We added a pool house to provide a shady space adjacent to the pool and stone terrace. For cool nights there is a 5ft wide wood burning fireplace and flush mounted infrared heaters. For warm days, there's an outdoor kitchen with refrigerated beverage drawers and an ice maker. The trim and brick details compliment the original Georgian architecture. We chose the classic cast stone fireplace surround to also complement the traditional architecture. We also added a mud rm with laundry and pool bath behind the new pool house. Photos by Chris Marshall

Golden Hour Garden

Herlong Architects

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Charleston with green cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, mosaic tile splashback, green walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Functional Laundry Room

Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc.

This laundry room was tight and non-functional. The door opened in and was quickly replaced with a pocket door. Space was taken from the attic behind this space to create the niche for the laundry sorter and a countertop for folding. The tree wallpaper is Thibaut T35110 Russell Square in Green. The countertop is Silestone by Cosentino - Yukon Leather. The overhead light is from Shades of Light. The green geometric indoor/outdoor rug is from Loloi Rugs. The laundry sorter is from The Container Store.

Craftsman Style Home

BGI Design

Storage, hanging clothes and folding areas make this the ideal laundry room. Michael Hunter Photography
Photo of a large arts and crafts galley utility room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Squire Project

TK Building & Design

This is an example of a small traditional galley utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, green walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Cleaned up Laundry Room

Lowes of Holland Road, Virginia Beach, VA

Design done by Elizabeth Gilliam (Project Specialist-Interiors at Lowe's of Holland Road) Installation done by Home Solutions Inc.
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Meridian Kitchen/Master

Emergent Construction

Whonsetler Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, green walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Casa Corbino - AIA Austin Homes Tour 2013

Merzbau Design Collective

The laundry room is accessed through the office. Wall paint color: "Covington Blue" in office, "Fresh Grass" in laundry room, Benjamin Moore Photo by Whit Preston.

Urban Spa Retreat

Inspired Interiors

Doing the laundry is much more enjoyable when you are surrounded by this fun patterned wallpaper! Who says your Laundry Room needs to be boring?
Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Lake Retreat family home

DC DESIGN STUDIO @ Dunn Lumber

Dura Supreme cabinetry Lundry area Homestead door, Maple wood with White painted finish Photography by Kayser Photography of Lake Geneva Wi
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, travertine floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Closet Connection

Yoder Construction Services, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, an undermount sink, green walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Golden Hour Garden

Interiors by Herlong

Inspiration for a small mediterranean galley dedicated laundry room in Charleston with green cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, mosaic tile splashback, green walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Updating an Albert Kahn Designed Home

Meadowlark Design+Build

A small portion of the existing large Master Bedroom was utilized to create a master bath and this convenient second-floor laundry room. The cabinet on the wall holds an ironing board. Remodel of this historic home was completed by Meadowlark Design + Build of Ann Arbor, Michigan

Northwest Contemporary Farmhouse

Powell Construction

Design ideas for an expansive country galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Love your Laundry Room - DryAway

DryAway by Jilidoni Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, green walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Bulverde Model House

Olinova Design

Shoot2sell
Inspiration for a large country galley laundry room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, ceramic floors and multi-coloured floor.

Rustic Laundry Room

Mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Detroit with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, limestone floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

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

The Gambrel Roof Home

Kristi Spouse Interiors

The Gambrel Roof Home is a dutch colonial design with inspiration from the East Coast. Designed from the ground up by our team - working closely with architect and builder, we created a classic American home with fantastic street appeal

Laundry Room

Construction Solutions

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, laminate benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a drop-in sink, white cabinets and green walls.

Galley Laundry Room Design Ideas with Green Walls

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.