Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Perth with a farmhouse sink, quartz benchtops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Kincumber House

Danielle Victoria Design Studio P/L

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, beige floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Karaka Lifestyle Laundry

Du Bois Design Ltd

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

Sapphire Lane Custom Home

E & S Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Durham renovation

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

This renovation consisted of a complete kitchen and master bathroom remodel, powder room remodel, addition of secondary bathroom, laundry relocate, office and mudroom addition, fireplace surround, stairwell upgrade, floor refinish, and additional custom features throughout.

Basement and laundry room

A Design Art & House

Our client wanted a finished laundry room. We choose blue cabinets with a ceramic farmhouse sink, gold accessories, and a pattern back wall. The result is an eclectic space with lots of texture and pattern.

Organic Modern Home

TruKitchens

This laundry room shows off the beautiful Beach Textile finish from Plato Woodwork’s Inovae 2.0 collection. Custom arched floor-to-ceiling cabinets soften the look of the frameless cabinetry. Natural stone countertops provide ample room for folding laundry. Interior Design: Sarah Sherman Samuel; Architect: J. Visser Design; Builder: Insignia Homes; Cabinetry: PLATO Woodwork; Appliances: Bekins; Photo: Nicole Franzen

Cool and practical utility room

York House Designs

Before we started this dream laundry room was a draughty lean-to with all sorts of heating and plumbing on show. Now all of that is stylishly housed but still easily accessible and surrounded by storage. Contemporary, charcoal wood grain and knurled brass handles give these shaker doors a cool, modern edge.

Niagara Laundry

Design Platform

New Laundry Room and Mud Room with Wood Grain Porcelain Tile, Custom Walnut Bench and Built-In, Caesarstone Waterfall Counter above Washer/Dryer in Lagos Blue, Subway Tile Backsplash, and Apron Sink. Photo by David Lauer. www.davidlauerphotography.com

The New American Remodel 2019

By Design

This mud room is either entered via the mud room entry from the garage or through the glass exterior door. A large cabinetry coat closet flanks an expansive bench seat with drawer storage below for shoes. Floating shelves provide ample storage for small gardening items, hats and gloves. The bench seat upholstery adds warmth, comfort and a splash of color to the space. Stacked laundry behind retractable doors and a large folding counter completes the picture!

Grand Drive

Design Squared Architects

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary dedicated laundry room in London with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, grey floor and black cabinets.

Alphington Home

smarterBATHROOMS+

David Russell
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Avenue

Finch Lockerbie

Utility room in family home with high ceiling. The space features a butler sink and flows seamlessly with the kitchen.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in London with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Family Kitchen & Utility

Wiltshire Garden & Interior Design

Hats, scarves, gloves and wellingtons are all accommodated in the pigeon hole storage. The dog crate is housed under a bench. Michael Crockett Photography

Contemporary Country House in Berkshire

Lucy Crockett Design

Michael Crockett Photography
Small contemporary galley laundry room in Berkshire with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, vinyl floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Whiteacres House

Create Perfect

This long thin utility has one end for cleaning and washing items including an enclosed washer and dryer and a butler sink. The other end boasts and bootroom beanch and hanging area for getting ready and returning from long walks with the dogs.

Willows Beach

Thomas and Birch - Kitchens and Living

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Renovation, Mt Eliza

embracingspace

Built by Smarter Bathrooms
Inspiration for a contemporary laundry room in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls and travertine floors.

Ceiling Lights Distribution Design

User

This is an example of a contemporary laundry room in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, blue walls, porcelain floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Briar Hill - Laundry beauty & function

Baulch Services

Luke Barrett - Urban
Contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with an integrated washer and dryer, a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, beige floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Farmhouse Sink

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