Inspiration for a transitional mudroom in Melbourne with grey walls.

Custom build mudroom a continuance of the entry space.
Inspiration for a small contemporary mudroom in Melbourne with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a single front door, brown floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional mudroom in Salt Lake City with a white front door, grey walls, grey floor and slate floors.

Angle Eye Photography
Photo of a large traditional mudroom in Philadelphia with brick floors, grey walls, a single front door and a white front door.

This is an example of a country mudroom in Minneapolis with grey walls, a single front door, a glass front door and black floor.

The unique design challenge in this early 20th century Georgian Colonial was the complete disconnect of the kitchen to the rest of the home. In order to enter the kitchen, you were required to walk through a formal space. The homeowners wanted to connect the kitchen and garage through an informal area, which resulted in building an addition off the rear of the garage. This new space integrated a laundry room, mudroom and informal entry into the re-designed kitchen. Additionally, 25” was taken out of the oversized formal dining room and added to the kitchen. This gave the extra room necessary to make significant changes to the layout and traffic pattern in the kitchen. Beth Singer Photography

Large country mudroom in Minneapolis with brick floors, beige walls and multi-coloured floor.

Todd Mason, Halkin Photography
Contemporary mudroom in New York with white walls, slate floors and grey floor.

Design ideas for a large contemporary mudroom in San Francisco with porcelain floors, a pivot front door, a dark wood front door and grey floor.

A place for everything
Photo of a mid-sized beach style mudroom in Boston with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a white front door, beige floor, wood and wood walls.

Mudroom featuring hickory cabinetry, mosaic tile flooring, black shiplap, wall hooks, and gold light fixtures.
Design ideas for a large country mudroom in Grand Rapids with beige walls, porcelain floors, multi-coloured floor and planked wall panelling.

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW For many, extra time at home during COVID left them wanting more from their homes. Whether you realized the shortcomings of your space or simply wanted to combat boredom, a well-designed and functional home was no longer a want, it became a need. Tina found herself wanting more from her Old Irving Park home and reached out to The Kitchen Studio about adding function to her kitchen to make the most of the available real estate. At the end of the day, there is nothing better than returning home to a bright and happy space you love. And this kitchen wasn’t that for Tina. Dark and dated, with a palette from the past and features that didn’t make the most of the available square footage, this remodel required vision and a fresh approach to the space. Lead designer, Stephanie Cole’s main design goal was better flow, while adding greater functionality with organized storage, accessible open shelving, and an overall sense of cohesion with the adjoining family room. The original kitchen featured a large pizza oven, which was rarely used, yet its footprint limited storage space. The nearby pantry had become a catch-all, lacking the organization needed in the home. The initial plan was to keep the pizza oven, but eventually Tina realized she preferred the design possibilities that came from removing this cumbersome feature, with the goal of adding function throughout the upgraded and elevated space. Eliminating the pantry added square footage and length to the kitchen for greater function and more storage. This redesigned space reflects how she lives and uses her home, as well as her love for entertaining. The kitchen features a classic, clean, and timeless palette. White cabinetry, with brass and bronze finishes, contrasts with rich wood flooring, and lets the large, deep blue island in Woodland’s custom color Harbor – a neutral, yet statement color – draw your eye. The kitchen was the main priority. In addition to updating and elevating this space, Tina wanted to maximize what her home had to offer. From moving the location of the patio door and eliminating a window to removing an existing closet in the mudroom and the cluttered pantry, the kitchen footprint grew. Once the floorplan was set, it was time to bring cohesion to her home, creating connection between the kitchen and surrounding spaces. The color palette carries into the mudroom, where we added beautiful new cabinetry, practical bench seating, and accessible hooks, perfect for guests and everyday living. The nearby bar continues the aesthetic, with stunning Carrara marble subway tile, hints of brass and bronze, and a design that further captures the vibe of the kitchen. Every home has its unique design challenges. But with a fresh perspective and a bit of creativity, there is always a way to give the client exactly what they want [and need]. In this particular kitchen, the existing soffits and high slanted ceilings added a layer of complexity to the lighting layout and upper perimeter cabinets. While a space needs to look good, it also needs to function well. This meant making the most of the height of the room and accounting for the varied ceiling features, while also giving Tina everything she wanted and more. Pendants and task lighting paired with an abundance of natural light amplify the bright aesthetic. The cabinetry layout and design compliments the soffits with subtle profile details that bring everything together. The tile selections add visual interest, drawing the eye to the focal area above the range. Glass-doored cabinets further customize the space and give the illusion of even more height within the room. While her family may be grown and out of the house, Tina was focused on adding function without sacrificing a stunning aesthetic and dreamy finishes that make the kitchen the gathering place of any home. It was time to love her kitchen again, and if you’re wondering what she loves most, it’s the niche with glass door cabinetry and open shelving for display paired with the marble mosaic backsplash over the range and complimenting hood. Each of these features is a stunning point of interest within the kitchen – both brag-worthy additions to a perimeter layout that previously felt limited and lacking. Whether your remodel is the result of special needs in your home or simply the excitement of focusing your energy on creating a fun new aesthetic, we are here for it. We love a good challenge because there is always a way to make a space better – adding function and beauty simultaneously.

The mudroom entry off the garage is expansive and houses a dog washing station, a second laundry for pool towels and muddy athletic clothing. We did gorgeous custom cabinetry in this pretty teal color with the gold decorative metal screening to allow the lockers to breath.

Modern laundry room and mudroom with natural elements. Casual yet refined, with fresh and eclectic accents. Natural wood, tile flooring, custom cabinetry.

Interior Design: Tucker Thomas Interior Design Builder: Structural Image Photography: Spacecrafting Custom Cabinetry: Engstrom Wood Products
Mid-sized traditional mudroom in Minneapolis with multi-coloured floor.

Large Mud Room with lots of storage and hand-washing station!
Inspiration for a large country mudroom in Chicago with white walls, brick floors, a single front door, a medium wood front door and red floor.

Inspiration for a beach style mudroom in Minneapolis with blue walls, a single front door, a white front door, grey floor, wood and decorative wall panelling.

Inspiration for a transitional mudroom in Raleigh.

Navy Blue and Brass Mudroom with an integrated bench and plenty and storage space. Custom Cabinetry: Thorpe Concepts Photography: Young Glass Photography