The industrial feel carries from the bathroom into the laundry, with the same tiles used throughout creating a sleek finish to a commonly mundane space. With room for both the washing machine and dryer under the bench, there is plenty of space for sorting laundry. Unique to our client’s lifestyle, a second fridge also lives in the laundry for all their entertaining needs.

YORK RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

CURVES & TEXTURE - Custom designed & manufactured 'white matte' cabinetry - 20mm thick Caesarstone 'Snow' benchtop - White gloss rectangle tiled, laid vertically - LO & CO handles - Recessed LED lighting - Feature timber grain cupboard for laundry baskets - Custom laundry chute - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Brighton Renovation and Extension

Sherbrooke Design and Construction

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and an undermount sink.

Elsternwick House

de.arch

Mid-sized modern galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, terra-cotta floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange floor and white benchtop.

Rosebud beach side home

Jasmine McClelland Design

Gorgeous spacious bright and fun orange laundry with black penny tiles.
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, solid surface benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white walls and grey benchtop.

Kalinga Park | Queenslander Renovation

Designtank

Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Brunswick Parlour

Mihaly Slocombe

Brunswick Parlour transforms a Victorian cottage into a hard-working, personalised home for a family of four. Our clients loved the character of their Brunswick terrace home, but not its inefficient floor plan and poor year-round thermal control. They didn't need more space, they just needed their space to work harder. The front bedrooms remain largely untouched, retaining their Victorian features and only introducing new cabinetry. Meanwhile, the main bedroom’s previously pokey en suite and wardrobe have been expanded, adorned with custom cabinetry and illuminated via a generous skylight. At the rear of the house, we reimagined the floor plan to establish shared spaces suited to the family’s lifestyle. Flanked by the dining and living rooms, the kitchen has been reoriented into a more efficient layout and features custom cabinetry that uses every available inch. In the dining room, the Swiss Army Knife of utility cabinets unfolds to reveal a laundry, more custom cabinetry, and a craft station with a retractable desk. Beautiful materiality throughout infuses the home with warmth and personality, featuring Blackbutt timber flooring and cabinetry, and selective pops of green and pink tones. The house now works hard in a thermal sense too. Insulation and glazing were updated to best practice standard, and we’ve introduced several temperature control tools. Hydronic heating installed throughout the house is complemented by an evaporative cooling system and operable skylight. The result is a lush, tactile home that increases the effectiveness of every existing inch to enhance daily life for our clients, proving that good design doesn’t need to add space to add value.

Modern Farmhouse Laundry Room

Decorlift Design Co

Small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Shifting Gears

Esslinger Design Company

Photography by Picture Perfect House
Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mclaughlin

Meg Blu Home

Inspiration for a small country galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with quartz benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white walls and wallpaper.

Boulder Remodel Home: Approachable Elegance

Factor Design Build

The laundry area features a fun ceramic tile design with open shelving and storage above the machine space.
Inspiration for a small country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, cement tile splashback, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Farmhouse Laundry Room

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Highland Park Laundry Room

Kelly Martin Interiors

Photo: Meghan Bob Photography
Design ideas for a small modern dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and an undermount sink.

Howell Residence

Design Actually, LLC

Ample storage and function were an important feature for the homeowner. Beth worked in unison with the contractor to design a custom hanging, pull-out system. The functional shelf glides out when needed, and stores neatly away when not in use. The contractor also installed a hanging rod above the washer and dryer. You can never have too much hanging space! Beth purchased mesh laundry baskets on wheels to alleviate the musty smell of dirty laundry, and a broom closet for cleaning items. There is even a cozy little nook for the family dog.

Customized Laundry/Mud Room with Desk, Utility Sink, and Storage Solutions

Keystone Building Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Charlotte with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black walls.

Courtsfield Ave.

barlow reid design

Kerri Torrey Photography
Inspiration for a transitional dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mud Room Organized

J. Peterson Design, LLC

This long narrow laundry room was transformed into amazing storage for a family with 3 baseball playing boys. Lots of storage for sports equipment and shoes and a beautiful dedicated laundry area.

Belterra Project- Furnishings, Light Fixtures & Interior Design

Haven Design and Construction

The laundry room has an urban farmhouse flair with it's sophisticated patterned floor tile, gray cabinets and sleek black and gold cabinet hardware. A comfortable built in bench provides a convenient spot to take off shoes before entering the rest of the home, while woven baskets add texture. A deep laundry soaking sink and black and white artwork complete the space.

North Lincoln mudroom / laundry room

Plain & Posh

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Mountain Dutch Project

The Fox Group

Inspiration for a transitional single-wall laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with an Undermount Sink and a Side-by-side Washer and Dryer

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.