Moving the washer/dryer out of the kitchen into their own space was not a difficult decision. Meeting all of the programmatic requirements of this new room was a little trickier. Designing enough room to be able to wash the dogs and water houseplants, as well as folding laundry in a small space was solved by providing a removable countertop. When the counter is needed, the two pieces easily slide in place and they are pulled out of the way when the water is needed. When the dogs get a shower, the handspray works best, but for the plants the swing-arm potfiller serves optimally. The client had been saving these 19th century English transferware tiles for just such a project. The mahogany countertop, antique drying rack, windows and built-ins, and exquisite tile work make this a stunning room to do your laundry. Renovation/Addition. Rob Karosis Photography
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jessicalipiec wrote:
where did you get the faucet for the dog bath/laundry tub? - I want to do a similar dog bath in my laundry room and this faucet would work great! »
missstella While I have no idea where the homeowner got this one, these racks, which lift up or can be laid flat against the wall when not in use, and fan out like you see in this photo when raised, are very common vintage pieces that can be found pretty easily in rural antique mall type places, probably also on eBay. You just have to go trolling antique malls and keep your eyes open for one - hunting for it is part of the fun. And actually, I think Cracker Barrel, of all places, has repros - they have started carrying reproduction fireking-jadeite kitchen ware, made by the original manufacturer, Anchor-Hocking. Sorry for the little off-topic digression there!
Dog shower -- wall is a little too high and space to small for dexter. But, would be nice to have something that would work for him in the laundry room so don't have to track through house when he's muddy.