This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in New York with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Westridge

Made To Order Woodworks LLC

Bedell Photography www.bedellphoto.smugmug.com
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Sundance Valley

Level Ground Enterprise, LLC

Jenn Cohen
This is an example of a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an utility sink, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beaded inset cabinets.

Windward Side Complete Renovation

R Clary Builders Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Hawaii with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Airy Modern Kitchen + Master Bath Transformation

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

Photo of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, pink walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and blue floor.

Goshen Estate

Celtic Custom Homes

This is an example of a large country u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Laundry and mud room with custom dog wash

Jennifer Ryan Design

The laundry room was created out of part of the clients office space and the new garage addition. Debbie Schwab Photography
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped utility room in Seattle with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow walls, linoleum floors and an utility sink.

Hood 10

Rayna Vogel Interior Design, LLC

Design ideas for a small country galley dedicated laundry room in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey benchtop and an utility sink.

Laundry Room - After

Realty Restoration, LLC

Christopher Davison, AIA
This is an example of a large modern galley utility room in Austin with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

Whole Home Renovation & Addition - Westwood, MA

J.P. Hoffman Design Build

With the large addition, we designed a 2nd floor laundry room at the start of the main suite. Located in between all the bedrooms and bathrooms, this room's function is a 10 out of 10. We added a sink and plenty of cabinet storage. Not seen is a closet on the other wall that holds the iron and other larger items.

Maple Grove Laundry

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

Stunning transitional modern laundry room remodel with new slate herringbone floor, white locker built-ins with characters of leather, and pops of black.

SE PDX Basement ADU

Right Arm Construction

Renovation of existing basement space as a completely separate ADU (accessory dwelling unit) registered with the City of Portland. Clients plan to use the new space for short term rentals and potentially a rental on Airbnb. Kuda Photography

Laundry

Spin Design

The sperate laundry room was integrated into the kitchen and the client loves having the laundry hidden behind cupboards. The door to the backyard allows are easy access to the washing line.

Baker Project

Finished Painting, LLC

This is an example of a large country galley laundry room in Cedar Rapids with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Providence Laundry Room

Mandy Key Interior Design

Basement laundry room in 1890's home renovated to bring in the light with neutral palette. We skirted the existing utility sink and added a butcher block counter to create a workspace. Vintage hardware and Dash & Albert rug complete the look.

MI Windows & Doors

Hayward Lumber

Design ideas for a country single-wall laundry room in Santa Barbara with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Traditional Laundry Room

Large traditional utility room in Grand Rapids with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige walls, marble floors and beige floor.

Exquisite Equestrian Ranch

Paulina Perrault Interiors

Joe Burull
Inspiration for a large country single-wall utility room in San Francisco with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white walls, porcelain floors and beige floor.

White & Bright Mudroom Organization

Closet Organizing Systems

The layout of this mudroom is long and narrow and divided in half by a doorway. A locker system with 5 individual cubbies, open shelving and drawers holds the families immediate outdoor wear accessories. The cabinets are finished in white melamine and include corner radius shelving, chrome hardware, square raised panel door fronts and large continuous crown molding. The opposite wall has the washer and dryer with cabinets for laundry essentials. There is also a closet for long hang items and mop/broom storage. Designed by Marcia Spinosa for Closet Organizing Systems

Chauvet

Nick Lee Architecture

Michelle Wilson Photography
Mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an utility sink, white cabinets, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, shaker cabinets, wood benchtops, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with an Utility Sink and White 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.