Houzz UK Contributor. I have been an interiors journalist since 1995, writing several books on design and numerous features for glossy homes mags over the years. For Houzz, I cover decorating ideas and trends and interview designers and professionals for their insights to create in-depth features. My favourite pieces to write, though, are Houzz Tours, as I love exploring and learning about real homes. Call me curious — or nosy!

Houzz UK Contributor. I have been an interiors journalist since 1995, writing several books on design and numerous features for glossy homes mags over the years. For Houzz, I cover decorating ideas and trends and interview designers and professionals for their insights to create in-depth features. My favourite pieces to write, though, are Houzz Tours, as I love exploring and learning about real homes. Call me curious — or nosy!

Typically small in size, utility rooms are usually home to banks of units holding cleaning products and used only for the most unglamorous of domestic jobs, from laundry to towelling off a wet dog. This is probably why we often overlook their potential as stylish spaces in their own right, and forget to design them with the same eye for aesthetics we use in all the other rooms of the house.



Well, enough is enough. It’s time to champion the hard-working utility room and treat it to some style, with funky wallpaper, retro lighting and plenty of other genius decorating ideas. After all, this room should feel part of your home, and be more than just a space you need, but never love.



These 10 inspiring examples show how it can be done…