Photographer: NW Architectural Photography / Remodeler: Homeworks by Kelly
This is an example of a traditional galley utility room in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, concrete floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Wilmington Court - Laundry

Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLC

Partial view of Laundry room with custom designed & fabricated soapstone utility sink with integrated drain board and custom raw steel legs. Laundry features two stacked washer / dryer sets. Painted ship-lap walls with decorative raw concrete floor tiles. View to adjacent mudroom that includes a small built-in office space.

Colony Project

Thermally Broken Steel USA

Despite not having a view of the mountains, the windows of this multi-use laundry/prep room serve an important function by allowing one to keep an eye on the exterior dog-run enclosure. Beneath the window (and near to the dog-washing station) sits a dedicated doggie door for easy, four-legged access. Custom windows, doors, and hardware designed and furnished by Thermally Broken Steel USA. Other sources: Western Hemlock wall and ceiling paneling: reSAWN TIMBER Co.

Summerfield Vineyard Home

R & K Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and raised-panel cabinets.

Laundry Room Remodel

Board by Board Design

The laundry room features Soapstone countertops and a basketweave travetine wainscot Photo Credit: Bella Vita Photography
Large country galley utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Charming Cape Cod Renovation

Knight Architects LLC

Stenciled, custom painted historical cabinetry in mudroom with powder room beyond. Weigley Photography
Traditional galley utility room in New York with a drop-in sink, grey floor, grey benchtop, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

DK. Residence

Olinova Design

Shoot2Sell
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Gorgeous Colonial Remodel with Greenhouse

New England Artisans Remodeling & Design Group

Eddie Day
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Laurel Haven Homes Award Winning Luxury Home on Lake Travis

Laurel Haven Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Brimfield Home

Executive Developers, LLC

mud room with secondary laundry
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, beige benchtop and panelled walls.

Cove Hollow from The Hampton Series

Yankee Barn Homes

The Hamptons Collection Cove Hollow by Yankee Barn Homes Mudroom/Laundry Room Chris Foster Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, travertine floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

West Highlands Kitchen

Red Chair Designs

This laundry room originally had one awkward cabinet that was difficult to use. We used the entire wall to create more storage and to give the appliances a built-in look.

Historic Renovation

Jackson + Park Design

Andrea Hubbell http://www.andreahubbell.com/
Design ideas for a traditional galley laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Remodeling a "Remuddle"

Home Glow Design

This 1790 farmhouse had received an addition to the historic ell in the 1970s, with a more recent renovation encompassing the kitchen and adding a small mudroom & laundry room in the ’90s. Unfortunately, as happens all too often, it had been done in a way that was architecturally inappropriate style of the home. We worked within the available footprint to create “layers of implied time,” reinstating stylistic integrity and un-muddling the mistakes of more recent renovations.

MODERN CONVIENCE IN A HISTORIC KITCHEN

BAKER POSEY DESIGN

This is an extermely efficient laundry room with built in dog crates that leads to a dog bath
Design ideas for a small country galley utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black benchtop and vaulted.

Cove Hollow from The Hampton Series

Yankee Barn Homes

The Hamptons Collection Cove Hollow by Yankee Barn Homes Laundry Room Sink and Cabinets Chris Foster Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, travertine floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

West Highlands Kitchen

Red Chair Designs

This laundry room originally had 1 awkward cabinet that was difficult to use. We used the entire wall to create more storage and to give the appliances a built-in look.

Mediterranean

Integrity Luxury Homes

Inspiration for a mediterranean galley utility room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Trailhead Way

Herring Design & Development

Photo by: Karr Bick Kitchen & Bath
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley laundry room in St Louis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and a farmhouse sink.

Understated Nantucket Luxury

Ridge Creek Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Galley Laundry Room Design Ideas with Soapstone Benchtops

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.