Victorian (Contemporary Style) Extension

Spacious family laundry
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Pasadena, CA / Complete Accessory Dwelling Unit Build

ING Construction

Complete Accessory Dwelling Unit Build / Closet Stackable Washer and Dryer
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Castelo

Aia Photography

Aia Photography
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall laundry room in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Highcreek

Hallmark Homes Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow walls and medium hardwood floors.

This Is My Happy Place

Everything Home

The utility room was in between the LR and the kitchen, so we moved it in order to connect the two spaces. We put the utility room where the laundry room used to be and created a new laundry room off a new hallway that leads to the master bedroom. The space for this was created by borrowing space from the XL dining area. We carved out space for the formal living room to accommodate a larger kitchen. The rest of the space became modest-sized offices with French doors to allow light from the house's front into the kitchen. The living room now transitioned into the kitchen with a new bar and sitting area. We also transformed the full bath and hallway, which became a half-bath and mudroom for this single couple. The master bathroom was redesigned to receive a private toilet room and tiled shower. The stairs were reoriented to highlight an open railing and small foyer with a pretty armchair. The client’s existing stylish furnishings were incorporated into the colorful, bold design. Each space had personality and unique charm. The aqua kitchen’s focal point is the Kohler cast-iron vintage-inspired sink. The enlarged windows in the living room and sink allow the homeowners to enjoy the natural surroundings. Builder Partner – Parsetich Custom Homes Photographer - Sarah Shields --- Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, click here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/this-is-my-happy-place/

Coburg House

Lisa Breeze Architect

Built by Neverstop Group + Photograph by Caitlin Mills + Styling by Natalie James
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Flinders Street, Apartment Renovation

Ferrari Interiors

Scott Ehler
Contemporary laundry room in Melbourne with white cabinets, white walls, a concealed washer and dryer, quartz benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Anacortes Waterfront Countertops

User

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, orange cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange floor and black benchtop.

350 Chrurch

Keith M. Webster Construction, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and recessed-panel cabinets.

Family Home with Expansive Living Areas

Duke Homes, Inc.

The custom laundry features a built-in dog crate for the home's furry residents.
Large contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Constable Kitchen

Lisa Melvin Design

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall utility room in West Midlands with a single-bowl sink, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and brown floor.

Parade of Homes - Aspen II

Titan Homes, Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

SD Country Estates

Marrokal Design & Remodeling

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Diego with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry sink

Sophie Piesse Architect, PA

Photographs by Sophie Piesse
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Contemporary Industrial Ranch

Blenker Construction

Photo of a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Brunswick East - Project 1

GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens

Photo of a small contemporary galley utility room in Melbourne with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Beautiful Custom Home On The River

Pistro Builders

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Квартира на Университете

TB.Design

Постирочная зона в коридоре в нише
Design ideas for a small contemporary utility room in Moscow with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Extension to an Edwardian house in Bristol

DHV Architects

Will Goddard
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Contemporary Laundry Room Design Ideas with Medium 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.