Laundry Room
Large contemporary utility room in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, brown cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Basement Remodel- NW DC

Monumental Contractors

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall utility room in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Caulfield South Project

User

Laundry with LED undermount lighting, built in cabinetry unto 3m high, concealed laundry chute and glass panel external door.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Bathroom

Architect Hewson

Jack Lovel Photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor, grey benchtop, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

k2 house

米田建築アトリエ一級建築士事務所

Small modern single-wall utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a concealed washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Laundry room renovation.

Joseph Kitchen & Bath

Kitchen and Laundry room renovation in Markham.
This is an example of a mid-sized laundry room in Toronto with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Ellis Fields – St Albans

Audus Kitchens

After finding their forever home, our clients came to us wanting a real showstopper kitchen that was open plan and perfect for their family and friends to socialise together in. They chose to go dark for a wow-factor finish, and we used the Nobilia Easy-touch in Graphite Black teamed with 350 stainless steel bar handles and a contrasting Vanilla concrete worktop supplied by our friends at Algarve granite. The kitchen was finished with staple appliances from Siemens, Blanco, Caple and Quooker, some of which featured in their matching utility.

Basement Remodel- NW DC

Monumental Contractors

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall utility room in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Julia Ave

Good Bones Design Build

Laundry Room
Inspiration for a large contemporary utility room in Sacramento with a single-bowl sink, brown cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Caulfield South Project

User

Laundry with LED undermount lighting, built in cabinetry unto 3m high, concealed laundry chute and glass panel external door.
Mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Single-bowl Sink and Concrete Benchtops

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.