Country u-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Reclaimed Brick with Board and Batten Modern Farmhouse on Acreage

Wyrick Residential Design

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Loads of Fun!

Just Basements

This laundry room is the thing dreams are made of. When finishing a basement, often much of the original storage space gets used up in finished areas. We remedied this with plenty of built-in storage for everything from wrapping paper to cleaning supplies. The cabinets include a dirty laundry drawer and pantry to accommodate a clothes steamer.

Ancient Modern

Jackson & LeRoy

Joshua Caldwell Photography
Traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, white walls and recessed-panel cabinets.

New House - Wayne, PA

Peter Zimmerman Architects

Peter Zimmerman Architects- Premier National Architect. Tom Crane Photography
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, green cabinets and wood benchtops.

Silver Spurs

Enfort Homes

Gorgeous coastal laundry room. The perfect blend of color and wood tones make for a calming ambiance. With lots of storage and built-in pedestals this laundry room fits every functional need.

The Cottage

W Design Studio London

Michael Kyle
Country laundry room in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Roman Shades

Uptown Drapes

This is an example of a country laundry room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls and black benchtop.

Brair Ridge house

Gonzalez Architects

Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, brick floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Farmhouse Laundry Room

This is an example of a large country l-shaped utility room in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey walls.

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.

Coastal Village Residence

Whitten Architects

This is an example of a galley dedicated laundry room in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Chandler Farmhouse

Dovetail Studio

Photo of a country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Oklahoma City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build

Haven Design and Construction

The light filled laundry room is punctuated with black and gold accents, a playful floor tile pattern and a large dog shower. The U-shaped laundry room features plenty of counter space for folding clothes and ample cabinet storage. A mesh front drying cabinet is the perfect spot to hang clothes to dry out of sight. The "drop zone" outside of the laundry room features a countertop beside the garage door for leaving car keys and purses. Under the countertop, the client requested an open space to fit a large dog kennel to keep it tucked away out of the walking area. The room's color scheme was pulled from the fun floor tile and works beautifully with the nearby kitchen and pantry.

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

Bullsbrook Project

Western Cabinets

Design ideas for a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Perth with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and brick walls.

Lido Isle Home

Venetian Stone Gallery

Photos by Clay Bowman
Traditional laundry room in Orange County with a farmhouse sink and white cabinets.

Refreshing Home in St.Mary's (6609)

Braam's Custom Cabinets

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Roman Shades

Uptown Drapes

Design ideas for a country u-shaped utility room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets and white benchtop.

Warm & Cozy Mudroom/Laundry

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Inspiration for a large u-shaped utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop, light wood cabinets and decorative wall panelling.

Green Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Farmhouse 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.