Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Ironwood

Alair Homes - Salt Lake

This is an example of a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Steel Roots Home Decor

Design ideas for a small galley dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Refreshingly Rustic

Adalay Interiors

Showplace Wood Products
Country laundry room in Tampa with recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink and distressed cabinets.

Gorgeous Traditional Kitchen Renovation in Berryville, VA

Abbey Design + Remodel

Complete kitchen area renovation including a laundry closet and powder room.
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped laundry room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback and porcelain floors.

Oak Mountain Remodel

User

Cross Country Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen Gatherings

Geneva Cabinet Company, LLC

https://genevacabinet.com - Lake Geneva, WI - kitchen and bath design with gatherings in mind. Large center island is highly functional with drawer microwave, dishwasher and farmhouse sink.

Pelican Hills Remodel

Built-In Style

Face framed construction with traditional raised panel doors. Blind corner pullouts with built-in washing machine and dryer surround.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, an integrated washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

ArrowCreek Custom 9

Tanamera Construction / TC Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Whychus Creek in Sisters, Oregon

Norman Building & Design

The home's combination laundry and mudroom.
Mid-sized country utility room in Other with an undermount sink, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Island Cottage

St. Pierre Construction

Laundry room featuring tumbled limestone flooring, custom inset shaker cabinetry with antique pewter hardware and black granite countertops.
Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Charleston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Living Spaces

Granite Worx/Graniteworx

Alaska White granite adds to the tasteful elegance of this laundry space.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Calgary with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, raised-panel cabinets and distressed cabinets.

White Concrete Reproduction & Arizona Pine Reproduction

Kutchenhaus Cardiff

Photo of a small modern l-shaped utility room in Cardiff with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry, Bath, and Mudroom Delight - Ottsville, PA

Lang's Kitchen & Bath

This multipurpose space effectively combines a laundry room, mudroom, and bathroom into one cohesive design. The laundry space includes an undercounter washer and dryer, and the bathroom incorporates an angled shower, heated floor, and furniture style distressed cabinetry. Design details like the custom made barnwood door, Uttermost mirror, and Top Knobs hardware elevate this design to create a space that is both useful and attractive.

Mud Room and Laundry

Kitchen Traditions of Colorado

Photo of a large traditional dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Oakbrook Mudroom Laundry Room

Plain & Posh

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey walls.

Compact bath/laundry

EA Custom Millwork

This compact bathroom and laundry has all the amenities of a much larger space in a 5'-3" x 8'-6" footprint. We removed the 1980's bath and laundry, rebuilt the sagging structure, and reworked ventilation, electric and plumbing. The shower couldn't be smaller than 30" wide, and the 24" Miele washer and dryer required 28". The wall dividing shower and machines is solid plywood with tile and wall paneling. Schluter system electric radiant heat and black octogon tile completed the floor. We worked closely with the homeowner, refining selections and coming up with several contingencies due to lead times and space constraints.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with an Undermount Sink and Distressed Cabinets

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.