Raleigh Floor Plans | How to Add a Mudroom

"Home Hub" Storage Room

The Carwiles came to Stanton Homes with a traditional-style floor plan and a few questions. 

And with some modern thinking, we made savvy improvements on the livability of their floorplan.

With an entertaining style of casual elegance rather than formal, the Carwiles were willing to eliminate their formal dining area in order to put that space to better use.

The small laundry room behind the kitchen was moved into the dining room space. The laundry room space became an ample walk-in pantry with exterior window.

The new laundry was customized to become more than just a mudroom - it was designed to be an entire "Home Hub" - a space for "life" to occur.

We started by wrapping the room with cabinets and built-in countertops. The tall cabinets were designed to house large cleaning tools and supplies. The upper cabinets were designed to house wrapping paper, light bulbs, pet supplies and a first aid kit. 

A sink base cabinet with faucet and sprayer was added for cleaning out pet dishes, re-filling water dishes and pre-treating clothes with stains.  Areas below the countertops were left open for pet feeding dishes and large baskets for outside plastic toys and outdoor gear. 

Above the sink, an open area was fitted with a rod for hanging hand-laundered garments and delicates. A security system panel and large bulletin board (for children's artwork) are conveniently located to the left as you enter the room.

The countertop backsplash areas were fitted with extra outlets at desk height - perfect for phone and camera charging stations.

The Carwiles also plan to add adhesive-backed 12 x 12 cork tiles (coordinated to match the cork plank flooring) to the backsplash area for calendars and appointments.

This forward-thinking design of "green" cork flooring is loved for its exotic earthy looks, resilience (moisture friendly) and hypo-allergenic qualities. Cork is an ideal choice for a 21st century home hub.

The color scheme and casual style of the Carwile home hub will lend itself well to future needs. Yes, we thought of everything in this "life friendly" room - even finger painting can happen in this 100% washable, kid-friendly design.

Here’s how the team at Stanton Homes worked with the Carwiles to modify their floor pland it, together:

Above is the modified Carwile floor plan, after custom modifications were made to meet the needs of the homeowner:

 - Formal Dining Room has been replaced with large "Home Hub" mudroom/laundry room combination

 - Laundry Room has been converted into extra large walk-in pantry

Want to add a large mudroom to a floor plan you already love? Our design team will sit with you to sketch up ideas for your floor plan, together.

Design sessions and in-house design work come at no extra cost in your custom home package.

See your ideas come to life in the hands of our experts – designing real homes for real people - contact us to talk about your own special layout.

Want to see more custom modifications in The Carwile?

Click the image below to see how Stanton Homes can transform your master bathroom floor plan:

Contact Stanton Homes for floor plan ideas, or to get find out more about building a custom home in North Carolina.

Raleigh New Home Trends

New Home Exterior Styles from Craftsman to Contemporary

7 Ways to Create the Perfect Outdoor Living Space

Questions to ask before building a Multi Generational home

90 Photos of Custom Home Kitchen

How to (Re) Design Your Master Bath

The Carwiles came to Stanton Homes with a traditional-style floor plan and some questions about how it could be modified to meet their needs. They loved the romance of a traditionally styled home, and they had some modern thinking that led to some savvy improvements on the livability of their original floorplan.

Top on their wish list were master bath layout modifications.  

A Master Bath that Just Didn't Work:

The Carwiles simply didn't care for the existing master bath layout, with the tub and tub window facing the front of the home.

Stanton Homes redesigned the Master Bathroom for the Carwiles without increasing the overall square footage of the home.  Instead, we created more floor place and visual appeal by adding a cantilever (an alcove with no foundation underneath) on the side of the home for the garden tub.

Privacy that Protects the Exterior Feel of the Home

The water closet (a separate room for the toilet) was moved to the front of the house and incorporated the front window. 

The result is that simply closing the door to the water closet, the bathroom has complete privacy from the front yard, without having to keep window coverings permanently closed.

His and Hers Bathroom Vanity Photos

The original layout out a single, basic countertop with two sinks.

In the redesigned layout, the double vanity became longer, making room for a "his and her" style master bathroom with center open shelving unit.

We started with concept renderings drawn by Stanton Homes interior design experts. The open shelves are designed for hand towels and toiletries; the 24" wide stack of drawers located below the open shelves are designed for bath towels. 

The his and hers vanity areas also include separate drawers for housing personal items - lending this master bathroom plenty of storage space.

Add Tile, Fixture, and Color Selections to Pull it All Together with Expert Help

Adding to the charm, the bathroom was decorated in a classic hotel-look with the timeless contrast of white subway tile and white Carrara marble accents in the shower and on the floor, in combination with dark stained raised panel cabinets.

Traditional pale blue walls complete the desired vintage look.

All the Carwiles need to add are inexpensive Bamboo blinds and stacks of fresh white towels to complete the statement.

The Carwile - Floor Plan Without Modifications

Here is the original Raleigh floor plan, before custom modifications were made to meet the needs of the homeowner:

 - Tub located on front wall, with window above

 - Water closet located on side wall, with half-wall barrier

 - Vanity reaches from master closet, with no space for open cabinetry

The Carwile - Floor Plan Transformation

Here is the modified Carwile floor plan, after custom modifications were made to meet the needs of the homeowner: 

 - Tub has been moved to side wall, with a cantilever design

 - Water closet has been moved to the front wall, with privacy door

 - The double vanity has been elongated

 - Built-in open shelves have been added between the "his-and-hers" vanities

Search our floor plan catalog to get more ideas for your new home layout. Can't find the perfect floor plan? Sit with our design team and we’ll sketch up ideas for your new NC custom home's master bathroom together. The design sessions and in-house design work you create together with our interior designer come at no extra cost in your custom home package.

See your ideas come to life in the hands of our experts – designing real homes for real people - contact us to talk about your own special layout. 

Raleigh New Home Trends

New Home Exterior Styles from Craftsman to Contemporary

7 Ways to Create the Perfect Outdoor Living Space

Questions to ask before building a Multi Generational home

90 Photos of Custom Home Kitchen

Interior Design Ideas

Designing Your Custom Home Kitchen 

When you build a new home with Stanton Homes, you can sit with our in-house design team and we’ll sketch up ideas for your kitchen together.

Custom design work and sessions with an exceptional, experienced interior designer are included in your custom home package at no extra cost.

See how kitchen design ideas can flow together in the sketches we made for real people building real homes here, and contact us to talk about your own special layout.

Designing Your Custom Home Kitchen - The Lowery

Kitchen design renderings are provided by an experienced interior designer, to help homebuyers determine kitchen layout options, cabinetry dimensions, special features like backsplash designs, open walkway space and more.

Your personal interior designer will help determine:

 - Type and style of premium cabinetry

- Location of crown moulding and other details

- Design, color, and style of custom tile backsplash

- Design, color, and style of custom tile inlay above range

- Location and layout of Pantry

- Best location for oven/range to fit your lifestyle

- Best location of sink and dishwasher to fit your lifestyle

The Lowery - Completed Kitchen

What makes this custom kitchen functional and beautiful? 

 - Dark cabinetry contrasts with a custom tile backsplash of neutral tans and browns.

 - The angled breakfast nook walls bring plenty of natural light into the large island kitchen.

 - A custom tile inlay above the gas range blends the darks and lights of the room perfectly.

 - Satin nickel hardware highlights the stainless steel appliances.

The Lowery - Custom Drawn Kitchen Floor Plan

 - The large island includes a 60/40 undermount sink

 - A raised eating bar includes tile backsplash below

 - The kitchen looks out to the breakfast and keeping rooms

 - The laundry room is in easy reach, just off the kitchen and keeping rooms

See your imagination come to life in the hands of our experts – designing real homes for real people.

More Kitchen Design Ideas:

• Kitchen Design Trends - Is Stainless Steel on its Way Out?
• Kitchen Color Trend Forecast - "Must Read" for Kitchen Design
• Best Kitchen Countertop Ideas For New Homes | Kitchen Design Trends
• Kitchen Tile Ideas | Top 5 Kitchen Tile Backsplash Design Trends
• How to Coordinate Your Granite Countertops and Tile Backsplash - Kitchen Trends

Top 3 Design/Build Kitchens

Custom Home Kitchen Designs by Stanton Homes

Designing a kitchen is tough.  Each family is unique.  Is your style country, casual, contemporary, or something in between?

Here are some of our Top 3 Kitchen Makeovers - we'll show you start-to-finish what our interior designer did to make each kitchen work perfectly, and what you'll want to consider before you get started. 

1. The Lowery - Design/Build Custom Kitchen with Hand Rendering

The homeowners were yearning for a gourmet kitchen that would be infused with deep, rich color tones and a sophisticated style.

They were drawn to deeper colors as a radical departure from their Florida home which had incorporated a lot of white.

The granite is a Santa Fe Brown. The cabinets are a Maple Espresso finish.

Several areas of this kitchen were extended, to accommodate  additional cabinet storage space for the homeowners' multiple dish sets.

The tile backsplash originally ended at the bottom of the cabinets, and was later extended to the top of the stainless steel chimney.

42 inch cabinets with upper crown molding are standard in your Stanton Home.

Click here for more information about this design/build kitchen and to view photos of the completed kitchen.

2. The Kelley - Design/Build Custom Kitchen with Hand Renderings

The Kelley kitchen was designed especially for large family gatherings, daily cooking, open interaction space, and a clear golf course view, through the angled breakfast room windows.

The island was modified into an elongated, angled shape per the homeowners' request.

Stacking spice drawers on end of island were always on homeowner's wish list. 

Both drawers and cabinets included in the island, to cover a variety of storage needs.

The raised bar backsplash is sealed and enhanced Durango Travertine subway tile with Cinnamon glass pencil insert.  

Click here for more information about this design/build kitchen and to view photos of the completed kitchen.

3. The Linda - Design/Build Kitchen with Hand Renderings

The "Lovely Linda" kitchen layout was completely re-arranged to meet the needs of the homebuyer. 

Click here to see a red-line drawing of all the custom kitchen redesigns.

In this kitchen, you will find eye-catching architectural presence:

 - Raised panel Maple Cognac cabinets with graceful arches and a soothing color palette of Vyara Gold granite 

 - Sealed and enhanced Bianco Travertine subway tiles with honed stone mosaic accents in Carmel mix

 - Graceful lines, angled open shelves

 - Crown molding, light rail, raised center cabinet and crown valance detail over the sink

 - Important details you may overlook when designing your kitchen, like multiple lighting sources

Click here for more information about this design/build kitchen and to view photos of the completed kitchen.

Design/Build Kitchens - Real Homes for Real People

See how kitchen design ideas can flow together in the sketches we made for real people building real homes here, and contact us to talk about your own special layout.

We'll help you determine kitchen layout options, cabinetry dimensions, special features like backsplash designs, appliance/sink spacing, open walkway space and more.