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Ruth Doherty

21 Ideas for Small Utility Rooms That Will Make Your Hardest-Working Room Much Better to Use

A small mudroom in muted tones, designed in brick and stone.

Even a compact footprint can offer plenty of room for laundry appliances, storage, extra cabinets, and still look good. All you need are creative ideas and smart design tricks to boost both space and style. Thankfully, designers have plenty of clever solutions to help you make the most of every last inch, turning this "support space" into a multitasking, functional, and standalone unit.

Hidden storage flaps, vertical cabinets, under-counter racks, flexible baskets, and bespoke or modular units are all super handy tools for maximizing the potential of a utility room. And if your small laundry space feels short on style, there are ways to incorporate paint, wallpaper, or even artwork that won’t feel over the top—but will still add a subtle touch of elegance.

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