Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Boise with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and black benchtop.

2017 Street of Dreams

Stone Bridge Homes NW

REPIXS
This is an example of a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Laundry Room and Home Office

Geneva Cabinet Gallery

Large transitional single-wall utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and blue walls.

Victorian Utility Room

LNDesigns

This reconfiguration project was a classic case of rooms not fit for purpose, with the back door leading directly into a home-office (not very productive when the family are in and out), so we reconfigured the spaces and the office became a utility room. The area was kept tidy and clean with inbuilt cupboards, stacking the washer and tumble drier to save space. The Belfast sink was saved from the old utility room and complemented with beautiful Victorian-style mosaic flooring. Now the family can kick off their boots and hang up their coats at the back door without muddying the house up!

Beach Style Laundry Room

This is an example of a large beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room with an undermount sink, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

2017 Designer Showhouse of New Jersey

Thyme & Place Design LLC

Peter Rymwid
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Ada Home

Villa Decor

Ashley Avila
Photo of a small galley dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Colorful St. Paul Cottage

Copper Creek

Builder: Copper Creek, LLC Architect: David Charlez Designs Interior Design: Bria Hammel Interiors Photo Credit: Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Monier Project

Executive Developers, LLC

white laundry cabinets w/ deep sink
This is an example of a large arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Mac-a-vista lake home

ShoreStone Custom Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

White Transitional Kitchen, Bath, Laundry Room

Cabinets Express

Originally, an island was conceptualized for this space but a peninsula was recommended and it creates another great separation of space. Mom has a desk under the window that provides lots of natural light for her to work; pay bills or answer emails on the laptop. There is space opposite the desk on the peninsula where a stool can be pulled out to sit and work. The other side of the peninsula houses three drawers which conveniently organize all her wrapping necessities. From ribbons in the bottom drawer to tissue paper in the next, tags and specialty items in the top drawer. This laundry room is a space that many woman dream of. The clean lines, the neutral colors, the layout, make it an easy space to work and play in. It’s so organized that the old adage “Everything in its place. A place for everything” should be a sign hanging on this wall. Photography by Steve McCall

Briar Manor

Lucas Eilers Design Associates, LLP

Photo of a large traditional utility room in Houston with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Hasserton - Transitional Prairie Style Lakefront

Visbeen Architects

The Hasserton is a sleek take on the waterfront home. This multi-level design exudes modern chic as well as the comfort of a family cottage. The sprawling main floor footprint offers homeowners areas to lounge, a spacious kitchen, a formal dining room, access to outdoor living, and a luxurious master bedroom suite. The upper level features two additional bedrooms and a loft, while the lower level is the entertainment center of the home. A curved beverage bar sits adjacent to comfortable sitting areas. A guest bedroom and exercise facility are also located on this floor.

Princeton Junction

Wilkes Architects - Princeton Design Guild

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Traditional Fort Langley Custom Home

Narrow Gate Developments

This is an example of a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Woods Modern Farmhouse

Hines Homes, LLC

This is an example of a large modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Little Rock with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

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.

427 S. 16th

J. De Leon Home Builder/ Remodeling

Design ideas for a single-wall dedicated laundry room in Austin with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Willow Springs

Cindy Smetana Interiors

Inspiration for a transitional laundry room in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Rustic Wood Details

Satterwhite Construction Inc.

Country laundry room in Raleigh with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Grey Laundry Room Design Ideas with Ceramic Floors

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.