The brief for this home was to create a warm inviting space that suited it's beachside location. Our client loves to cook so an open plan kitchen with a space for her grandchildren to play was at the top of the list. Key features used in this open plan design were warm floorboard tiles in a herringbone pattern, navy horizontal shiplap feature wall, custom joinery in entry, living and children's play area, rattan pendant lighting, marble, navy and white open plan kitchen.

Laundry Room Makeover

Trim Tech Designs

This laundry room is what dreams are made of… ? A double washer and dryer, marble lined utility sink, and custom mudroom with built-in storage? We are swooning.

Veranda A Model - Ruppert

Front Light Building Co.

This is an example of a beach style laundry room in Other with shiplap splashback and planked wall panelling.

W. Point Remodel

Tays & Co Design Studios

Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Reimagined Ranch | Beaverton Home Addition

Mountainwood Homes

Mid-sized beach style l-shaped utility room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Driftwood Cottage

Home at 2 Design

Clean white shiplap, a vintage style porcelain hanging utility sink and simple open furnishings make make laundry time enjoyable. An adjacent two door closet houses all the clutter of cleaning supplies and keeps them out of sight. An antique giant clothespin hangs on the wall, an iron rod allows for hanging clothes to dry with the fresh air from three awning style windows.

Orr Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Design ideas for a large beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

BEACH HOUSE ON THE BAY

JN Interior Spaces

This is an example of a beach style dedicated laundry room in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white walls and planked wall panelling.

Oyster Shell Countertop

Coastal Kitchens & Floors

John executed a beautiful custom countertop using a mixture of local recycled oyster shells and decorative concrete.
Mid-sized beach style laundry room in Charleston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, white splashback, white walls, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Large Beach Laundry

Drifthouse Design

Large Open Laundry, Full Inset painted Benjamin Moore Coventry Gray. Luxury of 2 Double stack Washer and Dryer openings and sink area to finish all those laundry needs.

Veranda A Model - Ruppert

Front Light Building Co.

This is an example of a beach style laundry room in Other with planked wall panelling.

Old Northeast

Olde World Cabinetry

Photo of a mid-sized beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Tampa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room Makeover

Trim Tech Designs

This laundry room is what dreams are made of… ? A double washer and dryer, marble lined utility sink, and custom mudroom with built-in storage? We are swooning.

Veranda A Model - Ruppert

Front Light Building Co.

Photo of a beach style laundry room in Other with shiplap splashback and planked wall panelling.

Veranda A Model - Ruppert

Front Light Building Co.

Design ideas for a beach style laundry room in Other with shiplap splashback and planked wall panelling.

Ocean Street Narrabeen

Bathrooms By Oldham

Ocean Street Narrabeen

Bathrooms By Oldham

Overlook A - Kenney

Front Light Building Co.

Design ideas for a beach style laundry room in Other with planked wall panelling.

Oyster Shell & Decorative Concrete Sink

Coastal Kitchens & Floors

We were able to design and create this custom molded sink and countertop using recycled oyster shells and high quality concrete to create a truly one of a kind feature for this project.

Veranda A Model - Ruppert

Front Light Building Co.

Inspiration for a beach style laundry room in Other with white splashback, shiplap splashback, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Beach Style Laundry Room Design Ideas with Planked Wall Panelling

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned beach style laundry, complete with built-in cabinets, a laundry sink, washing machine and clothes dryer, can serve many needs. It can help simplify your household chores; store drying clothes and cleaning products; and can even provide a spot for you to groom pets. Because of its hardworking, multipurpose potential, a laundry renovation is a worthwhile investment. Smart laundry designs have layouts that save you time and effort. For example, a washing machine and clothes dryer should be positioned next to one another or stacked, and laundry baskets and hampers should be within easy reach; while an ironing board should be stowed by a power point. Ample storage, bench space for laundry baskets and practical lighting are also essential. Browse the photos on Houzz for efficient laundry ideas, from layouts and storage to appliances, and strike up a conversation with the designers of your favourite laundry renovations. For more laundry ideas, browse the Stories section on Houzz.

How do I add storage to my laundry?

A combination of storage solutions is key to running an efficient laundry. Include shelves above or beside the washing machine to store washing detergent, softener and other cleaning products; and laundry bins for dirty clothes. Consider a custom-built cupboard for an ironing board, so it can easily fold out when you need it, or mount the ironing board directly to the wall or on the back of a door. A retractable clothesline is a handy addition to dry delicate clothes, while a clothes hanger mounted to the wall is ideal for hanging freshly pressed shirts.

What else can I use my laundry for?

Multipurpose laundry rooms or utility rooms can help save valuable space in your home. The laundry sink can be used to bathe your furry friends; your laundry cupboard can store sports equipment, gardening tools and umbrellas; and a spare nook can be filled with a desk and chair to create an office space while you wait for your load to finish. If your laundry is at the front of the house, consider using it as a drop station for mail, mobile phones and keys. Include a bench seat or stool, wall-mounted hooks for bags and a coat stand and it can even be used as a place to get the kids organised before you walk out the front door.

How can I decorate my laundry?

Laundries are usually filled to the brim with appliances and storage, so take advantage of your walls when decorating and use cheery paint colours or wallpaper to make doing the chores more pleasant! Fun signs, posters, murals and wall decals will also add character to the space. Think of your storage as decor, too – look for bins and baskets with decorative touches, and use brightly-coloured or patterned hangers.