Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Sunol Homestead

Ridgecrest Designs

Settled on a hillside in Sunol, where the cows come to graze at dawn, lies a brand new custom home that looks like it has been there for a hundred years – in a good way. Our clients came to us with an architect's house plans, but needed a builder to make their dream home come to life. In true Ridgecrest fashion, we ended up redesigning the entire home inside and out - creating what we now call the Sunol Homestead. A multitude of details came together to give us the perfect mix of a traditional Craftsman with modern amenities. We commissioned a local stone mason to hand-place every river stone on the exterior of the house - no veneer here. Floor to ceiling window and doors lead out to the wrap-around porch to let in beautiful natural light, while the custom stained wood floors and trim exude warmth and richness. Every detail of this meticulously designed residence reflects a commitment to quality and comfort, making it a haven for those seeking a harmonious balance between refined living and the peaceful serenity of Sunol's idyllic landscape.

Big House on the Prairie

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, Colorado, USA Interior design, space planning and architectural details converge thoughtfully in this transformative project. A 15-year old, 9,000 sf. home with generic interior finishes and odd layout needed bold, modern, fun and highly functional transformation for a large bustling family. To redefine the soul of this home, texture and light were given primary consideration. Elegant contemporary finishes, a warm color palette and dramatic lighting defined modern style throughout. A cascading chandelier by Stone Lighting in the entry makes a strong entry statement. Walls were removed to allow the kitchen/great/dining room to become a vibrant social center. A minimalist design approach is the perfect backdrop for the diverse art collection. Yet, the home is still highly functional for the entire family. We added windows, fireplaces, water features, and extended the home out to an expansive patio and yard. The cavernous beige basement became an entertaining mecca, with a glowing modern wine-room, full bar, media room, arcade, billiards room and professional gym. Bathrooms were all designed with personality and craftsmanship, featuring unique tiles, floating wood vanities and striking lighting. This project was a 50/50 collaboration between Rodwin Architecture and Kimball Modern

Transitional Laundry Room

Design ideas for a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Laundries

The Kitchen Designer

Fun but functional laundry in bright blue traditional style cabinetry. Raised front loading washing machine and dryer. Tall storage for brooms, mops, ironing board and vacuum cleaner. Three pullout drawers with baskets for easy sorting of dirty clothes. The owner/user of this laundry is a very happy man. photography by Vicki Morskate [V]style + imagery photography by Vicki Morskate VStyle+ Imagery

WAHROONGA RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

DESIGNER HOME. - 40mm thick 'Calacutta Primo Quartz' benchtop - Fish scale tiled splashback - Custom profiled 'satin' polyurethane doors - Black & gold fixtures - Laundry shute - All fitted with Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens By Emanuel

Divergence

Triple Dot Design Studio

A bright, light and fun laundry room. Mint coloured cabinets house side by side washer and dryer, plenty of storage space, and plenty of counter space for a busy and young family. Darker hand painted fun floor tiles hide the dirt that gets brought in from the outdoors.

River Craftsman

GO Architectural Design, PLLC

Hallway to laundry room with barn door.
Photo of a large beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, a single-bowl sink and blue cabinets.

Gary Randolph Master Builder

AG&M Raleigh (Architectural Granite & Marble)

Inspiration for a large modern galley dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Green Hills Addition

The Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists

Large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Nashville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, shiplap splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Street of Dreams 2019 - Bespoke

Red Hills Construction, Inc.

Photo of a large country laundry room in Portland with blue cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room with Double Washer and Dryer

Trim Tech Designs

A double washer and dryer? Yes please!? Swipe to see a 360 view of this basement laundry room project we completed recently! (Cabinetry was custom color matched)

South Georgia Sanctuary

Lola Interiors

Photo: Jessie Preza Photography
Photo of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Brad Ramsey Interiors

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped utility room in Nashville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

General Bate

Smokey Mountain Tops

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Nashville with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Multi-Purpose Laundry & Mud Room

Boyce Design + Build

The large multi-purpose laundry and mud room is as stylish as it is functional with white quartz countertops, a polished brown ceramic tile backsplash and matte gray porcelain tile floor. Custom shaker cabinets boasts floor to ceiling storage with a cozy built in-window seat painted in Benjamin Moore’s Cloud Sky. Additional features include a side-by-side washer and dryer, full-size laundry sink with black under mount sink and matte black pull out spray faucet.

Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry

GMI Design Group

This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.

Blackhawk Reinvented

Vicki Linck Interiors

Christopher Stark Photography
This is an example of a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Blue Laundry Room

CKF Co.

Cabinetry: CKF 360 Classic Door: Centennial Species and Finish: Charcoal Blue paint on Paint Grade Maple
Photo of a large modern galley utility room in Omaha with blue cabinets and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Lakefront Beauty

Jeff Puckett Construction Inc

Photo of a large country galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, recycled glass benchtops, beige walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Large Laundry Room Design Ideas with Blue Cabinets

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.