Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, quartzite benchtops and porcelain floors.

Woodland Renovation

Deborah Leamann

This laundry has the same stone flooring as the mudroom connecting the two spaces visually. While the wallpaper and matching fabric also tie into the mudroom area. Raised washer and dryer make use easy breezy. A Kohler sink with pull down faucet from Newport brass make doing laundry a fun task.

GOKE | Basement & Bathroom Remodel

Ke Design Collective Inc.

This is an example of a large scandinavian galley laundry room in Toronto with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

TCD 2021 Fall Showcase

TCD Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Maple Grove Laundry

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

The finished project! The white built-in locker system with a floor to ceiling cabinet for added storage. Black herringbone slate floor, and wood countertop for easy folding.

Transitional Tomball

Morning Star Builders LTD

Dog friendly laundry room, sliding pocket door to keep pets safe, raised dog washing sink,
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Duplex urbano

MOLINS DESIGN

Jordi Miralles
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Barcelona with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Modern Brownstone

Alison Interiors

Photo of a transitional galley laundry room in San Diego with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Blessings Golf Course Home

Celtic Custom Homes

Mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and shaker cabinets.

Love Residence - Denver, CO

Stuga

David Lauer
Inspiration for a country galley dedicated laundry room in Denver with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and grey walls.

Custom Atlanta Home

Vincent Longo Custom Builders

Large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an utility sink, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

My Work

Kalma Custom Woodworks inc

Mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, limestone floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Chestnut Hill Residence

MANDARINA STUDIO interior design

Photography: Ben Gebo
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional utility room in Boston with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry and mud room with custom dog wash

Jennifer Ryan Design

The dog wash has pull out steps so large dogs can get in the tub without the owners having to lift them. The dog wash also is used as the laundry's deep sink. Debbie Schwab Photography

The Johnson-Thompson House

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

The new laundry room on the ground floor services the family of seven. Beige paint, white cabinets, two side by side units, and a large utility sink help get the job done. Wide plank pine flooring continues from the kitchen into the space. The space is made more feminine with red painted chevron wallpaper. Eric Roth

Loomis Industrial Eclectic

Nar Design Group

Our carpenters labored every detail from chainsaws to the finest of chisels and brad nails to achieve this eclectic industrial design. This project was not about just putting two things together, it was about coming up with the best solutions to accomplish the overall vision. A true meeting of the minds was required around every turn to achieve "rough" in its most luxurious state. PhotographerLink

Farmhouse Laundry Room

Mid-sized country galley utility room in Sacramento with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

dogs dream

Artistic Renovations of Ohio LLC

this dog wash is a great place to clean up your pets and give them the spa treatment they deserve. There is even an area to relax for your pet under the counter in the padded cabinet.

Custom River House

Selle Valley Construction, Inc.

This laundry room is fully functional with it's fold-down hanging drying rack and pull out laundry cabinets. The cabinets are custom-made in alder with louvered doors by a local wood worker. The sliding barn door is made entirely from reclaimed wood in a patchwork pattern by local artist, Rob Payne. Side-by-side washer and dryer sit underneath a linen Caesarstone quartz countertop. The floor is 2'x3' tiles of Pennsylvania Bluestone. Wall color is palladian blue by Benjamin Moore. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier

Basement Laundry Room

FBC Remodel

©Finished Basement Company Full laundry room with utility sink and storage
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with an Integrated Sink and an Utility 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.