Ultimate Utility

GETTING THE MOST OF YOUR MUDROOM/LAUNDRY COMBO

By Lisa J. Gotto

As homeowners, we ask a lot of our homes, and rightly so; it’s our biggest investment. From the practicality of our kitchens to the convenience of our main level primary suites, our homes, in a way, help us cope with the frenetic world outside by being the best “nests” inside that they can be.

To that end, every space needs to fit the bill for utility right down to our home’s utility rooms. The essential spaces being the laundry room and the mudroom. While you may already have two separate rooms for these, many homeowners are actually finding life becomes a bit more convenient when the two are combined.

Not sure if this is the right option for you? Here are some of the finer points to consider as you work toward achieving ultimate utility.

Let’s go to the mood board!

This is the crucial first step to efficient design because it provides a detailed jumping off point for your ideas, your must-haves, and even your style. Once you have spent some time online curating the look and logistics of your dream space, you will have something to show to your interior design professional or take to the home store when it’s time to get the goods.