated utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and brown worktops.
Colorful St. Paul Cottage
Colorful St. Paul Cottage
Copper CreekCopper Creek
Builder: Copper Creek, LLC Architect: David Charlez Designs Interior Design: Bria Hammel Interiors Photo Credit: Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a traditional galley separated utility room in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, wood worktops, blue walls, ceramic flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floors and brown worktops.
CTD-Woods
CTD-Woods
RS Kitchen & Bath (Raymond Smith's Cabinets)RS Kitchen & Bath (Raymond Smith's Cabinets)
Small farmhouse single-wall separated utility room in Atlanta with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback, beige walls, ceramic flooring, a stacked washer and dryer, white floors and brown worktops.
鎌倉らしい鎌倉のリノベーション
鎌倉らしい鎌倉のリノベーション
高田事務所 一級建築士事務所高田事務所 一級建築士事務所
洗面手洗いの壁は、お客様が拘り抜いて選んだグリーンカラーです。 マットで質感が良く、かつ水にも強い特殊な塗装仕上げとしています。 天板にはお爺さまが残されていた彫刻のための木材を再利用しています。 あえてラフな表情を残すため、清掃と仕上げは極限まで抑えています。 清潔感が求められる空間でラフな仕上げにすることは案外バランスが難しい作業です。
アジアン ランドリールーム
アジアン ランドリールーム
Small world-inspired single-wall separated utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, wood worktops, white walls, an integrated washer and dryer, white floors and beige worktops.
Country Living
Country Living
Collins BuildersCollins Builders
This is an example of a medium sized country single-wall utility room in Jacksonville with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and white worktops.
Crystal Cove Newport Coast
Crystal Cove Newport Coast
Interiors By PatrickInteriors By Patrick
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean utility room in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood worktops, light hardwood flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown floors and brown worktops.
Traditional Shingled Gambrel Retreat
Traditional Shingled Gambrel Retreat
Mitch Wise Design,Inc.Mitch Wise Design,Inc.
www.steinbergerphotos.com
Expansive classic l-shaped separated utility room in Milwaukee with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors, wood worktops, slate flooring, brown worktops and feature lighting.
Projet Coton
Projet Coton
Cap ou pas Cap DécorationCap ou pas Cap Décoration
Dans ce projet les clients ont souhaité organisé leur pièce buanderie/vestiaire en créant beaucoup de rangements, en y intégrant joliment la machine à laver ainsi que l'évier existant, le tout dans un style campagne chic.
Less is More Entry, Airlock, Laundry
Less is More Entry, Airlock, Laundry
Enduring Domain ArchitectureEnduring Domain Architecture
This laundry also acts as an entry airlock and mudroom. It is welcoming and has space to hide away mess if need be.
Photo of a small contemporary galley utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, wood worktops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, green walls, concrete flooring, grey floors, a wood ceiling and wood walls.
Delbrook Renovation - North Vancouver
Delbrook Renovation - North Vancouver
JDL Homes VancouverJDL Homes Vancouver
Small contemporary single-wall separated utility room in Vancouver with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood worktops, white walls, porcelain flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, grey floors and brown worktops.
Tile Gallery
Tile Gallery
Tile BazaarTile Bazaar
Inspiration for a medium sized classic single-wall separated utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey walls and a side by side washer and dryer.
Interior KAS
Interior KAS
INT2architectureINT2architecture
INT2 architecture
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Saint Petersburg with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, white walls, ceramic flooring, white floors, beige worktops and a single-bowl sink.
Argent
Argent
Inavogue Kitchens & CabinetsInavogue Kitchens & Cabinets
Inspiration for an urban l-shaped separated utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic flooring, grey floors and orange worktops.
Laundry
Laundry
Designer's Edge Kitchen & BathDesigner's Edge Kitchen & Bath
Hardworking laundry room that needed to provide storage, and folding space for this large family.
Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall utility room in Portland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood worktops, green walls, slate flooring, a side by side washer and dryer, brown worktops and a wood ceiling.

Utility Room with a Single-bowl Sink and Wood 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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