We planned a thoughtful redesign of this beautiful home while retaining many of the existing features. We wanted this house to feel the immediacy of its environment. So we carried the exterior front entry style into the interiors, too, as a way to bring the beautiful outdoors in. In addition, we added patios to all the bedrooms to make them feel much bigger. Luckily for us, our temperate California climate makes it possible for the patios to be used consistently throughout the year. The original kitchen design did not have exposed beams, but we decided to replicate the motif of the 30" living room beams in the kitchen as well, making it one of our favorite details of the house. To make the kitchen more functional, we added a second island allowing us to separate kitchen tasks. The sink island works as a food prep area, and the bar island is for mail, crafts, and quick snacks. We designed the primary bedroom as a relaxation sanctuary – something we highly recommend to all parents. It features some of our favorite things: a cognac leather reading chair next to a fireplace, Scottish plaid fabrics, a vegetable dye rug, art from our favorite cities, and goofy portraits of the kids. --- Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/functional-ranch-house-design/

HERITAGE LAKE MODEL

TIMBERWORX CUSTOM HOMES

GILLIAN JACKSON, STAN SWITALSKI
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Blue Modern Kitchen

Bath Bespoke

Birch ply cabinets with composite slab doors in the utility room. Stacked washing machine and tumble dryer.
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley utility room in Wiltshire with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, concrete floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Laundry

Redl World Class Kitchens

Under counter hamper storage and side cabinets look sleek and stunning while maximizing space. Redl Kitchens 156 Jessop Avenue Saskatoon, SK S7N 1Y4 10341-124th Street Edmonton, AB T5N 3W1 1733 McAra St Regina, SK, S4N 6H5

BDC Homes Showhome

Lucy Furniss Design

This laundry is clean and fresh with a touch of warmth. It features white penny-round mosaic tiles and all white cabinetry and benchtop.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Hamilton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

High Park Top up

Barry Goldman Architect

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

House 6

STYLEDBYPT - STYLED BY PRISCILLA TAN

Contemporary utility room in Singapore with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, white floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Rooms Aren't What They Used To Be

Nip Tuck Remodeling

The homeowner wanted a space that wasn't just a laundry room but a space that provided more function and brightness. The old laundry room was dark and just a room you passed through when coming in and out of the garage. Now our homeowner has a space that is bright and cheery and a place where she can work as well.

Mill Valley Historical Remodel

Rasmussen Construction

Richardson Architects Jonathan Mitchell Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Atherton Residence

Agnieszka Jakubowicz PHOTOGRAPHY

EBHCI Courtney Heaton Design John Cinti Design
Contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and beige walls.

8 Parkway

Soda Pop Design Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Frigidaire Appliances

AJ Madison

We love this bold color choice for the laundry room. Solid turquoise and white make an excellent combination in this bright, space-saving design.
Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and shaker cabinets.

Baby Point - Bloor West Village

MENATWORK Design Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

The Miranda

Barriere Construction Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

1526 Auline

Courtney Holland Interiors

Inspiration for a small contemporary dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Crystal Cabinets- Contemporary Laundry

Western Products

Design by: Bill Tweten CKD, CBD Photo by: Robb Siverson www.robbsiverson Crystal cabinets are featured in this laundry room. A natural Maple was used to keep the space bright. Cabinetry on one side is balanced with open shelving on the opposite side giving this laundry room a spacious feeling while giving plenty of storage space. Amerock stainless steel pulls give this laundry room a contemporary flair.

Olympus Cove Kitchen Project

Brian David Roberts | Interior Planning & Design

Built in laundry center with shallow and deep drawers at bottom. This option stations the laundry units at the prime height and easy access to ample storage. It keeps the laundry tidy also!

Pasadena Showcase House 2020 – The Mighty Mudroom with Pet Bath

Courtney Thomas Design

We reimagined a closed-off room as a mighty mudroom with a pet spa for the Pasadena Showcase House of Design 2020. It features a dog bath with Japanese tile and a dog-bone drain, storage for the kids’ gear, a dog kennel, a wi-fi enabled washer/dryer, and a steam closet. --- Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, click here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/pasadena-showcase-pet-friendly-mudroom/

Lake Ridge View

Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Chevy Chase, MD Second

FineCraft Contractors, Inc.

FineCraft Contractors, Inc. Warwick Photography
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Laundry Room Design Ideas with an Undermount 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.