Apartments

Utility Interior Design for Apartments

Laundry equipment, cleaning supplies and ventilation compete for a small service niche.

Explore the ideas
Kitchen with pale green base cabinets and a continuous tiled backsplash
Service inspiration: choose surfaces that can be wiped along work areas.

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Photographs for design inspiration
Parallel kitchen with teal cabinets and a continuous counter run
Service inspiration: organize equipment along opposing work runs.
Straight kitchen cabinets with a long counter and under-cabinet lighting
Service inspiration: keep task surfaces and storage easy to reach.

Explore the design decisions

Before you start

Place washer near water points and keep service access clear; stack only where reach and maintenance allow.

Room details and site checks
Layout
Place washer near water points and keep service access clear; stack only where reach and maintenance allow.
Detail
Use ventilated closed storage above splash level and a task light for sorting.
Trade-off
A full-height cabinet hides clutter but can restrict airflow and appliance servicing.
  • Confirm appliance connections and drain access
  • Check ventilation and cabinet opening
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