Three apartments were combined to create this 7 room home in Manhattan's West Village for a young couple and their three small girls. A kids' wing boasts a colorful playroom, a butterfly-themed bedroom, and a bath. The parents' wing includes a home office for two (which also doubles as a guest room), two walk-in closets, a master bedroom & bath. A family room leads to a gracious living/dining room for formal entertaining. A large eat-in kitchen and laundry room complete the space. Integrated lighting, audio/video and electric shades make this a modern home in a classic pre-war building. Photography by Peter Kubilus

Prince St.

Rust Construction

This was a tight laundry room with custom cabinets.
Photo of a small traditional galley dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with white cabinets, glass benchtops, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and raised-panel cabinets.

Cambridge Basement Renovation

Kathy Marshall Design

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Laundry

GDP Interior Design

Timber look overheads and dark blue small glossy subway tiles vertically stacked. Single bowl laundry sink with a handy fold away hanging rail with black tapware

Ottimizzare lo spazio per creare un vano lavanderia

Fabbrica Italiana Ante Scorrevoli

ANTE IN VETRO LACCATO DIVISE IN 4 PORZIONI
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall dedicated laundry room in Florence with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Casita Laundry

Bighorn Custom Builders Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Roney Palace Penthouse

VISION_miami I DESIGN - BUILD - MAINTAIN

This laundry/bathroom is amazing. Our designer rocks.
Design ideas for a small laundry cupboard in Miami with glass benchtops, a stacked washer and dryer and white floor.

Mar Vista

PCI Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and blue floor.

Laundry

GDP Interior Design

Polished concrete floors, white cabinetry, Timber look overheads and dark blue small glossy subway tiles vertically stacked. Feature double barn doors with black hardware. Fold out table integrated into the joinery tucked away neatly. Single bowl laundry sink with a handy fold away hanging rail.

Mar Vista

PCI Builders

Mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and blue floor.

Mar Vista

PCI Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and blue floor.

Mar Vista

PCI Builders

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Glass Benchtops and a Stacked 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.