Photography by Bernard Russo
This is an example of an expansive country utility room in Charlotte with raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

2nd Street

Space Intervention

Transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

High Design in Regular-Looking Ranch

NSPJ Architects

The bright lacquered pop of color in this laundry area create a fun atmosphere for a rather daunting task. Photo by NSPJ Architects / Cathy Kudelko
Small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Kansas City with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Penthouse Condominium

Gallery Interiors and Rockford Kitchen Design

Photo by Mallory Chrisman Photos by Eric Buzenberg Voted by industry peers as "Best Interior Elements and Best Kitchen Design," Grand Rapids, MI Parade of Homes, Fall 2012

Prospect-Lefferts Gardens Townhouse

Amanda Kirkpatrick Photography

Amanda Kirkpatrick Johann Grobler Architects
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Modern Golf Course Home

HMH Architecture + Interiors

Andrew Pogue
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley dedicated laundry room in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, solid surface benchtops, porcelain floors and black floor.

Blush & Burgundy

Rencraft Ltd

This bespoke kitchen is the perfect blend of subtle elements alongside statement design. While the irregular ceiling heights and central pillar could have posed a problem, the clever colour scheme serves to draw your eye away from these areas and focuses instead on the dramatic charcoal grey cabinetry with its bevelled door detail and knurled, polished brass handles. A bespoke bar area with built-in Miele wine cooler has been hand-painted in a rich, luxurious shade of purple. While the use of an antique mirror splashback in this area further enhances the luxurious feel of the design. Reeded glass has been used in the display cabinets both within the bar and also either side of the sink, which has been strategically positioned by the window to allow lovely views out to the garden. The whole kitchen has been finished with Corian worktops, beautifully moulded to provide a seamless wet area along with an unobtrusive splashback and extractor hood above the Miele Induction hob. Other appliances include a Miele oven stack with warming drawer, a Quooker and an American style fridge freezer. A run of full height cabinetry has been provided along one wall with a double door larder cupboard, open shelving and a secret door leading through to the bespoke utility. In the centre of the room the large, square shaped island has ample space for storage and seating. Here a softer shade of blush pink has been chosen to delicately contrast with the deeper tones throughout the rest of the room.

Premier Cabinet Solutions

Photo of a large contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Book Matched and Bold

Troico

his modern new build located in the heart of Burnaby received an entire millwork and countertop package of the utmost quality. The kitchen features book matched walnut, paired with white upper cabinets to add a touch of light in the kitchen. Miele appliances surround the cabinetry. The home’s front entrance has matching built in walnut book matched cabinetry that ties the kitchen in with the front entrance. Walnut built-in cabinetry in the basement showcase nicely as open sightlines in the basement and main floor allow for the matching cabinetry to been seen through the open staircase. Fun red and white high gloss acrylics pop in the modern, yet functional laundry room. This home is truly a work of art!

Peninsula Camp

Adirondack Design

John Griebsch
This is an example of a large country single-wall utility room in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtop and red cabinets.

Bathrooms

HBK Photography

HBK Photography shot for Emily Tucker Design
Design ideas for a small single-wall dedicated laundry room with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Home with Hidden Wine Room

Scott Gregory Designer Homes, Inc.

Laundry Room
Inspiration for a small traditional u-shaped utility room in Grand Rapids with red cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an utility sink, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops and ceramic floors.

Modern Farmhouse

McCall Design & Planning

Inspiration for a country single-wall utility room in Boise with a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop, shaker cabinets and red cabinets.

Gladwyne Colonial

SHOPHOUSE

Rachel McGinn Photography
Transitional dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and wallpaper.

Belle Meade Elegance

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Photographer is Steven Long, Designer is Terri Sears
Large traditional u-shaped utility room in Nashville with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Lake Port Custom Home

Galloway Family Homes

Large traditional u-shaped laundry room in Charleston with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Hardingwoods

Gregg Homebuilding Company

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped laundry room in Nashville with shaker cabinets, red cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Highland Park

Dresner Design | Chicago Custom Kitchens Cabinets

The combination Laundry Room/Office features Red gloss lacquer cabinets with aluminum edging by Stossa, Two washers, two dryers, and White Formica countertops with stainless edge 2 1/2” thick. There is a utility sink, built-in desk, under cabinet lighting and power strip, with stained concrete floors. Photo by Jim Tschetter

Prospect Lefferts Gardens Townhouse

Johann Grobler Architects

Amanda Kirkpatrick
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall laundry room in New York with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Home Remodel

Angela Francis Interiors, LLC

Angela Francis
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in St Louis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Red Cabinets 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.