This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, white benchtop and a single-bowl sink.

Hyde Park Bathroom Refresh

The English Contractor & Remodeling Services

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Cincinnati with white walls, ceramic floors, grey floor, a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, an integrated washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Paul & Sandra's Laundry Room

Wow Great Place

This combination powder room and laundry room needed a facelift. Not quite a major renovation, but we changed the floor, the cabinetry, and added a wall of wood-look tile for interest. If your powder room is sharing space with the laundry, it may as well be a pretty place to go!

Custom Executive Walkout Bungalow

inSight Custom Homes

Inspiration for an expansive arts and crafts u-shaped utility room in Edmonton with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Buckinghamshire, Laundry Room

Touch Design Group

Photo of a modern galley utility room in London with a single-bowl sink, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and solid surface benchtops.

Kiawah Tuscan Villa

Buffington Homes South Carolina

Jim Somerset Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style l-shaped laundry room in Charleston with blue cabinets, louvered cabinets, beige walls, a single-bowl sink, limestone benchtops, limestone floors and beige benchtop.

Live Oak

Fiorella Design, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

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!

Hamptons inspired for contemporary Australia

Horizon Homes

Hamptons inspired with a contemporary Aussie twist, this five-bedroom home in Ryde was custom designed and built by Horizon Homes to the specifications of the owners, who wanted an extra wide hallway, media room, and upstairs and downstairs living areas. The ground floor living area flows through to the kitchen, generous butler's pantry and outdoor BBQ area overlooking the garden.

Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry

GMI Design Group

This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.

Unionville Colonial

Showhomes of the Main Line

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Nuuanu Residence I

Studio B Designs

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Hawaii with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Natural Laundry Room

Brilliant SA

Designed by Jordan Smith of Brilliant SA and built by the BSA team. Copyright Brilliant SA
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, flat-panel cabinets, grey floor and white benchtop.

Wil Rose - Whole Home Remodel

Anderson & Rodgers Construction

Photo of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Modern & Functional

Cabinet Concepts by Design

This is an example of a large contemporary dedicated laundry room in Other with a side-by-side washer and dryer, a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls and grey benchtop.

Lucero

Supple Homes, Inc

Inspiration for a transitional laundry room in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Flawless Fitch Mountain

Zeitgeist Sonoma

This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, black benchtop and wood.

Custom Luxury Lake House

Bonacio Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Naperville New Construction

Picture Perfect House

Country laundry room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, grey walls, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Nautical Nantucket

Boyer Building Corporation

Photo Credit: Red Pine Photography
Inspiration for a large beach style utility room in Minneapolis with quartz benchtops, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, multi-coloured walls, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Single-bowl Sink

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.