Inner city self contained studio with the laundry in the ground floor garage. Plywood lining to walls and ceiling. Honed concrete floor.
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, beige walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, wood, wood walls and grey floor.

Less is More Entry, Airlock, Laundry

Enduring Domain Architecture

This laundry also acts as an entry airlock and mudroom. It is welcoming and has space to hide away mess if need be.
Photo of a small contemporary galley utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, wood benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, green walls, concrete floors, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Contemporary Convergence

Nar Design Group

A combination of quarter sawn white oak material with kerf cuts creates harmony between the cabinets and the warm, modern architecture of the home. We mirrored the waterfall of the island to the base cabinets on the range wall. This project was unique because the client wanted the same kitchen layout as their previous home but updated with modern lines to fit the architecture. Floating shelves were swapped out for an open tile wall, and we added a double access countertwall cabinet to the right of the range for additional storage. This cabinet has hidden front access storage using an intentionally placed kerf cut and modern handleless design. The kerf cut material at the knee space of the island is extended to the sides, emphasizing a sense of depth. The palette is neutral with warm woods, dark stain, light surfaces, and the pearlescent tone of the backsplash; giving the client’s art collection a beautiful neutral backdrop to be celebrated. For the laundry we chose a micro shaker style cabinet door for a clean, transitional design. A folding surface over the washer and dryer as well as an intentional space for a dog bed create a space as functional as it is lovely. The color of the wall picks up on the tones of the beautiful marble tile floor and an art wall finishes out the space. In the master bath warm taupe tones of the wall tile play off the warm tones of the textured laminate cabinets. A tiled base supports the vanity creating a floating feel while also providing accessibility as well as ease of cleaning. An entry coat closet designed to feel like a furniture piece in the entry flows harmoniously with the warm taupe finishes of the brick on the exterior of the home. We also brought the kerf cut of the kitchen in and used a modern handleless design. The mudroom provides storage for coats with clothing rods as well as open cubbies for a quick and easy space to drop shoes. Warm taupe was brought in from the entry and paired with the micro shaker of the laundry. In the guest bath we combined the kerf cut of the kitchen and entry in a stained maple to play off the tones of the shower tile and dynamic Patagonia granite countertops.

American Spirit

Faure Halvorsen Architects

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, timber splashback, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey benchtop, wood and wood walls.

New Build at the Barrio

Design Studio 1127

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, grey benchtop and wood.

瀬戸市　平屋～暖炉と土間のあるリビング～

CSホームズ株式会社

郊外の平屋暮らし。子育てもひと段落。ご夫婦と愛猫ちゃん達とゆったりと過ごす時間。自分たちの趣味を楽しむ贅沢な大人の平屋暮らし。
Photo of a small contemporary utility room in Other with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, wood and planked wall panelling.

Self contained Studio/Garage/Laundry

Meredith Lee

Inner city self contained studio with the laundry in the ground floor garage. Plywood lining to walls and ceiling. Honed concrete floor.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, beige walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, wood and wood walls.

Self contained Studio/Garage/Laundry

Meredith Lee

Inner city self contained studio with the laundry in the ground floor garage. Plywood lining to walls and ceiling. Honed concrete floor.
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, beige walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, beige benchtop, wood and wood walls.

Contemporary Laundry Room Design Ideas with Wood

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.