No space for a full laundry room? No problem! Hidden by closet doors, this fully functional laundry area is sleek and modern.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with a stacked washer and dryer, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and beige walls.

With the plumbing work being done on the master bath suite, our clients opted for a stackable washer/dryer in a closet conveniently located to the 2nd floor bedrooms. The bottom pedestal of the washer provides plenty of storage for laundry detergent and accessories. Ale Wood & Design construction; InHouse Photography.

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Design ideas for a small midcentury galley laundry cupboard in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white walls, limestone floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, grey cabinets and wood benchtops.

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Design ideas for a small laundry cupboard in Salt Lake City with white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

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Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Indigo blue Fabuwood cabinets for a laundry room with a custom butcher block countertop
This is an example of a small beach style single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry room with gas and electric hookups for dryer.
Mid-sized modern u-shaped laundry cupboard in Houston.

Shaker doors with a simple Craftsman trim hide the washer and dryer.
Photo of a small arts and crafts single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor, grey benchtop and decorative wall panelling.

  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

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Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Vancouver with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

In this project the Rochman Design Build team renovated an old 2 story, farmhouse-styled home nestled among mature trees in the Water Hill neighborhood of Ann Arbor. The major renovation of the project happened on the 2nd floor with a complete overhaul of the space including an addition. What was a small room and kitchenette is now a spacious and bright 1 bedroom apartment where our clients can gather and entertain family and friends.

Photo of a small midcentury galley laundry cupboard in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Sutton Signature from the Modin Rigid LVP Collection: Refined yet natural. A white wire-brush gives the natural wood tone a distinct depth, lending it to a variety of spaces.

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.

Laundry room with side by side washer dryer.
Small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Jacksonville with quartz benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Seattle with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Photo of a small modern single-wall laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Inspiration for a beach style single-wall laundry cupboard in Indianapolis with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets and light hardwood floors.