Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped utility room in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Mediterranean Revival

Soorikian Architecture

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, grey floor and black benchtop.

Cabarita - Laundry

Minosa | Design Life Better

Modern Laundry room with large benchtop / work surface, great storage solution for bulk purchase of goods, ironing boards and linen cabinets. Hanging rail to hang straight out of the washing machine with recessed LED lighting. Design by Minosa Image by Nicole England

W. Point Remodel

Tays & Co Design Studios

Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

The Blues First Floor & Lower Level Remodel

Red House Remodeling

A comprehensive remodel of a home's first and lower levels in a neutral palette of white, naval blue and natural wood with gold and black hardware completely transforms this home.Projects inlcude kitchen, living room, pantry, mud room, laundry room, music room, family room, basement bar, climbing wall, bathroom and powder room.

Country Cottage After

Crosby Creations Drafting & Design Services, LLC

Photo of a country l-shaped laundry room in Charleston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Design Ideas by Pella Windows & Doors

Wilber Windows & Doors

Photo of a small transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen and Laundry Room

McCarley Custom Cabinets

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black benchtop, an undermount sink, white walls, black floor and soapstone benchtops.

Penthouse Condo

Lesley Brookes Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse in Richmond, Texas

Purser Architectural

Purser Architectural Custom Home Design built by CAM Builders LLC
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped utility room in Houston with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Lancelot

Mark Stewart Home Design

Design ideas for a large country l-shaped utility room in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

One More TIme

Ketron Custom Builders

Photo of a traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, slate floors, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Featured Laundry Rooms

Featured Kitchen and Bath, Inc.

This is an example of a large arts and crafts l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, black floor and black benchtop.

Farmhouse on The Creek

Geschke Group Architecture

Design ideas for a country l-shaped utility room in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Tumbleweed Custom Home

Alair Homes Plano

This new home was built on an old lot in Dallas, TX in the Preston Hollow neighborhood. The new home is a little over 5,600 sq.ft. and features an expansive great room and a professional chef’s kitchen. This 100% brick exterior home was built with full-foam encapsulation for maximum energy performance. There is an immaculate courtyard enclosed by a 9' brick wall keeping their spool (spa/pool) private. Electric infrared radiant patio heaters and patio fans and of course a fireplace keep the courtyard comfortable no matter what time of year. A custom king and a half bed was built with steps at the end of the bed, making it easy for their dog Roxy, to get up on the bed. There are electrical outlets in the back of the bathroom drawers and a TV mounted on the wall behind the tub for convenience. The bathroom also has a steam shower with a digital thermostatic valve. The kitchen has two of everything, as it should, being a commercial chef's kitchen! The stainless vent hood, flanked by floating wooden shelves, draws your eyes to the center of this immaculate kitchen full of Bluestar Commercial appliances. There is also a wall oven with a warming drawer, a brick pizza oven, and an indoor churrasco grill. There are two refrigerators, one on either end of the expansive kitchen wall, making everything convenient. There are two islands; one with casual dining bar stools, as well as a built-in dining table and another for prepping food. At the top of the stairs is a good size landing for storage and family photos. There are two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, as well as a movie room. What makes this home so special is the Casita! It has its own entrance off the common breezeway to the main house and courtyard. There is a full kitchen, a living area, an ADA compliant full bath, and a comfortable king bedroom. It’s perfect for friends staying the weekend or in-laws staying for a month.

Diablo Family Manor

Bevan + Associates

Transitional l-shaped laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

63rd Place Remodel

Kowalchuk Construction LLC

Photo of a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

2505 Briarfield

3rd Street Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped utility room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen and Mudroom Remodel

Beacon Hill Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped utility room in Burlington with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Pella Windows & Doors

Dawson Builders

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

L-shaped Laundry Room Design Ideas with Black Benchtop

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.