After, functional laundry area.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Baker Project

Finished Painting, LLC

This is an example of a large country galley laundry room in Cedar Rapids with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Mountain Farmhouse

Jonathan Miller Architects

Design ideas for a country u-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, black floor and white benchtop.

A High Impact Makeover For an Old Country Mill

Richard Parr + Associates

Richard Parr + Associates - Architecture and Interior Design - photos by Nia Morris
This is an example of a country laundry room in Gloucestershire with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink, white walls and grey floor.

Wolf Cove Residence

ID.ology Interiors & Design

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey walls.

Luandry/Mudroom Renovation

Taryn DeVincent Interiors

Taryn DeVincent
Design ideas for a small country laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry/Craft Room

All About Kitchens of Concord

Laundry room sink.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.

Armstrong Luxury Vinyl Plank

Creative Floors

Limed Oak- Chateau Grey
This is an example of a large country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, vinyl floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Pooler Laundry Room

User

McCall Chase
Photo of a small traditional l-shaped utility room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, pink walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Tusculum Court

Provincial Kitchens

Sue Stubbs
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped utility room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls and medium hardwood floors.

Ancient Modern

Jackson & LeRoy

Joshua Caldwell Photography
Traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, white walls and recessed-panel cabinets.

Pet Grooming Tubs

Ridalco Stainless Steel

Inspiration for a large industrial laundry room in Ottawa with an utility sink.

Mud Room Reinvented

CG&S Design-Build

Tommy Kile 2014
This is an example of a transitional laundry room in Austin with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

New House - Wayne, PA

Peter Zimmerman Architects

Peter Zimmerman Architects- Premier National Architect. Tom Crane Photography
Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, green cabinets and wood benchtops.

Laundry room

Warren Home Restorations

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, glass-front cabinets, granite benchtops and beige benchtop.

Reid Residence

Studio Black Interiors

Reid Residence. Interior Design and styling by Studio Black Interiors. Build by Papas Projects. Photography by Adam McGrath.
Photo of a contemporary laundry room in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops and engineered quartz splashback.

High-Energy Living | West Linn Home Addition

Mountainwood Homes

Locker-room-inspired floor-to-ceiling cabinets in the mudroom area.
Expansive modern galley utility room in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, grey walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Durango

Jessica Koltun Home

Classic, timeless and ideally positioned on a sprawling corner lot set high above the street, discover this designer dream home by Jessica Koltun. The blend of traditional architecture and contemporary finishes evokes feelings of warmth while understated elegance remains constant throughout this Midway Hollow masterpiece unlike no other. This extraordinary home is at the pinnacle of prestige and lifestyle with a convenient address to all that Dallas has to offer.

Small house Renovations

TEMPO STUDIO

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Perth with a farmhouse sink, quartz benchtops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Farmhouse Sink and an Utility 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.