If there has ever been a relaxing and cozy laundry room, this is it. Cait Pappas of Nest Out West in Colorado created a truly stunning earth-toned laundry room. When this remodel started in 2021, Cait was busy working on other time-consuming projects. That meant this project would only get done in her and her husband's spare time. Cait said, "I must say, working on this project during evenings and weekends allowed us to appreciate every step of the transformation.”
The new ‘galley’ laundry room design has a familiar Transitional feel that makes anyone feel at home. Warm two-tone taupe and olive cabinetry matched beautifully with the soapstone-like quartz countertops and floral wallpaper. Cait partnered with CliqStudios designer, Minda Sphatt, to create a design in the Craftsman line Berkeley door style that maximized her space.
Cait commented, “I worked closely with Minda to come up with a design that made sense functionally and fit our budget (cabinetry adds up!). I opted for a cool, dusty olive-green stain called “Seagrass Sheer” to complement the warmth of the white oak bench on the lockers side of the space”
“On the laundry counter and sink side, I chose a warm putty-toned paint color called “Chai Latte,” which I dressed with a black quartz countertop. The warm and cool colors provide a subtle contrast that adds depth and visual interest. I personally believe that the play of light and dark makes this space feel larger, too!”
New ceiling-height mudroom lockers and a bench created a convenient place to sit and put on shoes. On the laundry side, wall cabinets were added for detergent storage with an expansive countertop above her appliances for folding laundry. Cait added unique details to really emphasize the design style like a gorgeous radial side-splash and ledge above for decorative picture frames.
Using two colors in a small space was a difficult decision, but Cait discussed her decision making. “My decision to incorporate two-toned cabinetry in our mudroom turned out to be a design choice that I feel enriched the whole room. This being such a small space, using two-toned cabinetry did require careful consideration, BUT it allowed us to create a harmonious and inviting environment that seamlessly blends function with style.”
“Working with two distinct cabinetry colors in a small space certainly presents its own set of challenges (can look busy, makes decorating and accessorizing a tad more difficult, etc.), but I’d say the benefits outweigh the limitations.”
“One of the most noticeable features of our mudroom transformation is the two-toned cabinetry, with paint colors that span from floor to ceiling. Having worked with CliqStudios during our kitchen renovation back in 2021, I knew how great the process of designing a layout that both fit the space and aligned with my taste would be.”
It’s no surprise that Cait once again created a stunning design. Her new laundry room is the perfect complement to her previous CliqStudios kitchen remodel. Together, they create a cohesive feel throughout the home.
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