Barbara Bircher, CKD designed this multipurpose laundry/mud room to include the homeowner’s cat. Pets are an important member of one’s household so making sure we consider their needs is an important factor. Barbara designed a base cabinet with an open space to the floor to house the litter box keeping it out of the way and easily accessible for cleaning. Moving the washer, dryer, and laundry sink to the opposite outside wall allowed the dryer to vent directly out the back and added much needed countertop space around the laundry sink. A tall coat cabinet was incorporated to store seasonal outerwear with a boot bench and coat cubby for daily use. A tall broom cabinet designated a place for mops, brooms and cleaning supplies. The decorative corbels, hutch toe accents and bead board continued the theme from the cozy kitchen. Crystal Cabinets, Berenson hardware, Formica countertops, Blanco sink, Delta faucet, Mannington vinyl floor, Asko washer and dryer are some of the products included in this laundry/ mud room remodel.

Floreat Laundry Renovation

On The Ball Bathrooms

Pink Splashback, Laundry Renovations Perth, Hampton Style Laundry, Hampton Laundry, Diamon Tiles
Mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Perth with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, pink splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Rowville Laundry

Presence Design+Build

Clean and seamless design with loads of storage space
This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Printer Storage Behind Cabinet Doors with Rollouts Above

Denise Quade Design

The family printer was hidden behind cabinet doors and placed on a rollout so the scanner/copier function could still be utilized. Two rollouts were placed above and keep extra paper and print cartridges nice and organized.

Project 2

Milo Vision Staging and Interior Design

Small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Perth Laundry Renovation

Small Bathroom Renovations Perth

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Kings Hall Road Project

Clare Elise Interiors

'Through' Utility Room with Encaustic cement tiles
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic single-wall dedicated laundry room in Kent with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Highland Park Laundry Room

Kelly Martin Interiors

Photo: Meghan Bob Photography
Small modern galley dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

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.

Fixer Upper-Inspired Modern Farmhouse

Cypress Homes, Inc.

The perfect amount of space to get the laundry done! We love the color of the cabinets with the reclaimed wood (tractor trailer floor) counter tops...and again, that floor just brings everything together!

Dot's House: Laundry

Atlas Architects

This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Seaford Kitchen & Laundry

The Kitchen Designer

A small beachside home was reconfigured to allow for a larger kitchen opening to the back yard with compact adjacent laundry. The feature tiled wall makes quite a statement with striking dark turquoise hand-made tiles. The wall conceals the small walk-in pantry we managed to fit in behind. Used for food storage and making messy afternoon snacks without cluttering the open plan kitchen/dining living room. Lots of drawers and benchspace in the actual kitchen make this kitchen a dream to work in. And enhances the whole living dining space. The laundry continues with the same materials as the kitchen so make a small but functional space connect with the kitchen.

Laundry + Mudroom

Donna Guyler Design

Donna Guyler Design
Photo of a beach style utility room in Gold Coast - Tweed with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, a drop-in sink, quartz benchtops and porcelain floors.

Modern Farmhouse Front Entry, Mudroom and Laundry Room Remodel

One-of-One Building Collective

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Calgary with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

A Stylish and Functional Laundry Room

STUDIO ENVIE

Emma Tannenbaum Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and a drop-in sink.

2017 Spring Remodelers Showcase

Knight Construction Design Inc.

Small country single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Mud/Laundry Room

Crisp Architects

Rob Karosis
This is an example of a mid-sized country utility room in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, a drop-in sink and grey walls.

Resort Style Living

Shannon Pepper Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, pink splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Perth Laundry Renovation

Small Bathroom Renovations Perth

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Laundry Room

Enguita Construction

Design ideas for a small country l-shaped utility room in Tampa with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Drop-in Sink

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.