Functionality is the most important factor in this space. Everything you need in a Laundry with hidden ironing board in a drawer and hidden laundry basket in the cupboard keeps this small space looking tidy at all times. The blue patterned tiles with the light timber look bench tops add form as well as function to this Laundry Renovation

Hope Mountian

Syndicate Architects

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Century City Colorful

Coddington Design

Even small spaces can have big doses of pattern and color. This laundry room is adorned with a pink and gold striped Osborne and Little wallpaper. The bright pink and white patterned flooring coordinates with the wallpaper colors without fighting the pattern. The bright white cabinets and wood countertops lets the patterns and color shine. Photography: Vivian Johnson

Extravagance on the River

Baine Contracting, Inc.

Large laundry space give the user everything they need.
Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in New York with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and raised-panel cabinets.

Traditional Nouveau

Silver Leaf Construction & Renovation

Large transitional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Laundry/Mud Room with Storage and Kitty Area ~ Medina, OH

Cabinet-S-Top

This laundry / mud room was created with optimal storage using Waypoint 604S standard overlay cabinets in Painted Cashmere color with a raised panel door. The countertop is Wilsonart in color Betty. A Blanco Silgranit single bowl top mount sink with an Elkay Pursuit Flexible Spout faucet was also installed.

Contemporary Craftsman

Chambers Interior Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Portland with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Our Work

J. Russell MacLachlan Custom Homes & Remodeling

Traditional single-wall laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

West Wing

Room Resolutions

The existing laundry room needed a total face-lift, including new white cabinetry; new GE appliances and a large laundry tub sink to facilitate easily completed chores. The large scale, 24” floor tiles help create a roomy feeling, so as not to feel trapped in what seemed like a dungeon previously. Unexpected lighting of a hanging, chain lantern adds to the brightness and character to a workspace. Photography - Grey Crawford

A Stylish and Functional Laundry Room

STUDIO ENVIE

Emma Tannenbaum Photography
This is an example of a large traditional dedicated laundry room in New York with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, brown benchtop, a drop-in sink and white walls.

Knotty Walnut Cabinets, Kimberly Idaho Home

Premier Woodworking

Lisa Brown - Photographer
Photo of a large traditional galley utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and dark wood cabinets.

New Old House

Doreen Schweitzer Interiors, Ltd.

Sage green beadboard with a ledge molding designed with a place for hooks to hang clothing is decorative as well as functional. Cabinetry is also Sage Green and the design includes space for folding and a sewing desk. The floor tile is ceramic in a terra cotta style.

European Splendor Custom Home

Authenticity, LLC

Alan Jackson - Jackson Studios
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Omaha with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, red walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and a drop-in sink.

Vintage laundry room

Joie De Vie Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Oklahoma City with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor and beige benchtop.

Reinhardt Home

Scovell Remodeling, Inc.

James Maidhof
Design ideas for a large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Kansas City with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Intracoastal Key West Style Custom House

NMB Custom Homes & Renovations

Modest priced cabinetry with a custom flair. We brought the cabinets over the washer and dryer down to finish flush to give a built in look. Simple white dal tile backsplash is accented with custom, hand painted inserts.

Gault Rd

Weaver's Custom Woodworking LLC

This is an example of a traditional single-wall utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, raised-panel cabinets and beige walls.

Poulson Residence

B&B Builders

Laundry Room
Inspiration for a large single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Watsonia Laundry Renovation

GDP Interior Design

Large Laundry Room with custom cabinets

Carroll Construction

Large traditional l-shaped laundry room in New Orleans with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and a drop-in sink.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Drop-in Sink and Raised-panel 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.