Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Nashville with an undermount sink, turquoise cabinets, quartz benchtops, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets and beige walls.

University Park Renovation

Nicole Arnold Interiors

We transformed a Georgian brick two-story built in 1998 into an elegant, yet comfortable home for an active family that includes children and dogs. Although this Dallas home’s traditional bones were intact, the interior dark stained molding, paint, and distressed cabinetry, along with dated bathrooms and kitchen were in desperate need of an overhaul. We honored the client’s European background by using time-tested marble mosaics, slabs and countertops, and vintage style plumbing fixtures throughout the kitchen and bathrooms. We balanced these traditional elements with metallic and unique patterned wallpapers, transitional light fixtures and clean-lined furniture frames to give the home excitement while maintaining a graceful and inviting presence. We used nickel lighting and plumbing finishes throughout the home to give regal punctuation to each room. The intentional, detailed styling in this home is evident in that each room boasts its own character while remaining cohesive overall.

Highland Park Laundry Room

Kelly Martin Interiors

Photo: Meghan Bob Photography
This is an example of a small modern galley dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

basement apartment

User

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Urban Lake View Queen Tudor

w.b. builders

Photo by Seth Hannula
Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, pink walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, concrete floors and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Maple Leaf Custom Homes

Spero Photography
Photo of a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Ottawa with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and an undermount sink.

Country Comfort

Gordon James Construction

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, grey floor, white benchtop and grey walls.

Lake Minnetonka New Construction

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Hendel Homes Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a transitional dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a farmhouse sink, grey floor, black benchtop and grey walls.

M-Streets Master Suite Addition

Blackline Renovations

Ken Vaughan - Vaughan Creative Media
Small arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown walls.

Seaside Bungalow

Lisa Michael Interiors

Jessica Glynn Photography
This is an example of a small beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Resort Style Living

Shannon Pepper Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, pink splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Guest House -Hartland, VT

Housewright Construction Inc.

This is an example of a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Burlington with open cabinets, green cabinets, green walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Auburn + Grace

Clark + Aldine

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

Historic Home Renovation in Georgetown, Washington, DC

Four Brothers Design + Build

Transitional galley dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Home Update

Home Frosting

Our Tampa studio transformed this beach home into one fit for royalty! We added a bright palette and fun beachy colors to create a fun, playful vibe while staying focused on sophistication and elegance. Every corner of this home is thoughtfully designed to incorporate the relaxing holiday ambience of a perfect beach house. --- Project designed by interior design studio Home Frosting. They serve the entire Tampa Bay area including South Tampa, Clearwater, Belleair, and St. Petersburg. For more about Home Frosting, see here: https://homefrosting.com/

MILFORD HOME

RITA O'BRIEN DESIGN GROUP

Transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Netherlands

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

When the kitchen and laundry are next to each other, we often find it needs a face lift as well. We simply carried the same hale navy to the cabinets and decided to go with a wood stained top.

Mariposa Project

Home Suite Design & Realty

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Kitchens Plus MT LLC

Design ideas for a large modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Utility Rooms

CORE Design + Build, LLC

A clean, modern update to a spacious laundry room.
This is an example of a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Dedicated Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Side-by-side Washer and Dryer

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.