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.

Having fun in the Laundry Room

Rosa Dest Interiors

Jenny Melick
Design ideas for a small traditional galley laundry room in Charlotte with solid surface benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, raised-panel cabinets, a drop-in sink, white cabinets, red walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Abeln

Stonehearth Remodeling

Mark Wingert
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, red walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Diderot

Léandre Chéron

Léandre Chéron
Mediterranean utility room in Paris with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, red walls and multi-coloured floor.

Albany Place

Thomas & Jayne Interior Design

Anne Buskirk Photography
Inspiration for a transitional laundry room in Indianapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, red walls, grey floor and black benchtop.

Recessed Square Distressed Pine Cabinetry with a ''Nut Brown'' Finish

Orren Pickell Building Group

http://www.pickellbuilders.com. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. Cabinetry by Brookhaven I, Andover recessed square door style in distressed pine with a ''Nut Brown'' finish. Caesar Stone's "Jerusalem Sand" honed granite with an eased edge at perimeter.

Stillwater Cabin

EEC | Architects, Engineers, Surveyors, Builders

Inspiration for a country single-wall laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, red walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry

Jeff James

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Calgary with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, red walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Enclave at Glen Lakes, Ronald Reagan Home

Jagoe Homes Inc.

Jagoe Homes, Inc. Project: The Enclave at Glen Lakes Home. Location: Louisville, Kentucky. Site Number: EGL 40.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Louisville with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, red walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Pretty in Red Laundry Room

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

This laundry room designed by Curtis Lumber, Inc is proof that a laundry room can be beautiful and functional. The cabinetry is from the Merillat Classic line. Photos property of Curtis Lumber, Inc.

Custom Kitchens

Kitchen Concepts Tulsa

Inspiration for a traditional laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, granite benchtops and red walls.

Mud Room

Foreman Builders Inc

Multi functional mud room in a rural farm setting. Shower, toilet area, washer dryer, utility sink with a punch of color with black and white tile set diagonally to create more interest. Built by Foreman Builders, Winchester VA. e.g. Photography by Manon Roderick

Abeln

Stonehearth Remodeling

Mark Wingert
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, red walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Pretty in Red Laundry Room

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

This laundry room designed by Curtis Lumber, Inc is proof that a laundry room can be beautiful and functional. The cabinetry is from the Merillat Classic line. Photos property of Curtis Lumber, Inc.

Pretty in Red Laundry Room

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

This laundry room designed by Curtis Lumber, Inc is proof that a laundry room can be beautiful and functional. The cabinetry is from the Merillat Classic line. Photos property of Curtis Lumber, Inc.

Pretty in Red Laundry Room

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

TThis laundry room designed by Curtis Lumber, Inc is proof that a laundry room can be beautiful and functional. The cabinetry is from the Merillat Classic line. Photos property of Curtis Lumber, Inc.

Pretty in Red Laundry Room

Curtis Lumber Ballston Spa

This laundry room designed by Curtis Lumber, Inc is proof that a laundry room can be beautiful and functional. The cabinetry is from the Merillat Classic line. Photos property of Curtis Lumber, Inc.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Drop-in Sink and Red Walls

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.