This 3 storey mid-terrace townhouse on the Harringay Ladder was in desperate need for some modernisation and general recuperation, having not been altered for several decades. We were appointed to reconfigure and completely overhaul the outrigger over two floors which included new kitchen/dining and replacement conservatory to the ground with bathroom, bedroom & en-suite to the floor above. Like all our projects we considered a variety of layouts and paid close attention to the form of the new extension to replace the uPVC conservatory to the rear garden. Conceived as a garden room, this space needed to be flexible forming an extension to the kitchen, containing utilities, storage and a nursery for plants but a space that could be closed off with when required, which led to discrete glazed pocket sliding doors to retain natural light. We made the most of the north-facing orientation by adopting a butterfly roof form, typical to the London terrace, and introduced high-level clerestory windows, reaching up like wings to bring in morning and evening sunlight. An entirely bespoke glazed roof, double glazed panels supported by exposed Douglas fir rafters, provides an abundance of light at the end of the spacial sequence, a threshold space between the kitchen and the garden. The orientation also meant it was essential to enhance the thermal performance of the un-insulated and damp masonry structure so we introduced insulation to the roof, floor and walls, installed passive ventilation which increased the efficiency of the external envelope. A predominantly timber-based material palette of ash veneered plywood, for the garden room walls and new cabinets throughout, douglas fir doors and windows and structure, and an oak engineered floor all contribute towards creating a warm and characterful space.

Casa di ringhiera in Via Borsieri

Caterina Martini

Fotografie di Maurizio Splendore
This is an example of a small modern galley laundry cupboard in Milan with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors, a concealed washer and dryer and beige floor.

Sorauren Ave

4K Developments Inc.

Stacked washer and dryer in hide away closet.
Design ideas for a small contemporary laundry cupboard in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer and brown floor.

Ascot Character Home Main Bathroom, Ensuite & Laundry Renovation

Brisbane Bathroom Renovations Pty Ltd

Laundry with white cabinetry and patterned floor tiles.
This is an example of a contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Sycamore Model

Faganel Builders LLC

Design ideas for a transitional laundry room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Yews Farm

Blenheim Park Developments

Adrian Richardson
Photo of a modern galley laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Seabrook Island Beach Cottage Remodel

Griffith & Sons

Inspiration for a laundry room in Birmingham with white cabinets and a concealed washer and dryer.

Wahroonga

Blue Frog Studio

Marble flooring, shaker cabinetry with built in laundry chute and storage.
This is an example of a contemporary galley utility room in Sydney with an undermount sink, white cabinets, white walls, a concealed washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and marble floors.

Remodelling of Grand Dartmoor Residence

Bovey Construction Ltd.

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley utility room in Devon with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, brown walls, slate floors, a concealed washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

The ORION at Ferngrove Estate Ballina

Adenbrook Homes

Beach style laundry room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry Renovation

`Infinity Kitchens & Joinery Pty Ltd

Inspiration for a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer and grey floor.

New England Oak Shaker Kitchen

BP Kitchens & Interiors

This is the customers Utility room, finished in the same doors and oak hidden boiler in the top cupboard.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Hampshire with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Tullaroan

iBuild Group Pty Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, beige floor and a concealed washer and dryer.

Laundry Magic

Royston Wilson Design

Due to constraint of space, every piece of design had a purpose. The wall between the shower and toilet also houses the ironing board in a clever pull out cupboard Photo's By Andrew Ashton

Woodcroft

Sue Murphy Interiors

Hidden utility room using existing cabinetry, cleverly updated by AWB Carpentry using reclaimed timber
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Hertfordshire with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Projet Audenge

Colorscoop Design

Chez Colorscoop Design on peut aussi faire vos tableaux ;) Création de ma collègue Nathalie
Inspiration for a small modern utility room in Bordeaux with a single-bowl sink, wood benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer and black floor.

2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Residential Interiors

National Association of the Remodeling Industry

Dave Osmond Builders, Powell, Ohio, 2019 NARI CotY Award-Winning Residential Interior Residential Interior $75,000 to $150,000
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a concealed washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

Formal Dining to Laundry Room

Noel Burney@Closet Factory South Carolina

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional utility room in Other with white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer and brown floor.

Mudgeeraba Renovation

Jemade Design and Construction

House Guru
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, concrete floors, a concealed washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Fernleigh Grange

Blenheim Park Developments

Adrian Richardson
Inspiration for a transitional galley utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Beige Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Concealed Washer and Dryer

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned 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.