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    ADDING SPACE & VALUE

    Mar 25, 2021 4 minutes
    by Rebecca Foster

    PART 8: Utility rooms

    • Project costs • Building Regs • Plumbing and electrics • Design ideas

    This practical zone can double up as a useful storage area, boot room or pantry, yet it’s one of the most overlooked spaces in the house when it comes to design. With the rise of open and broken-plan living, a well-executed utility room offers a smart way to keep the mess and noise of clothes washing well away from kitchen, living and dining areas. White goods, hanging dryers and ironing boards can all be stored out of sight, allowing for a sleek, clutter-free feel in the main living space.

    However, for most of us, it’s the task of squeezing a dedicated utility area into the floorplan

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