Large transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

The Lodge- Utility/ Boot Room

INTERIORS BY INGRID Ltd

Light and elegant utility room in cashmere grey finish with white worktops, marble chevron tiles and brass accessories.
Photo of a large contemporary laundry cupboard in Cheshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Armstrong-Rustic Hardwood

Just Around The Corner

Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in St Louis with open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

This Old House NEW

Teakwood Builders, Inc.

Large traditional laundry cupboard in New York with a farmhouse sink, white splashback, shiplap splashback, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

LVT Work

The Cheapest Carpet LLC

Inspiration for a large single-wall laundry cupboard in Birmingham with white walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Lachlan Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | CA

Flooret

Influenced by classic Nordic design. Surprisingly flexible with furnishings. Amplify by continuing the clean modern aesthetic, or punctuate with statement pieces. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.

East Grand Rapids Tudor Renovation

Jennifer Butler Design

The brand new laundry room boasts custom cabinetry, closed and hanging storage, and counter space for folding. The printed linen wallcovering adds a fun texture and pattern on the walls, which we complemented with a bold citron ceiling and hand-blown Italian glass light fixtures. And of course, the original laundry shoot still works!

Ultra-Modern 3-Story

Owen Homes LLC

Design ideas for a large modern single-wall laundry cupboard in Kansas City with white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Lyders Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

This is an example of a large beach style galley laundry cupboard in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Homearama 2014

Mauk Cabinets by Design

Large modern u-shaped laundry cupboard in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Piseco Lake Residence- Laundry Room

Phinney Design Group

Elizabeth Haynes
Photo of a large country single-wall laundry cupboard in Boston with white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Hartford House

Holly A. Kopman Interior Design

Photo of a large transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Hidden Laundry

Hargreaves Joinery

This is an example of a large traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors and an integrated washer and dryer.

Pinnacle Peak

AJP Properties

Red Egg Design Group | Fun and Bright Laundry Room with Subway Tile Backsplash, Solid Surface Countertops and Custom Floor Tiles. | Courtney Lively Photography

1958 Ranch Kitchen Remodel in Altadena

MDB Design Group

The laundry area was behind bi-fold doors, but did not function very well. By stacking the washer and dryer, space for a new base cabinet with a deep sink was created. A wall cabinet provides storage for the cleaning supplies. The mops and brooms are organized on a wall bracket. A new LED ceiling light was added. New, wider bi-fold doors were installed. The solid exterior door was replaced with a glass door to bring the outside, in.Mary Broerman, CCIDC

Attic Bathroom Transformation

Boyles Home Improvement Inc

Meghan Morrison
Inspiration for a large transitional laundry cupboard in Raleigh with marble benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Bespoke Utility Storage Area

Fitted Interiors by Lime

Earlier this year we received a call from a ‘Mum to be’ asking if we could help with a design for a bespoke Utility Area. There were two pressing needs that this design needed to fulfil; 1 – The new Utility Area needed to be designed and installed within 6 weeks before she gave birth. 2 – There were lots of bespoke items needed for the new area in order to make best use of space, as usable space was important to our clients, especially with a new arrival on the way. Our client wanted this to be a space that was peaceful to work from away from the main kitchen. Solutions The existing utility area storage units were old with storage and shelving all in the wrong places – it just wasn’t practical. (you can see what it originally looked like in the last 3 images) Our client wanted a solution whereby the washing machine and tumble dryer were stacked to reduce the amount of continuous bending to reach both machines. Additionally our client wanted more ‘eye line’ storage and shelving. We had a number of stock colour modern door styles which our client liked however after some in depth discussions we discovered that something more specialist would be required. We got on the phone to one of our local door suppliers and found a set of Tobacco Oak doors that our clients instantly fell in love with. We had these specially designed in the workshop so that they could be installed as bi-folding doors. What was also fabulous about this project is that the utility area and kitchen are completely different in terms of look and style. It is quite common for a utility area and kitchen not to match or be complimented by similar looking units doors and worktops. This hidden gem of a utility area does not scream ‘utility room’ from the front. You only see a beautiful set of oak doors. It’s not until you open the bi-fold doors that you encounter the beauty and simplicity of a cleverly organised and well thought out working area. Our clients came to us with such fantastic and amazing ideas for their utility area, which made bringing this bespoke design to life relatively simple and very enjoyable!

Prestwick Modern Farmhouse

Haste Woodcraft

Laundry room custom shelving and cabinetry Photo by CorComm Creative
Inspiration for a large country laundry cupboard in Indianapolis with white cabinets and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Wain Rd - Pre-Cast Insulated Concrete Panel Passive Solar Home

NZ Builders Ltd

Leanna Rathkelly
This is an example of a large contemporary laundry cupboard in Vancouver with grey walls and concrete floors.

Magnolia Trace Custom

Huffman Custom Homes

Modern transitional home in Mustang, OK
Photo of a large transitional laundry cupboard in Oklahoma City with white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Large Laundry Cupboard Design Ideas

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.