Pepper!!! Patiently waiting beneath the lovely 100-year edge on the soapstone counter top...wondering why we need to show the whole internet her fortress of solitude. Heather Shier (Photographer)

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Susan Brenner
Large country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Brett Hickman
Photo of an expansive transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Versatile Imaging
Inspiration for a large traditional dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop, shaker cabinets and multi-coloured walls.

This new home was built on an old lot in Dallas, TX in the Preston Hollow neighborhood. The new home is a little over 5,600 sq.ft. and features an expansive great room and a professional chef’s kitchen. This 100% brick exterior home was built with full-foam encapsulation for maximum energy performance. There is an immaculate courtyard enclosed by a 9' brick wall keeping their spool (spa/pool) private. Electric infrared radiant patio heaters and patio fans and of course a fireplace keep the courtyard comfortable no matter what time of year. A custom king and a half bed was built with steps at the end of the bed, making it easy for their dog Roxy, to get up on the bed. There are electrical outlets in the back of the bathroom drawers and a TV mounted on the wall behind the tub for convenience. The bathroom also has a steam shower with a digital thermostatic valve. The kitchen has two of everything, as it should, being a commercial chef's kitchen! The stainless vent hood, flanked by floating wooden shelves, draws your eyes to the center of this immaculate kitchen full of Bluestar Commercial appliances. There is also a wall oven with a warming drawer, a brick pizza oven, and an indoor churrasco grill. There are two refrigerators, one on either end of the expansive kitchen wall, making everything convenient. There are two islands; one with casual dining bar stools, as well as a built-in dining table and another for prepping food. At the top of the stairs is a good size landing for storage and family photos. There are two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, as well as a movie room. What makes this home so special is the Casita! It has its own entrance off the common breezeway to the main house and courtyard. There is a full kitchen, a living area, an ADA compliant full bath, and a comfortable king bedroom. It’s perfect for friends staying the weekend or in-laws staying for a month.

Perfect Laundry Room for making laundry task seem pleasant! BM White Dove and SW Comfort Gray Barn Doors. Pewter Hardware. Construction by Borges Brooks Builders. Fletcher Isaacs Photography

This is an example of a large country u-shaped utility room in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured benchtop.

Despite not having a view of the mountains, the windows of this multi-use laundry/prep room serve an important function by allowing one to keep an eye on the exterior dog-run enclosure. Beneath the window (and near to the dog-washing station) sits a dedicated doggie door for easy, four-legged access. Custom windows, doors, and hardware designed and furnished by Thermally Broken Steel USA. Other sources: Western Hemlock wall and ceiling paneling: reSAWN TIMBER Co.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, white walls, multi-coloured floor, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black benchtop, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, terra-cotta floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Jarrett Design is grateful for repeat clients, especially when they have impeccable taste. In this case, we started with their guest bath. An antique-inspired, hand-pegged vanity from our Nest collection, in hand-planed quarter-sawn cherry with metal capped feet, sets the tone. Calcutta Gold marble warms the room while being complimented by a white marble top and traditional backsplash. Polished nickel fixtures, lighting, and hardware selected by the client add elegance. A special bathroom for special guests. Next on the list were the laundry area, bar and fireplace. The laundry area greets those who enter through the casual back foyer of the home. It also backs up to the kitchen and breakfast nook. The clients wanted this area to be as beautiful as the other areas of the home and the visible washer and dryer were detracting from their vision. They also were hoping to allow this area to serve double duty as a buffet when they were entertaining. So, the decision was made to hide the washer and dryer with pocket doors. The new cabinetry had to match the existing wall cabinets in style and finish, which is no small task. Our Nest artist came to the rescue. A five-piece soapstone sink and distressed counter top complete the space with a nod to the past. Our clients wished to add a beverage refrigerator to the existing bar. The wall cabinets were kept in place again. Inspired by a beloved antique corner cupboard also in this sitting room, we decided to use stained cabinetry for the base and refrigerator panel. Soapstone was used for the top and new fireplace surround, bringing continuity from the nearby back foyer. Last, but definitely not least, the kitchen, banquette and powder room were addressed. The clients removed a glass door in lieu of a wide window to create a cozy breakfast nook featuring a Nest banquette base and table. Brackets for the bench were designed in keeping with the traditional details of the home. A handy drawer was incorporated. The double vase pedestal table with breadboard ends seats six comfortably. The powder room was updated with another antique reproduction vanity and beautiful vessel sink. While the kitchen was beautifully done, it was showing its age and functional improvements were desired. This room, like the laundry room, was a project that included existing cabinetry mixed with matching new cabinetry. Precision was necessary. For better function and flow, the cooking surface was relocated from the island to the side wall. Instead of a cooktop with separate wall ovens, the clients opted for a pro style range. These design changes not only make prepping and cooking in the space much more enjoyable, but also allow for a wood hood flanked by bracketed glass cabinets to act a gorgeous focal point. Other changes included removing a small desk in lieu of a dresser style counter height base cabinet. This provided improved counter space and storage. The new island gave better storage, uninterrupted counter space and a perch for the cook or company. Calacatta Gold quartz tops are complimented by a natural limestone floor. A classic apron sink and faucet along with thoughtful cabinetry details are the icing on the cake. Don’t miss the clients’ fabulous collection of serving and display pieces! We told you they have impeccable taste!

LandMar
Photo of a mid-sized beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Eddie Day
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Susan Brenner
Inspiration for a large country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Bella Vita Photography
Large country u-shaped laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Eddie Day
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Dallas with beige walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige floor, black benchtop and an undermount sink.

Photo of a large mediterranean u-shaped utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.