The laundry room was placed between the front of the house (kitchen/dining/formal living) and the back game/informal family room. Guests frequently walked by this normally private area. Laundry room now has tall cleaning storage and custom cabinet to hide the washer/dryer when not in use. A new sink and faucet create a functional cleaning and serving space and a hidden waste bin sits on the right.

Laundry Room - After

Realty Restoration, LLC

Christopher Davison, AIA
This is an example of a large modern galley utility room in Austin with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

Schrock Cabinets: Message Center

MasterBrand Cabinets

Design ideas for a large transitional utility room with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Eye-Land at White Oaks Savanna

CHRISTOPHER STROM ARCHITECTS

Eye-Land: Named for the expansive white oak savanna views, this beautiful 5,200-square foot family home offers seamless indoor/outdoor living with five bedrooms and three baths, and space for two more bedrooms and a bathroom. The site posed unique design challenges. The home was ultimately nestled into the hillside, instead of placed on top of the hill, so that it didn’t dominate the dramatic landscape. The openness of the savanna exposes all sides of the house to the public, which required creative use of form and materials. The home’s one-and-a-half story form pays tribute to the site’s farming history. The simplicity of the gable roof puts a modern edge on a traditional form, and the exterior color palette is limited to black tones to strike a stunning contrast to the golden savanna. The main public spaces have oversized south-facing windows and easy access to an outdoor terrace with views overlooking a protected wetland. The connection to the land is further strengthened by strategically placed windows that allow for views from the kitchen to the driveway and auto court to see visitors approach and children play. There is a formal living room adjacent to the front entry for entertaining and a separate family room that opens to the kitchen for immediate family to gather before and after mealtime.

Whole Home Makeover

Remodeling by Classic Homes

The original ranch style home was built in 1962 by the homeowner’s father. She grew up in this home; now her and her husband are only the second owners of the home. The existing foundation and a few exterior walls were retained with approximately 800 square feet added to the footprint along with a single garage to the existing two-car garage. The footprint of the home is almost the same with every room expanded. All the rooms are in their original locations; the kitchen window is in the same spot just bigger as well. The homeowners wanted a more open, updated craftsman feel to this ranch style childhood home. The once 8-foot ceilings were made into 9-foot ceilings with a vaulted common area. The kitchen was opened up and there is now a gorgeous 5 foot by 9 and a half foot Cambria Brittanicca slab quartz island.

Chic Chateau

A. Perry Homes

Laundry Room with built-in cubby/locker storage
Inspiration for a large traditional utility room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, grey walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Traditional Laundry Room

Large traditional utility room in Grand Rapids with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige walls, marble floors and beige floor.

Rhoads Residence

J 3 Architects

Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Mudroom - Next Level Ranch

Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC

The laundry room / mudroom in this updated 1940's Custom Cape Ranch features a Custom Millwork mudroom closet and shaker cabinets. The classically detailed arched doorways and original wainscot paneling in the living room, dining room, stair hall and bedrooms were kept and refinished, as were the many original red brick fireplaces found in most rooms. These and other Traditional features were kept to balance the contemporary renovations resulting in a Transitional style throughout the home. Large windows and French doors were added to allow ample natural light to enter the home. The mainly white interior enhances this light and brightens a previously dark home. Architect: T.J. Costello - Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC Interior Designer: Helena Clunies-Ross

Laundry, Mudroom and Butler's Pantry in Littleton, CO

Da Vinci Remodeling, LLC

Libbie Holmes Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Laundry and mud room with custom dog wash

Jennifer Ryan Design

The dog wash has pull out steps so large dogs can get in the tub without the owners having to lift them. The dog wash also is used as the laundry's deep sink. Debbie Schwab Photography

Caledonia Mud Room Addition For Dogs

S.J. Janis Company, Inc.

After the renovation, the dogs have their own personal bowls and a customized washing area for when they come in from outside. The standing height dog washing station includes a Sterling shower base and Delta wall mount hand shower for easy washing without back pain. Even better, the lower cabinet opens up exposing retractable stairs for the retrievers’ easy access to bathing. An Elkay under mount sink for fresh water and easy draining was complimented by a Kohler Purist Lavatory faucet. These dogs quite possibly are the only ones with their own under mount sink! Plato Prelude cabinets provide plenty of cabinet space for dog food and other items. One golden retriever and four flat coated retrievers = a lot of food storage needs! To the left of the washing station is a food prep area and a medication storage location to keep everything organized. Porcelain fired earth ceramics 18" field tile was installed for a durable floor. An LG Hi-Macs Volcanics Solid Surface material was used on the counter tops featuring built-in food bowls. The dogs love the new amenities but the homeowners have a spectacular kitchen, improved dining/coffee experience, an efficient flow from the kitchen to the backyard, and functional designs to make their life easier.

Marston Lower Level

College City Design Build

This is an example of a large traditional single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, ceramic floors, grey floor, beige benchtop and grey walls.

Hillside Hideaway : Mudroom Laundry Room

Sarah Barnard Design LLC

Here we see the storage of the washer, dryer, and laundry behind the custom-made wooden screens. The laundry storage area features a black matte metal garment hanging rod above Ash cabinetry topped with polished terrazzo that features an array of grey and multi-tonal pinks and carries up to the back of the wall. The wall sconce features a hand-blown glass globe, cut and polished to resemble a precious stone or crystal.

Laundry Room Makeover

Trim Tech Designs

This laundry room is what dreams are made of… ? A double washer and dryer, marble lined utility sink, and custom mudroom with built-in storage? We are swooning.

Forest Hills

Millwerks

Large scandinavian l-shaped utility room in Vancouver with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Yarrow Point Shingle Style--Remodel & Decor

Sheila Mayden Interiors

Combined Laundry and Craft Room
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Seattle with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

ADA Compliant Home in Tualatin, OR

True Life Design Co

Large country single-wall utility room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, timber splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Wrapping Station

Great Rooms Building Group

Photo of a large transitional galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Davis New Home

CitiBuilt Construction

This is an example of a large midcentury u-shaped utility room in New York with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets and quartzite benchtops.

Large Utility Room 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.