Renovation & Full Furnishing, Alphington

A reorganised laundry space, with a dedicated spot for all the essentials.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Compact Laundry Room Renovation

Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc

This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. The main wall features bumped out upper cabinets above the washing machine for increased storage and easy access. Next to the cabinets are open shelves that allow space for the air vent on the back wall. This fan was faux painted to match the cabinets - blending in so well you wouldn’t even know it’s there! Between the cabinetry and blue fantasy marble countertop sits a luxuriously tiled backsplash. This beautiful backsplash hides the door to necessary valves, its outline barely visible while allowing easy access. Making the room brighter are light, textured walls, under cabinet, and updated lighting. Though you can’t see it in the photos, one more trick was used: the door was changed to smaller french doors, so when open, they are not in the middle of the room. Door backs are covered in the same wallpaper as the rest of the room - making the doors look like part of the room, and increasing available space.

A Stylish and Functional Laundry Room

STUDIO ENVIE

Emma Tannenbaum Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a drop-in sink and brown benchtop.

Neal

Planning and Building, Inc

Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Wollstonecraft - Bespoke

Novale Bathrooms

Laundry
Small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, an integrated washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Makeover

Joni Spear Interior Design

The homeowners were delighted at the prospect of having their poorly functioning laundry room reconfigured to allow for more hanging space and storage. What they didn’t expect was a year-long wait for cabinets delayed by the pandemic. Imported from Spain, the cabinets were selected for their modern slab-style doors and customizability; but marooned on a maritime vessel for what seemed an eternity, the project called for unparalleled patience from the clients. In the meantime, the washer and dryer were relocated to the opposite side of the room to allow for counter space on either side of the sink. Hardwood floors were replaced with Spanish-inspired encaustic tiles for a playful element while adding color. Blue and whited striped café window panels allow an abundance of natural light while adding privacy from neighboring houses. Pom-pom trim and perching bird finials adorn the drapery hardware. The Diego Grand Classical lantern in gilded iron completes the delightful composition. Cheers to improved sudsing and the virtue of patience!

Franklin Park Residence

Purple Cherry Architects

This laundry room elevates the space from a functional workroom to a domestic destination.
Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with a drop-in sink and white cabinets.

Shields Project

Fishhouse Design Studio

Photo of a small modern galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

In Keeping With Tradition

Meadowlark Design+Build

This "perfect-sized" laundry room is just off the mudroom and can be closed off from the rest of the house. The large window makes the space feel large and open. A custom designed wall of shelving and specialty cabinets accommodates everything necessary for day-to-day laundry needs. This custom home was designed and built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photography by Joshua Caldwell.

Hansler Heights Bayfield Model

Kenmore Homes

Beautiful Laundry Room/Mud Room off the garage entrance features shiplap walls and white cabinetry.
Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, a drop-in sink and recessed-panel cabinets.

The Willowcrest - 2018 Fall Parade Home - Laundry Room

Snowden Builders LLC

Design ideas for a large beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and beige walls.

Transitional Kitchen & First Floor Pleasant Hill Remodel - Lisle

Redstart Construction, Inc.

Picture Perfect House
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and beige walls.

The Monte Carlo

Tradewinds General Contracting, Inc.

Transitional dedicated laundry room in Boise with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, vinyl floors and blue cabinets.

A Happy Place

Kitchens by Design

Deborah Scannell - Saint Simons Island, GA
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Jacksonville with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, turquoise cabinets, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Designs Featuring Inspired Closets

Inspired Closets Nashville

Photo of a transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Nashville with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cherry Hills Transitional

Element Custom Builders

This is an example of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and blue floor.

Erizo Pattern

Riad Tile

construction2style LLC
This is an example of a large contemporary dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor, a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets and grey walls.

Botanical Laundry by Du Bois Design

Du Bois Design Ltd

Designer Natalie Du Bois Photographer Kallan Mac Leod
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

3624 Dover Dr Mountain Brook, Alabama

Tommy Daspit Photographer

Tommy Daspit Photographer
Mid-sized midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Birmingham with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Larsen Home On The Park

Larsen

Teri Fotheringham Photography
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige walls.

Dedicated Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Drop-in Sink

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