playful utility room, with pink cabinets and bright red handles
Design ideas for a small eclectic single-wall laundry room in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, white walls, cork floors, an integrated washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Серый, изумрудный и ягодный

ART BURO 365

This is an example of a small contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Moscow with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Cottage Classic

Woodways

A soft seafoam green is used in this Woodways laundry room. This helps to connect the cabinetry to the flooring as well as add a simple element of color into the more neutral space. A built in unit for the washer and dryer allows for basket storage below for easy transfer of laundry. A small counter at the end of the wall serves as an area for folding and hanging clothes when needed.

Gipps St

Orkney Group Limited

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Wellington with an undermount sink, turquoise cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, blue walls, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

A soft seafoam green is used in this Woodways laundry room. This helps to connect the cabinetry to the flooring as well as add a simple element of color into the more neutral space. A farmhouse sink is used and adds a classic warm farmhouse touch to the room. Undercabinet lighting helps to illuminate the task areas for better visibility

playful utility room, with pink cabinets and bright red handles looking through to the hall coats storage
Photo of a small eclectic single-wall laundry room in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, white walls, cork floors, an integrated washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Acton Family Home

Lomax & Chi

playful utility room, with pink cabinets and bright red handles
Small eclectic single-wall laundry room in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, white walls, cork floors, an integrated washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Blue Splashback and an Integrated 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.