Design ideas for a traditional galley utility room in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

7th Avenue North

Naples ReDevelopment, Inc.

Photo of a transitional galley laundry room in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, white walls and light hardwood floors.

Laundry

Ileana Schinder, PLLC

This is an example of a mid-sized industrial galley utility room in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Glendale

Toulmin Kitchen & Bath

Photography: Lance Holloway
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley dedicated laundry room in Birmingham with white cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Craftsman Style Home

Amy Guess, Allied ASID

Michael Hunter Photography
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts galley utility room in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Small But Spacious House ReBuild

C.T. Gabbert Remodeling and Construction, Inc.

Well-designed, efficient laundry room Photos by Kelly Schneider
Inspiration for a small traditional galley utility room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

2014 Spring Parade of Homes Winner

Clark & Co Homes

Doug Petersen Photography
This is an example of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Boise with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mudroom & Laundry Room Addition

Lauten Construction

Robert Lauten
Large traditional galley utility room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets.

Meadowview Residence Remodel

Jordan Iverson Signature Homes

KuDa Photography
Design ideas for a large galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Warmington Residential: East Haven - Laundry Room

Warmington Residential

Transitional galley laundry room in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Family Laundry

Designtank

Photo of a mid-sized modern galley utility room in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.

Hermitage

Legacy Custom Homes

Legacy Custom Homes, Inc Toblesky-Green Architects Kelly Nutt Designs
Large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and grey walls.

Georgian Residence New Canaan

Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.

Jeff McNamara
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with white cabinets, a farmhouse sink, solid surface benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, beaded inset cabinets and grey walls.

Glastonbury, CT Mudroom Renovation

Melissa Hill Home Design

A design for a busy, active family longing for order and a central place for the family to gather. We utilized every inch of this room from floor to ceiling to give custom cabinetry that would completely expand their kitchen storage. Directly off the kitchen overlooks their dining space, with beautiful brown leather stools detailed with exposed nail heads and white wood. Fresh colors of bright blue and yellow liven their dining area. The kitchen & dining space is completely rejuvenated as these crisp whites and colorful details breath life into this family hub. We further fulfilled our ambition of maximum storage in our design of this client’s mudroom and laundry room. We completely transformed these areas with our millwork and cabinet designs allowing for the best amount of storage in a well-organized entry. Optimizing a small space with organization and classic elements has them ready to entertain and welcome family and friends. Custom designed by Hartley and Hill Design All materials and furnishings in this space are available through Hartley and Hill Design. www.hartleyandhilldesign.com 888-639-0639 Neil Landino

Contemporary Laundry Room

This is an example of a contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Ottawa with an undermount sink, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white cabinets and grey floor.

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.

Rhoads Residence

J 3 Architects

Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Mudroom - Next Level Ranch

Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC

The laundry room / mudroom in this updated 1940's Custom Cape Ranch features a Custom Millwork mudroom closet and shaker cabinets. The classically detailed arched doorways and original wainscot paneling in the living room, dining room, stair hall and bedrooms were kept and refinished, as were the many original red brick fireplaces found in most rooms. These and other Traditional features were kept to balance the contemporary renovations resulting in a Transitional style throughout the home. Large windows and French doors were added to allow ample natural light to enter the home. The mainly white interior enhances this light and brightens a previously dark home. Architect: T.J. Costello - Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC Interior Designer: Helena Clunies-Ross

Laundry, Mudroom and Butler's Pantry in Littleton, CO

Da Vinci Remodeling, LLC

Libbie Holmes Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Garden Party | Lake Oswego Whole House Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

The original laundry room relocated in this Lake Oswego home. The floor plan changed allowed us to expand the room to create more storage space.
Mid-sized scandinavian galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Galley Laundry Room Design Ideas

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.