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Custom Home October 2013
Custom Home October 2013
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Rugheimer Custom Coastal Cottage
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New Cabinet Line for 2014
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Full House Remodel
Full House Remodel
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Step inside to discover a thoughtfully renovated interior that combines vaulted ceilings revealing a spacious and modern ambiance. Impeccable attention-to-detail has been given to maximize this open concept, resulting in a sleek living space accentuated by recessed lighting and expansive picture windows that bathe the room in natural light. The custom wet bar and open kitchen layout add to the allure of the entertainment area. This premier kitchen was planned for the ultimate in-home entertainment. The kitchen centerpiece is a wall-mounted fume hood mounted over a gas cooktop surrounded by features such as a farmhouse sink, convenient custom cabinet pull-outs, double combo micro/confection wall ovens and a pantry. The large island adorned with pendant lights completes the layout. The adjacent dining area, illuminated by an abundance of windows and lofty vaulted ceilings, seamlessly connects to the kitchen, marked by an eye-catching geometric chandelier and a clever use of space.
The York Lane Cottage
The York Lane Cottage
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Glenn Bashaw
Modern Craftsman Full Kitchen Remodel
Modern Craftsman Full Kitchen Remodel
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The home was built in 1926 and had been remodeled a couple times. The kitchen was small and sandwiched between the closed off dining room and office not offering and view of outside or option for natural light (2 story house). The owners wanted to have a bigger kitchen with lots of light and a view of the backyard. 2-story houses have a harder time moving walls due to structural issues, but we were able to eliminate the wall between the office and kitchen to open up the space. After working through several design options, we relocated the laundry room door, created a new side door to the driveway, and moved the sink to the back wall to have a view of the yard. The owners love the craftsmen style and wanted to keep the look and feel but modernize everything. The accent tile behind the cooktop is handmade by FireClay tile. Custom cabinets from a local cabinet shop The Wood Connection.
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
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Todd W. Reed
Clearwater Bay | Lake of the Woods | 2
Clearwater Bay | Lake of the Woods | 2
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Samantha Hawkins Photography Custom Cabinetry by Whiteshell Woodworks
Ballentrace Custom Home
Ballentrace Custom Home
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Serenity
Serenity
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The Silverstone :: Artisan Home
The Silverstone :: Artisan Home
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Mark McDonald
Birdsong Ranch, Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
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Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
The laundry room also functions as a hallway, with the bathroom directly opposite. The french window opens inward, leaving a wide open space that can function as a pass-through for parties.

5,272 American Service Yard Design Photos

The service yard – also know as a service balcony, laundry or utility room – is often an afterthought in home designs, despite how many needs it can serve. Complete with a washing machine, dryer, ironing board and appropriate racks and shelving, your American service yard can simplify your household chores, store dirty washing, drying clothes and cleaning products, and be a spot to do your ironing and folding. In HDB flats, this is where the rubbish chute is as well. If your service yard or laundry is not working to its full potential, a renovation could be a wise investment. Before you undergo any changes, browse the photos on Houzz for efficient service yard ideas, from layouts and storage to appliances.

Issues to consider for your service yard

Since the service yard handles so many functions, you'll want to think about common issues that can arise. Firstly, consider your space limitations - the actual working space that you have after factoring in location of pipes, where your washing machine's tap is located, as well as convenient access to your clothes rack space. Next, consider privacy and safety concerns. If you live in an apartment where your service yard opens up to your neighbours, consider installing window grilles to prevent possibilities of unauthorised access to your home via this space. If you have young children, window grilles will also rein in their curiosity and keep them safe! To keep out wind and rain, consider waterproof blinds as well. Layout considerations will probably be the most important: think about where your washing machine, storage (cleaning products, laundry accessories) washing sink, and drying rack should go. A professional will also be able to highlight issues unique to your service yard that you may not have thought of. Our increasingly small spaced living lifestyle means kitchen spaces come connected with the service yard. You might want to look at kitchen photos on Houzz to see how these two spaces relate to each other, and also a different angled view of service yards from the kitchen.

How do I add storage to my American service yard?

A combination of storage solutions is key to running an efficient American laundry. Include shelving and racks above or beside the washing machine to store washing detergent, softener and other cleaning products; and a laundry basket for dirty clothes. Consider a custom-built cupboard for an ironing board, so it can easily fold out when you need it, or mount the ironing board directly to the wall or on the back of a door. A retractable clothesline is a handy addition to dry delicate clothes, while a clothes hanger mounted to the wall is ideal for hanging freshly pressed shirts.

What else can I use my American laundry for?

Multipurpose laundry rooms or utility rooms can help save valuable space in your home. Some would locate the water heater tank here. The laundry sink can be used to bathe your dog or cat; your laundry cabinet can store sports equipment, pails and umbrellas; and a spare nook can be filled with a desk and chair to create an office space while you wait for your load to finish. If your service yard is at the front of the house, consider using it as a drop station for mail, mobile phones and keys. Include a bench seat or stool, wall-mounted hooks for bags and a coat stand and it can even be used as a place to get the kids organised before you walk out the front door.

How can I decorate my utility room?

Service yards are usually filled to the brim with appliances and storage, so take advantage of your walls when decorating and use cheery paint colours or wallpaper to make doing the chores more pleasant! Fun signs, posters, murals and wall decals will also add character to the space. Think of your storage as decor, too – look for bins and baskets with decorative touches, and use brightly-coloured or patterned hangers. It would also be helpful to speak to a professional that can help you with decorating and doing the layout for the service yard.
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First Floor Remodel
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Kitchen, Living Room, Fireplace, Mudroom, Laundry Room, Deck Remodel Custom Living Designer- Tom Lazzara After Photos: Jamie Sangar and Justin Simms
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