A small European laundry is highly functional and conserves space which can be better utilised within living spaces
This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall utility room in Geelong with an utility sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls and white benchtop.

Fairy Tale Features

Delbert Adams Construction Group

French Country laundry room with farmhouse sink in all white cabinetry vanity with blue countertop and backsplash, beige travertine flooring, black metal framed window, and painted white brick wall.

PNW Capecod

User

Photo of a beach style laundry room in Seattle with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, shiplap splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and decorative wall panelling.

Classic & Inviting Custom Home: Naperville, IL

Charleston Building and Development

Inspiration for a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room w/ Custom Wood Countertops, Tile Backsplash, Phone Charging Station

Cabinet-S-Top

We updated this laundry room by installing Medallion Silverline Jackson Flat Panel cabinets in white icing color. The countertops are a custom Natural Black Walnut wood top with a Mockett charging station and a Porter single basin farmhouse sink and Moen Arbor high arc faucet. The backsplash is Ice White Wow Subway Tile. The floor is Durango Tumbled tile.

Dusty Pink Laundry Room

Paul Alexander Kitchens

A first floor bespoke laundry room with tiled flooring and backsplash with a butler sink and mid height washing machine and tumble dryer for easy access. Dirty laundry shoots for darks and colours, with plenty of opening shelving and hanging spaces for freshly ironed clothing. This is a laundry that not only looks beautiful but works!

Light Grey Utility Room by The Secret Drawer

The Secret Drawer

The cabinetry in this practical space is painted with Paint & Paper Library 'Lead V'; handles are Armac Martin 'Cotswold Bun Knob' in Satin Chrome finish; sink is Shaws 'Pennine' 600mm single bowl pot sink; tap is Perrin & Rowe 'Oribiq' in Pewter finish; worktops are Statuario Marble. The washing machine and tumble dryer are both Miele appliances, and are meticulously tested to provide at least 20 years of use.

Flower Mound Transitional Modern

Urbanology Designs

Laundry room looking into the mud room
Inspiration for a large modern galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors and beige benchtop.

Colorful Laundry Room with Custom Cabinets & Yellow Door

Hive Home

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Los Angeles with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Florida Projects

Jason Ball Interior Design

Nothing says a laundry room has to be boring and this one certainly is not. Beautiful Moroccan patterned tile floor, white cabinetry and plenty of storage make this laundry room one in which anyone would want to spend some time.

Powell Laundry Room

Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers

Laundry room Concept, modern farmhouse, with farmhouse sink, wood floors, grey cabinets, mini fridge in Powell
Photo of a mid-sized country galley utility room in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Royal Palm Yacht Club Staging

Ava Gray Interiors LLC

Luxe View Photography
Photo of a beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Atlanta Transitional Kitchen Renovation

EK Interiors

circa lighting, classic design, custom cabinets, inset cabinetry, kohler, renovation,
Transitional laundry room in Atlanta with an utility sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Dickinson Custom Home

GAP Custom Homes

Walls Could Talk
This is an example of a large country single-wall utility room in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Small Laundry Room makeover w/Stackable W/D and Farm Sink

randboll

Close-up of the granite counter-top, with custom cut/finished butcher block Folded Laundry Board. Note handles on Laundry Board are a must due to the weight of the board when lifting into place or removing, as slippery urethane finish made it tough to hold otherwise. 2nd Note: The key to getting a support edge for the butcher-block on the Farm Sink is to have the granite installers measure to the center of the top edge of the farm sink, so that half of the top edge holds the granite, and the other half of the top edge holds the butcher block laundry board. By and large, most all granite installers will always cover the edge of any sink, so you need to specify exactly half, and explain why you need it that way. Photo taken by homeowner.

Cathaway Laundry

Kitchen & Bath Details

Matt Francis Photos
Photo of a beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Rabbit Ridge Farm - Log Cabin Master Bath, Dressing Room & Laundry Room

Suzanne MacCrone Rogers

Renovation of a master bath suite, dressing room and laundry room in a log cabin farm house. The laundry room has a fabulous white enamel and iron trough sink with double goose neck faucets - ideal for scrubbing dirty farmer's clothing. The cabinet and shelving were custom made using the reclaimed wood from the farm. A quartz counter for folding laundry is set above the washer and dryer. A ribbed glass panel was installed in the door to the laundry room, which was retrieved from a wood pile, so that the light from the room's window would flow through to the dressing room and vestibule, while still providing privacy between the spaces. Interior Design & Photo ©Suzanne MacCrone Rogers Architectural Design - Robert C. Beeland, AIA, NCARB

Stacked Washer Dryer with Built in Desk in Hardworking Laundry Room

Denise Quade Design

A built in desk was designed for this corner. File drawers, a skinny pencil drawer, and lots of writing surface makes the tiny desk very functional. Sea grass cabinets with phantom green suede granite countertops pair together nicely and feel appropriate in this old farmhouse.

Farmhouse Laundry Room

This is an example of a small country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Chic Chateau

A. Perry Homes

Laundry Room with farmhouse sink, light wood cabinets and an adorable puppy
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, beaded inset cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, beige floor, beige benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

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.