This is an example of a large traditional single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, ceramic floors, grey floor, beige benchtop and grey walls.

Modern English Farmhouse | Hillsboro, Oregon

Westlake Development Group, LLC

Justin Krug Photography
Photo of an expansive country l-shaped utility room in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Entrada

Tracy Lynn Studio

Blue cabinetry
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Diego with quartz benchtops, slate floors, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Classic Clean Line Ranch Home in Rolling Hills Estates

Pritzkat & Johnson Architects

Peter McMenamin
Photo of a mid-sized traditional dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

House Renovation

Built Better Construction

Renovated Laundry Room with Butcher Block Countertops, Custom Soap Stone Sink/Dog Washing Station
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley laundry room in New York with wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Woodland Heights Houston

Haven Design and Construction

This fun little laundry room is perfectly positioned upstairs between the home's four bedrooms. A handy drying rack can be folded away when not in use. The textured tile backsplash adds a touch of blue to the room.

Oak Knoll Drive

Built By Newkirk

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mariposa Project

Home Suite Design & Realty

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room Luxury

leeannallman

This super laundry room has lots of built in storage, including three extra large drying drawers with air flow and a timer, a built in ironing board with outlet and a light, a hanging area for drip drying, pet food alcoves, a center island and extra tall slated cupboards for long-handled items like brooms and mops. The mosaic glass tile backsplash was matched around corners. The pendant adds a fun industrial touch. The floor tiles are hard-wearing porcelain that looks like stone. The countertops are a quartz that mimics marble.

Transitional Functionality

Cabinet Concepts by Design

This image showcases painted full overlay cabinetry with tons of custom storage spaces in a galley style laundry room. Full electric wardrobe lifts are utilized in the hanging sections for easy access to garments.

Laundry Room

Bella Luxe Home Design & Interiors, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Modern Home on The Rim at Tetherow, Bend, OR

Curtis Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Driftwood Cottage

Home at 2 Design

Clean white shiplap, a vintage style porcelain hanging utility sink and simple open furnishings make make laundry time enjoyable. An adjacent two door closet houses all the clutter of cleaning supplies and keeps them out of sight. An antique giant clothespin hangs on the wall, an iron rod allows for hanging clothes to dry with the fresh air from three awning style windows.

Hildebrandt basement

Ruffner Remodeling and Repair, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, laminate benchtops, white walls, carpet, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and exposed beam.

Bedroom Suite

Tate Enterprises

In this garage addition we created a 5th bedroom, bathroom, laundry room and kids sitting room, for a young family. The architecture of the spaces offers great ceiling angles but were a challenge in creating usable space especially in the bathroom and laundry room. In the end were able to achieve all their needs. This young family wanted a clean transitional look that will last for years and match the existing home. In the laundry room we added a porcelain tile floor that looks like cement tile for ease of care. The brass fixtures add a touch of sophistication for all the laundry the kids create. The bathroom we kept simple but stylish. Beveled white subway tile in the shower with white cabinets, a porcelain tile with a marble like vein, for the flooring, and a simple quartz countertop work perfectly with the chrome plumbing fixtures. Perfect for a kid’s bath. In the sitting room we added a desk for a homework space and built-in bookshelves for toy storage. The bedroom, currently a nursery, has great natural light and fantastic roof lines. We created two closets in the eves and organizers inside to help maximize storage of the unusual space. Our clients love their newly created space over their garage.

Custom Home San Jose

Level Up Home Remodeling Inc

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

107 Amethyst

William Guidero Planning and Design

Patterson Custom Homes Ryan Gavin Photography
Photo of a small beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Organic

Savvy Interiors

Design ideas for a large modern u-shaped utility room in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Organized Mudroom and Laundry

Innovative Design Build

We redesigned this client’s laundry space so that it now functions as a Mudroom and Laundry. There is a place for everything including drying racks and charging station for this busy family. Now there are smiles when they walk in to this charming bright room because it has ample storage and space to work!

Peaceful Elegance

Kelly Marie Interior Design

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.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Side-by-side Washer and Dryer and Grey Floor

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.