Photo of a mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Silva Household

Flooring Factory LLC

This is an example of an expansive country laundry room in Charleston with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

WSM Craft

Perfectly settled in the shade of three majestic oak trees, this timeless homestead evokes a deep sense of belonging to the land. The Wilson Architects farmhouse design riffs on the agrarian history of the region while employing contemporary green technologies and methods. Honoring centuries-old artisan traditions and the rich local talent carrying those traditions today, the home is adorned with intricate handmade details including custom site-harvested millwork, forged iron hardware, and inventive stone masonry. Welcome family and guests comfortably in the detached garage apartment. Enjoy long range views of these ancient mountains with ample space, inside and out.

Leech Lake 2

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a side-by-side washer and dryer, porcelain floors, beige floor, shaker cabinets and dark wood cabinets.

Rustic Modern in Mamaroneck Laundry

Studio Dearborn

Design ideas for a mid-sized country laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

Rabbit Ridge Farm - Log Cabin Master Bath, Dressing Room & Laundry Room

Suzanne MacCrone Rogers

Renovation of a master bath suite, dressing room and laundry room in a log cabin farm house. The laundry room has a fabulous white enamel and iron trough sink with double goose neck faucets - ideal for scrubbing dirty farmer's clothing. The cabinet and shelving were custom made using the reclaimed wood from the farm. A quartz counter for folding laundry is set above the washer and dryer. A ribbed glass panel was installed in the door to the laundry room, which was retrieved from a wood pile, so that the light from the room's window would flow through to the dressing room and vestibule, while still providing privacy between the spaces. Interior Design & Photo ©Suzanne MacCrone Rogers Architectural Design - Robert C. Beeland, AIA, NCARB

Suncadia Custom Home

Swiftwater Custom Homes

Design ideas for a country dedicated laundry room in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Modern Timber Residence

Madison Taylor

Inspiration for a country utility room in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Rora Rustic

Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, slate floors, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Coppell | Glen Lakes | Kitchen

Kitchen Design Concepts

When the former laundry walls were demo'ed and that space was incorporated into the kitchen another solution for laundry and storage had to be designed. This is the result, a stackable washer/dryer with an open pantry with chrome roll-out trays. All behind attractive bi-fold doors in the corner of the kitchen. Jake Dean Photography

Farmhouse

AsterHouse Design, LLC

Inspiration for a country galley utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Sand Creek 2017

Signature Homes of the Chippewa Valley LLC.

Country dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Hope Mountian

Syndicate Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Incredible Laundry and Mud Room

Gretchen Lyons

This room can be used as a home office or for the more utilitarian purposes of laundry. The island makes a great place to fold all that freshly washed laundry. Photography by Libbie Martin

Gray Home

Creekside Construction

Arne Loren
Inspiration for a small country single-wall utility room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

the Waychoff Laundry Room transformation

Greystone Kitchens

Jeff Martin
Inspiration for a country l-shaped laundry room in Jacksonville with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Country Kitchen

Design Kitchens & Countertops

ihphotography
Mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Calgary with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mitchell-Harris

Salmon Falls Partners

Large country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Portland Maine with an utility sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, yellow walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Twinflower Trail

Ames Peterson - International Architecture

This is an example of a small country galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Incredible Laundry and Mud Room

Gretchen Lyons

Every laundry room must have the washer and dryer. This set is easily accessible and allows the homeowners to quickly get through this daily chore. Photography by Libbie Martin

Country Laundry Room Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned country 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.