For this home in the Canberra suburb of Forde, Studio Black Interiors gave the laundry an interior design makeover. Studio Black was responsible for re-designing the laundry and selecting the finishes and fixtures to make the laundry feel more modern and practical for this family home. Photography by Hcreations.

Halifax St, Brighton

M.J.Harris Group

Home to a large family, the brief for this laundry in Brighton was to incorporate as much storage space as possible. Our in-house Interior Designer, Jeyda has created a galley style laundry with ample storage without having to compromise on style.

Renovation & Full Furnishing, Alphington

GDP Interior Design

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.

Woodinville Retreat

User

Playful Bubblicious tile acts as a backsplash in this simple, spacious laundry room. Photo: Matt Edington
Inspiration for a transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink.

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.

Whitewing

AFT Construction

High Res Media
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, quartz benchtops, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and a drop-in sink.

Bluffton, IN Laundry Room

Steele Canvas

3 BU No 122 Small Truck with 2 inch stem casters Photo Credit: Amy Gerber/Brown Eyes Plus Blue (www.browneyesplusblue.com)
Traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Boston with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Fort Langley custom home

F. M. Construction Ltd

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This is an example of a large traditional dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, beige walls, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

NW inspired Crest Meadows Residence

Jordan Iverson Signature Homes

KuDa Photography
Design ideas for a large modern dedicated laundry room in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

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.

Aspley House

Bella Vie Interiors

Modern scandinavian inspired laundry. Features grey and white encaustic patterned floor tiles, pale blue wall tiles and chrome taps.
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Duchess

Cleve Adamson Custom Homes

This is an example of a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Beach Park Drive Residence

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This custom built 2-story French Country style home is a beautiful retreat in the South Tampa area. The exterior of the home was designed to strike a subtle balance of stucco and stone, brought together by a neutral color palette with contrasting rust-colored garage doors and shutters. To further emphasize the European influence on the design, unique elements like the curved roof above the main entry and the castle tower that houses the octagonal shaped master walk-in shower jutting out from the main structure. Additionally, the entire exterior form of the home is lined with authentic gas-lit sconces. The rear of the home features a putting green, pool deck, outdoor kitchen with retractable screen, and rain chains to speak to the country aesthetic of the home. Inside, you are met with a two-story living room with full length retractable sliding glass doors that open to the outdoor kitchen and pool deck. A large salt aquarium built into the millwork panel system visually connects the media room and living room. The media room is highlighted by the large stone wall feature, and includes a full wet bar with a unique farmhouse style bar sink and custom rustic barn door in the French Country style. The country theme continues in the kitchen with another larger farmhouse sink, cabinet detailing, and concealed exhaust hood. This is complemented by painted coffered ceilings with multi-level detailed crown wood trim. The rustic subway tile backsplash is accented with subtle gray tile, turned at a 45 degree angle to create interest. Large candle-style fixtures connect the exterior sconces to the interior details. A concealed pantry is accessed through hidden panels that match the cabinetry. The home also features a large master suite with a raised plank wood ceiling feature, and additional spacious guest suites. Each bathroom in the home has its own character, while still communicating with the overall style of the home.

Memorial Transitional

Frankel Design Build

Expansive contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Kitchen & Bathrooms

Millwork Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Detroit with a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Sleek Family Fun

Bay Area Contracting, Inc.

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Penthouse Condo

Lesley Brookes Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Mediterranean Modern

Nor-Son Custom Builders

Inspiration for a mediterranean l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, multi-coloured walls, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

#CaliModCustom

Alma Homes

Melissa Oholendt
Design ideas for a modern dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls and white benchtop.

Parker Branch

Mighty Oak Builders

Fresh, light, and stylish laundry room. Almost enough to make us actually WANT to do laundry! Almost. The shelf over the washer/dryer is also removable. Photo credit Kristen Mayfield

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.