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Thanks to all who have replied so far.

Kevin-It's too early for congratulations as we are just starting to look around at builders, find the model we like, approach the bank, etc. You have nailed it as to what is required in that room. The utility sink is a must for me.

We are a family that uses the basement quite often in our current house (because it is developed). Eventually I would want to develop the new basement anyways; maybe putting everything in the basement would kickstart me into finishing it earlier than planned. At this point my internal common sense is telling me to lean towards everything in the basement.

Please keep any suggestions coming.