Mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Key Moss

Haigh Architects

A lovingly restored Georgian farmhouse in the heart of the Lake District. Our shared aim was to deliver an authentic restoration with high quality interiors, and ingrained sustainable design principles using renewable energy.

Linda's Mudroom + Laundry Room

Labra Design Build

Labra Design Build
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Saco / Craftsman Style

Maine Coast Homes

The kitchen isn't the only room worthy of delicious design... and so when these clients saw THEIR personal style come to life in the kitchen, they decided to go all in and put the Maine Coast construction team in charge of building out their vision for the home in its entirety. Talent at its best -- with tastes of this client, we simply had the privilege of doing the easy part -- building their dream home!

Custom Home Remodel

Kannas Custom Cabinets, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Custom Laundry Room

Stone Logic

Floor - Basaltina
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

k2 house

米田建築アトリエ一級建築士事務所

Small modern single-wall utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a concealed washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Custom Laundry Cabinetry

Able And Baker

Design, Fabrication, and Installation of custom laundry cabinetry.
Inspiration for a traditional galley utility room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Incredible Laundry and Mud Room

Gretchen Lyons

Drawers were essential for this homeowners needs. Photography by Libbie Martin
Design ideas for a large country u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Glyn Wynne Project, Bryn Mawr, PA Warren Claytor Architect Betsy Barron Photog

Betsy Barron Photography

Betsy Barron Fine Art Photography
Traditional laundry room in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets and slate floors.

Laundry Room

Oakley Builders Inc

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley laundry room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Traditional Interiors - Laundry Room

Steven Odams Architects, LLC

This is an example of a traditional laundry room in New York with an utility sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and slate floors.

Key Moss

Haigh Architects

Custom Laundry Cabinetry

Able And Baker

Design, Fabrication, and Installation of custom laundry cabinetry.
Traditional galley utility room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Custom Home Remodel

Kannas Custom Cabinets, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Custom Home Remodel

Kannas Custom Cabinets, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Key Moss

Haigh Architects

Black Laundry Room Design Ideas with Slate Floors

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.