'Utility rooms really do have to work, so the trick is to combine function and longevity with decor that feels authentic rather than over-dressed,' says Helen Parker, creative director of deVOL.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. Laundry rooms have been popping up in several home design trends this year ...

When a new year dawns, many of us are thinking about how to do things better, how to manage aspects of our lives in a more efficient way that brings us more pleasure or at least less stress. As many ...

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When setting up your laundry room, experts caution against turning the area into a catchall storage space. “Generally, we recommend only storing items related to washing and drying clothing in a ...