Contractor: Welch Forsman Photography: Scott Amundson
Design ideas for a contemporary laundry cupboard in Minneapolis with white cabinets, metallic splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry and Butlers Pantry

Interior Design By Jo

This combined laundry and butlers pantry with plenty of storage, keeps the working parts of the home hidden away from the main entertaining area.
Design ideas for a small contemporary utility room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

village studio

Mcmahon and Nerlich

Large contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, metal splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kellyville

Kitchen Envy - Custom Kitchens

The timber in this laundry is a most cost effective solution than the kitchen ( Laminex Cherry Riftwood nuance finish) But compliments the tone and look in the kitchen design.

Reorganised, useable space with compact utility

Lima Kitchens

A utility room to match the main kitchen, with washing machine and tumble dryer stacked to save space, and a tall utility cupboard. This room is to be used as a 'muddy' entrance room, so has a separate 'dirty' sink, coat hooks and all the laundry products.

Pure Sophistication

The Myers Touch

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Hampshire with grey cabinets, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Richmond Modern Handleless Kitchen

ParkerRose Interiors

This modern handleless kitchen design features a two tone mix of graphite and porcelain cabinets, with 30mm super white quartz creating a waterfall effect. Housing siemens appliances.

The Ryburgh

Naked Kitchens

There's even a bar area, with a stunning piece of furniture which adds another level of sophisticated bling. It's got plenty of space and gadgets to enjoy testing mixology skills, and even an undercounter fridge to store the results.

White

Alejandra Bernardez Interior Design

Design ideas for a contemporary laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, metallic splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Laundry

Interior Design By Jo

This combined laundry and butlers pantry with plenty of storage, keeps the working parts of the home hidden away from the main entertaining area.
Photo of a small contemporary utility room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, metallic splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Contemporary Laundry Room Design Ideas with Metallic Splashback

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.