Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

West Sussex Modern Beach House

Lisette Voute Designs

Utility room with built in Shaker style cabinetry and practical overhead shelving with hooks. The crisp white quartz worktop is complimented by the soft earthy tones of the cabinetry, with bronze hardware and a Belfast sink. Photographer: Nick George

Calle Ventura 1 by Rafterhouse

Rafterhouse

Ace and Whim Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Comfortable and Collected

Ann Lowengart Interiors

The family living in this shingled roofed home on the Peninsula loves color and pattern. At the heart of the two-story house, we created a library with high gloss lapis blue walls. The tête-à-tête provides an inviting place for the couple to read while their children play games at the antique card table. As a counterpoint, the open planned family, dining room, and kitchen have white walls. We selected a deep aubergine for the kitchen cabinetry. In the tranquil master suite, we layered celadon and sky blue while the daughters' room features pink, purple, and citrine.

Roman Shades

Uptown Drapes

This is an example of a country laundry room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls and black benchtop.

Arbors || New Construction || St. George, Utah || Laundry

Etch Design Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Austin with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Envy! - DryAway

DryAway by Jilidoni Designs

Mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Milwaukee with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a farmhouse sink, grey walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room

Lewis Alderson & Co.

Full height fitted cabinetry with hanging space, belfast sink, granite worktops
Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Hampshire with a farmhouse sink, granite benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, travertine floors and grey benchtop.

Chaska Mudroom/Powder/Laundry

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

Alongside Tschida Construction and Pro Design Custom Cabinetry, we upgraded a new build to maximum function and magazine worthy style. Changing swinging doors to pocket, stacking laundry units, and doing closed cabinetry options really made the space seem as though it doubled.

Silvan Farmhouse Beauty

Smith & Smith Kitchens

Natural materials come together so beautifully in this huge, laundry / mud room. Tim Turner Photography
Photo of an expansive country galley utility room in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, concrete floors, grey floor, white benchtop, grey walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Tremont 2

Bella Vista Company

Shoot 2 Sell
This is an example of a large transitional galley utility room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls and dark hardwood floors.

Westside Laundry/Mudroom

Kriste Michelini Interiors

Conroy + Tanzer
This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey walls, grey floor and white benchtop.

ASC Margaritaville

Amy Storm & Company

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with light wood cabinets, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Showplace EVO Laundry & Pantry in Pendleton Dorian Gray & Natural Walnut

Cabinetry by Better Bilt

Cabinetry: Showplace EVO Style: Pendleton w/ Five Piece Drawers Finish: Paint Grade – Dorian Gray/Walnut - Natural Countertop: (Customer’s Own) White w/ Gray Vein Quartz Plumbing: (Customer’s Own) Hardware: Richelieu – Champagne Bronze Bar Pulls Backsplash: (Customer’s Own) Full-height Quartz Floor: (Customer’s Own) Designer: Devon Moore Contractor: Carson’s Installations – Paul Carson

Osmond Home

OSMOND DESIGNS

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, louvered cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtop, marble benchtops, grey cabinets and grey walls.

Rustic Industrial Kitchen

KSI Kitchen & Bath

Grey shaker cabinets by Dura Supreme and the pipe shelving to hang clothes give this space a rustic, industrial feel. Plenty of room for laundry with tilt out hampers, counter space for folding and drying rack. Photography by Beth Singer.

Family Laundry and Mudroom

Fritz Carpentry & Contracting, LLC

What was once just a laundry room has been transformed into a combined mudroom to meet the needs of a young family. Designed and built by Fritz Carpentry & Contracting, custom cabinets and coat cubbies add additional storage while creating visual interest for passers-by. Tucked behind a custom sliding barn door, floating maple shelves, subway tile, brick floor and a farmhouse sink add character and charm to a newer home.

Gandy Residence

Sean Freitas, Architect

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

heART Laundry Room

Nar Design Group

Additional square footage from the garage was converted to create this multi-functional laundry & utility room that is layered with dedicated storage details throughout. The side-by-side washer and dryer are raised to a comfortable height for usage with ample storage above and below. A four compartment laundry sorting station below are large open countertop surface makes laundry no longer a chore. Hang dry items are placed on the stainless steel rod. Tall storage cabinets and a tall freezer house bulk items from the kitchen and other miscellaneous items. Photo Credit: Fred Donham-Photographerlink

Coastal Village Residence

Whitten Architects

This is an example of a galley dedicated laundry room in Portland Maine with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Farmhouse Sink and Grey 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.