Amazing Updates for the Lake Ellyn Home in Glen Ellyn

Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW Working with this Glen Ellyn client was so much fun the first time around, we were thrilled when they called to say they were considering moving across town and might need some help with a bit of design work at the new house. The kitchen in the new house had been recently renovated, but it was not exactly what they wanted. What started out as a few tweaks led to a pretty big overhaul of the kitchen, mudroom and laundry room. Luckily, we were able to use re-purpose the old kitchen cabinetry and custom island in the remodeling of the new laundry room — win-win! As parents of two young girls, it was important for the homeowners to have a spot to store equipment, coats and all the “behind the scenes” necessities away from the main part of the house which is a large open floor plan. The existing basement mudroom and laundry room had great bones and both rooms were very large. To make the space more livable and comfortable, we laid slate tile on the floor and added a built-in desk area, coat/boot area and some additional tall storage. We also reworked the staircase, added a new stair runner, gave a facelift to the walk-in closet at the foot of the stairs, and built a coat closet. The end result is a multi-functional, large comfortable room to come home to! Just beyond the mudroom is the new laundry room where we re-used the cabinets and island from the original kitchen. The new laundry room also features a small powder room that used to be just a toilet in the middle of the room. You can see the island from the old kitchen that has been repurposed for a laundry folding table. The other countertops are maple butcherblock, and the gold accents from the other rooms are carried through into this room. We were also excited to unearth an existing window and bring some light into the room. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Traditional Home Update Kitchen + Mudroom + Bathrooms

Maria Causey Interior Design

Christy Kosnic
Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Knoll - Farmhouse Laundry Room

In the Deets

Farmhouse style laundry room featuring navy patterned Cement Tile flooring, custom white overlay cabinets, brass cabinet hardware, farmhouse sink, and wall mounted faucet.

Beautiful Atlanta-Area Renovation

David Cannon Photography

Laundry room renovated by New River Home Builders. Photo credit: David Cannon Photography (www.davidcannonphotography.com)
Design ideas for an expansive country l-shaped utility room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Valerie - Modern

Thomas Homes

Inspiration for a large modern galley dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Modern Rustic Wayne Laundry & Mudroom

Deconstructed Living Design

This is an example of a large transitional galley utility room in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room

Laurie Trinch Interiors

Laurie Trinch Interiors
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

River Hills Fort Worth, TX

The ARTEC Group, Inc.

The ARTEC Group, Inc - Herringbone tile floor. Laundry Room. TV Monitor mounted on wall. Book shelves. Functional and Fun!
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops and slate floors.

Racine Mud Room Addition For Dogs

S.J. Janis Company, Inc.

A view showing the retractable stairs leading up to the washing station. Let the dogs do the leg work and the homeowners can wash the dogs while standing. Both functional and efficient!

San Diego Craftsman

Studio 6 Architects

Jeri Koegel
Photo of an expansive arts and crafts u-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Diego with recessed-panel cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, an undermount sink, tile benchtops, slate floors, green benchtop and beige cabinets.

Colorful and Cheery

Colordrunk Designs

Iran Watson
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with blue cabinets, a drop-in sink, brown floor, shaker cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Crystal Tree Dr. - Renovation

Peak Construction & Development, LLC

Peak Construction & Remodeling, Inc. Orland Park, IL (708) 516-9816
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Linda's Mudroom + Laundry Room

Labra Design Build

Labra Design Build
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Redefined Transitional

JRP Design & Remodel

A perfectly designed laundry room that blends impeccable style with effortless functionality. DeWils shaker cabinets are painted white and finished with brushed nickel podium pulls. The side-by-side washer and dryer make a convenient folding station opposite the laundry sink. The AKDO calacatta mosaic tile backsplash adds visual texture. Floors are wood grain porcelain planks. Photographer: J.R. Maddox (J.R. Maddox Photography)

Barton Hills Bedroom

Jameson Design Group

The needs of a growing family were kept in mind when designing the new layout of the mud room/utility room. The result is more walking space, more counter space and more storage. Interior Design by Jameson Interiors. Photo by Andrea Calo

Bradford Renovation

Highland Builders LLC

Stacked washer and dryer with basket storage and utility sink
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Milwaukee with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a stacked washer and dryer and a drop-in sink.

Bright and Modern

Foxcraft Cabinets

Beautiful, functional laundry
This is an example of a large modern galley utility room in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lexington Bungalow

Small Batch Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue walls and slate floors.

Laundry Room

Keith's Appliances

This is an example of a mid-sized modern dedicated laundry room in Bridgeport with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Mud Room, Laundry, Closets

Signature Custom Cabinets

If you know the flurry of stuff left behind when children arrive at home you will certainly appreciate this space. One thing we love about cabinetry is the clean look you get once all your things have a spot to be tucked away.

Laundry 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.