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Marmoleum flooring and a fun orange counter add a pop of color to this well-designed laundry room. Design and construction by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Professional photography by Sean Carter.

Ratoath Handpainted

Shalford Interiors

Taking inspiration from elements of both American and Belgian kitchen design, this custom crafted kitchen is a reflection of its owner’s personal taste. Rather than going for two contrasting colours, one sole shade has been selected in Helen Turkington Goat’s Beard to achieve a serene scheme, teamed with Calacatta marble work surfaces and splashback for a luxurious finish. Balancing form and function, practical storage solutions have been created to accommodate all kitchen essentials, with generous space dedicated to larder storage, integrated refrigeration and a concealed breakfast station in one tall run of beautifully crafted furniture.

Arts & Crafts Flat Remodel – Laundry Room Remodel (Golden Gate Heights)

Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.

Laundry room developed as part of flat remodel and reconfiguration.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Mountain Hideaway

Jensen Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and wood walls.

Utility / Cloakroom

Emma Downie Interiors

A challenging brief to combine a space saving downstairs cloakroom with a utility room whilst providing a home for concealed stacked appliances, storage and a large under counter sink. The space needed to be pleasant for guests using the toilet, so a white sink was chosen, brushed brass fittings, a composite white worktop, herringbone wall tiles, patterned floor tiles and ample hidden storage for cleaning products. Finishing touches include the round hanging mirror, framed photographs and oak display shelf.

Sophisticated Waterfront

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue splashback, mosaic tile splashback, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Urban Abode

Tempus Design Studio Pty Ltd

Liz Andrews
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Castle Pines Remodel

KE Interiors, Inc.

Who said a laundry room can't be beautiful! Make it a room you actually want to spend time in! Bold colors are tamed with beautiful, natural wood accents in this modern laundry/mud room.

Lingerie Passion

Lanef Passion

Une pièce indispensable souvent oubliée En complément de notre activité de cuisiniste, nous réalisons régulièrement des lingeries/ buanderies. Fonctionnelle et esthétique Venez découvrir dans notre showroom à Déville lès Rouen une lingerie/buanderie sur mesure. Nous avons conçu une implantation fonctionnelle : un plan de travail en inox avec évier soudé et mitigeur, des paniers à linges intégrés en sous-plan, un espace de rangement pour les produits ménagers et une penderie pour suspendre quelques vêtements en attente de repassage. Le lave-linge et le sèche-linge Miele sont superposés grâce au tiroir de rangement qui offre une tablette pour poser un panier afin de décharger le linge. L’armoire séchante d’Asko vient compléter notre lingerie, véritable atout méconnu.

Dickinson Estates

Welcome Home Design Group

Mid-sized modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Passive House in the Woods

InUnison Design, Inc.

- Interior Designer: InUnison Design, Inc. - Christine Frisk - Architect: TE Studio Ltd. - Tim Eian - Builder: Moore Construction Services
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Malvern: Renovation & Extension

First Avenue Homes

Walk in pantry, laundry, wine storage in Malvern renovation project
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped utility room in Melbourne with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

GreenHalo Builds

Inspiration for a small single-wall laundry cupboard in Minneapolis with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Industrial Rustic

XACT Interiors

Craft room , sewing, wrapping room and laundry folding multi purpose counter. Stained concrete floors.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Arts & Crafts Flat Remodel – Laundry Room Remodel (Golden Gate Heights)

Centoni Restoration & Development, Inc.

Laundry room developed as part of flat remodel and reconfiguration.
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

East Village Microapartments

Studioteka Design, LLC

Studioteka was asked to gut renovate a pair of apartments in two historic tenement buildings owned by a client as rental properties in the East Village. Though small in footprint at approximately 262 and 278 square feet, respectively, the units each boast well appointed kitchens complete with custom built shaker-style cabinetry and a full range of appliances including a dishwasher, 4 burner stove with oven, and a full height refrigerator with freezer, and bathrooms with stackable or combined washer/dryer units for busy downtown city dwellers. The shaker style cabinetry also has integrated finger pulls for the drawers and cabinet doors, and so requires no hardware. Our innovative client was a joy to work with, and numerous layouts and options were explored in arriving at the best possible use of the space. The angled wall in the smaller of the two units was a part of this collaborative process as it allowed us to be able to fit a stackable unit in the bathroom while ensuring that we also met ADA adaptable standards. New warm wooden flooring was installed in both units to complement the light, blond color of the cabinets which in turn contrast with the cooler stone countertop and gray wooden backsplash. The same wood for the backsplash is then used on the bathroom floor, where it provides a contrast with the simple, white subway tile, sleek silver hanging rods, and white plumbing fixtures.

Red Laundry Room

Chantelle McNeish Design

Laundry Room & Side Entrance
This is an example of a small transitional single-wall utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

The Woodlands- Hinsdale

Plain & Posh

This stunning home is a combination of the best of traditional styling with clean and modern design, creating a look that will be as fresh tomorrow as it is today. Traditional white painted cabinetry in the kitchen, combined with the slab backsplash, a simpler door style and crown moldings with straight lines add a sleek, non-fussy style. An architectural hood with polished brass accents and stainless steel appliances dress up this painted kitchen for upscale, contemporary appeal. The kitchen islands offers a notable color contrast with their rich, dark, gray finish. The stunning bar area is the entertaining hub of the home. The second bar allows the homeowners an area for their guests to hang out and keeps them out of the main work zone. The family room used to be shut off from the kitchen. Opening up the wall between the two rooms allows for the function of modern living. The room was full of built ins that were removed to give the clean esthetic the homeowners wanted. It was a joy to redesign the fireplace to give it the contemporary feel they longed for. Their used to be a large angled wall in the kitchen (the wall the double oven and refrigerator are on) by straightening that out, the homeowners gained better function in the kitchen as well as allowing for the first floor laundry to now double as a much needed mudroom room as well.

Snitch residence renovations

Ground Up Plumbing

New trough cabinet, floor to ceiling wall tiling and new quarter turn tapware
This is an example of a small eclectic single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Stacked 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.