APD was hired to update the primary bathroom and laundry room of this ranch style family home. Included was a request to add a powder bathroom where one previously did not exist to help ease the chaos for the young family. The design team took a little space here and a little space there, coming up with a reconfigured layout including an enlarged primary bathroom with large walk-in shower, a jewel box powder bath, and a refreshed laundry room including a dog bath for the family’s four legged member!

City Condo in the Sky

HSH Interiors

Small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets and light hardwood floors.

Hood House

Mihaly Slocombe

Hood House is a playful protector that respects the heritage character of Carlton North whilst celebrating purposeful change. It is a luxurious yet compact and hyper-functional home defined by an exploration of contrast: it is ornamental and restrained, subdued and lively, stately and casual, compartmental and open. For us, it is also a project with an unusual history. This dual-natured renovation evolved through the ownership of two separate clients. Originally intended to accommodate the needs of a young family of four, we shifted gears at the eleventh hour and adapted a thoroughly resolved design solution to the needs of only two. From a young, nuclear family to a blended adult one, our design solution was put to a test of flexibility. The result is a subtle renovation almost invisible from the street yet dramatic in its expressive qualities. An oblique view from the northwest reveals the playful zigzag of the new roof, the rippling metal hood. This is a form-making exercise that connects old to new as well as establishing spatial drama in what might otherwise have been utilitarian rooms upstairs. A simple palette of Australian hardwood timbers and white surfaces are complimented by tactile splashes of brass and rich moments of colour that reveal themselves from behind closed doors. Our internal joke is that Hood House is like Lazarus, risen from the ashes. We’re grateful that almost six years of hard work have culminated in this beautiful, protective and playful house, and so pleased that Glenda and Alistair get to call it home.

Laundry Room

Steph Gaelick Designs

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped laundry room in New York with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Kristen's Laundry Room

Grassroots Design

JVL Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Ottawa with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

City apartment

Special-style

wardrobes, wardrobe with hidden washing machine, Cabinet doors without frames, sliding door, a niche in the ceiling for cabinets doors
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary laundry cupboard in Moscow with beige walls, light hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Eichler Inspired Mid Century

By Design

Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Sacramento with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Contemporary Entire Home Remodel

AYA Homes, LLC

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Art at Home

Woodmeister Master Builders

A utility storage closet with a pull down ironing board.
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and light hardwood floors.

Addition, Kitchen and Bathroom Remodels in McLean, VA

Moss Building & Design

This extensive home renovation in McLean, VA featured a multi-room transformation. The kitchen, family room and living room were remodeled into an open concept space with beautiful hardwood floors throughout and recessed lighting to enhance the natural light reaching the home. With an emphasis on incorporating reclaimed products into their remodel, these MOSS customers were able to add rustic touches to their home. The home also included a basement remodel, multiple bedroom and bathroom remodels, as well as space for a laundry room, home gym and office.

Glimmers of Gold l Renovation

My House Design/Build/Team

Photo of a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

River City Apartment Renovations and Furnishings

Devon Grace Interiors

Contemporary laundry cupboard in Chicago with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Muswell Hill House

Jones Associates Architects

Gareth Gardner
Contemporary laundry room in London with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, a concealed washer and dryer, an undermount sink, white walls and light hardwood floors.

White Floor to Ceiling Laundry Room

Paris Eden - Closet Factory

Floor to ceiling cabinetry with a mixture of shelves provides plenty of storage space in this custom laundry room. Plenty of counter space for folding and watching your iPad while performing chores. Pet nook gives a proper space for pet bed and supplies. Space as pictured is in white melamine and RTF however we custom paint so it could be done in paint grade materials just as easily.

North Fitzroy House

Dimpat

Jack Lovel
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Gramercy Art Filled Home

Kelsey Ann Rose

Interior Design by Nina Carbone.
Inspiration for a contemporary laundry room in New York with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Kitchen

Manor of Style

Photo of a contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors and beige benchtop.

Thunder Spring Residences

Magleby Construction - Sun Valley

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Palo Alto Contemporary 2015

Tali Hardonag Architect

Laundry machines are housed in a hallway closet central to bathrooms. Photography: Mark Pinkerton vi360
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Oakville Modern House

MILLWORX

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall laundry room in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Contemporary Laundry Room Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors

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.