Custom made elegant Laundry Room, cream color, classic hand carved details.

Photo: Mark Fergus

This new extension was created to house the clients new utility room and provides a huge amount of storage within the bespoke shaker design. The illuminated high level shelf has a hanging rail incorporated underneath, perfect for drying.

After moving into their home three years ago, Mr and Mrs C left their kitchen to last as part of their home renovations. “We knew of Ream from the large showroom on the Gillingham Business Park and we had seen the Vans in our area.” says Mrs C. “We’ve moved twice already and each time our kitchen renovation has been questionable. We hoped we would be third time lucky? This time we opted for the whole kitchen renovation including the kitchen flooring, lighting and installation.” The Ream showroom in Gillingham is bright and inviting. It is a large space, as it took us over one hour to browse round all the displays. Meeting Lara at the showroom before hand, helped to put our ideas of want we wanted with Lara’s design expertise. From the initial kitchen consultation, Lara then came to measure our existing kitchen. Lara, Ream’s Kitchen Designer, was able to design Mr and Mrs C’s kitchen which came to life on the 3D software Ream uses for kitchen design. When it came to selecting the kitchen, Lara is an expert, she was thorough and an incredibly knowledgeable kitchen designer. We were never rushed in our decision; she listened to what we wanted. It was refreshing as our experience of other companies was not so pleasant. Ream has a very good range to choose from which brought our kitchen to life. The kitchen design had ingenious with clever storage ideas which ensured our kitchen was better organised. We were surprised with how much storage was possible especially as before I had only one drawer and a huge fridge freezer which reduced our worktop space. The installation was quick too. The team were considerate of our needs and asked if they had permission to park on our driveway. There was no dust or mess to come back to each evening and the rubbish was all collected too. Within two weeks the kitchen was complete. Reams customer service was prompt and outstanding. When things did go wrong, Ream was quick to rectify and communicate with us what was going on. One was the delivery of three doors which were drilled wrong and the other was the extractor. Emma, Ream’s Project Coordinator apologised and updated us on what was happening through calls and emails. “It’s the best kitchen we have ever had!” Mr & Mrs C say, we are so happy with it.

Photography by Shannon McGrath

Framed Shaker utility painted in Little Greene 'Portland Stone Deep' Walls: Farrow & Ball 'Wimbourne White' Worktops are SG Carrara quartz Villeroy & Boch Farmhouse 60 sink Perrin and Rowe - Ionian deck mounted tap with crosshead handles in Aged brass finish. Burnished Brass handles by Armac Martin Photo by Rowland Roques-O'Neil.

Darren Chung

Contemporary laundry and utility room in Cashmere with Wenge effect worktops. Elevated Miele washing machine and tumble dryer with pull-out shelf below for easy changeover of loads.

We have designed a truly exceptional utility space, beautifully flowing with the In-Frame Shaker kitchen just between a single door. It’s been handcrafted with the same attention to detail as the kitchen itself, blending beauty and practicality, becoming an essential part of our client’s household and hand-painted in the soft, muted tones of Rolling Fog by Little Greene. Efficiency is key in a utility room, and the layout features the highly sought-after layout of stacked appliances. The vertical configuration of the Miele washing machine and dryer maximises floor space, leaving more room for storage and workspace. The appliances are neatly built-in within bespoke cabinetry, making laundry tasks easier. No utility room is complete without a Shaws Butler Sink, an iconic feature that combines timeless design with exceptional practicality. Choosing a deep, durable sink allows you to perfectly soak laundry, rinse clothes, and handle all household tasks. Paired with the Perrin & Rowe Ionian Mixer Tap in Aged Brass, the utility room exudes understated luxury. The classic design and elegant surface, add a touch of vintage charm while providing the convenience needed for everyday tasks. With everyday life in mind, the utility room offers plenty of storage for cleaning supplies and laundry detergents. Behind the beautifully crafted shaker doors, there are generous cupboards and shelves, where everything is kept organised and out of sight. Adding to the look, handles and knobs were chosen from Perrin & Row – Shell Handles in Aged Brass and Large Contoured Knobs in Aged Brass. Bringing a contemporary edge to the heart of the utility room is a stunning Carrara Misterio quartz worktop, a luxurious and hard-wearing stone. Whether you are folding clothes, organising laundry, or dealing with detergents, the quartz worktop is resilient against stains and scratches, all while enhancing the room’s overall look.

New build house. Laundry room designed, supplied and installed. Cashmere matt laminate furniture for an easy and durable finish. Lots of storage to hide ironing board, clothes horses and hanging space for freshly ironed shirts. Marcel Baumhauer da Silva - hausofsilva.com

Utility Room

Marek Sikora

Designed by Studio212 Ltd, this utility room proves that functional spaces can also be elegant. Floor-to-ceiling cabinetry provides generous storage, keeping laundry and household essentials discreetly hidden away. The layout includes integrated washer and dryer, concealed cupboards, and a dedicated sink area by the window. Large windows bring in natural light and connect the space to the garden and BBQ terrace beyond, ensuring even daily tasks are carried out in a bright and uplifting environment. Neutral cabinetry, pale timber flooring, and minimal detailing create a streamlined aesthetic that blends seamlessly with the rest of the home’s interiors. This design demonstrates how careful planning turns a utility into more than a service room — it becomes an extension of the home’s comfort and efficiency.

Clever use of fitting the laundry in behind cabinet doors as paet of the kitchen renovation. Photographed by Darryl Ellwood Photography

The New Utility Boot Room. The original giant Belfast sinks on legs were retained and relocated, with new wall mounted taps. The client preferred a simple stacked washer and dryer arrangement. Cupboards are a simple Shaker design. The ceiling airer is another traditional design, and works because of the high ceiling.

Handmade in-frame kitchen, boot and utility room featuring a two colour scheme, Caesarstone Eternal Statuario main countertops, Sensa premium Glacial Blue island countertop. Bora vented induction hob, Miele oven quad and appliances, Fisher and Paykel fridge freezer and caple wine coolers.

This property has been transformed into an impressive home that our clients can be proud of. Our objective was to carry out a two storey extension which was considered to complement the existing features and period of the house. This project was set at the end of a private road with large grounds. During the build we applied stepped foundations due to the nearby trees. There was also a hidden water main in the ground running central to new floor area. We increased the water pressure by installing a break tank (this is a separate water storage tank where a large pump pulls the water from here and pressurises the mains incoming supplying better pressure all over the house hot and cold feeds.). This can be seen in the photo below in the cladded bespoke external box. Our client has gained a large luxurious lounge with a feature log burner fireplace with oak hearth and a practical utility room downstairs. Upstairs, we have created a stylish master bedroom with a walk in wardrobe and ensuite. We added beautiful custom oak beams, raised the ceiling level and deigned trusses to allow sloping ceiling either side. Other special features include a large bi-folding door to bring the lovely garden into the new lounge. Upstairs, custom air dried aged oak which we ordered and fitted to the bedroom ceiling and a beautiful Juliet balcony with raw iron railing in black. This property has a tranquil farm cottage feel and now provides stylish adequate living space.