Laundry Room Design Ideas with an Utility Sink

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

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.

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

Garden Party | Lake Oswego Whole House Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

The original laundry room relocated in this Lake Oswego home. The floor plan changed allowed us to expand the room to create more storage space.
Mid-sized scandinavian galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Modern Craftsman - Kitchen/Laundry Remodel, West Seattle, WA

Belltown Design LLC

At Belltown Design we love designing laundry rooms! It is the perfect challenge between aesthetics and functionality! When doing the laundry is a breeze, and the room feels bright and cheery, then we have done our job. Modern Craftsman - Kitchen/Laundry Remodel, West Seattle, WA. Photography by Paula McHugh and Robbie Liddane

Laundry Room Renovation

Argen Build

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Other with an utility sink, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry, Mudroom, Office

Winterthur Design Associates

Multipurpose Room in a small house Photography: Jeffrey Totaro
Expansive traditional utility room in Philadelphia with an utility sink, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, terra-cotta floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Traditional Laundry Room

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an utility sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Lauren Allyn Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Austin with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

B.C.D. Architectural Works

PHOTOS: MIKE GULLION
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Ravenswood Ground Floor Utility Room

Studio Fabbri

The compact and functional ground floor utility room and WC has been positioned where the original staircase used to be in the centre of the house. We kept to a paired down utilitarian style and palette when designing this practical space. A run of bespoke birch plywood full height cupboards for coats and shoes and a laundry cupboard with a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer. Tucked at the end is an enamel bucket sink and lots of open shelving storage. A simple white grid of tiles and the natural finish cork flooring which runs through out the house.

Crown Hill Basement Refresh

Jackson Design Build

Jackson Design Build | Photography: NW Architectural Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Seattle with an utility sink, wood benchtops, green walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and green floor.

Modern Ranch

kds design group

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in San Francisco with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Rural Wisconsin Lake Home

kelly2design

Laundry room adjacent to living room area and master suite
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Room

John Mast Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

L.H. Laundry Room (Ashburn, VA)

User

Laundry Room Cabinets with Tall Cabinet for laundry baskets and hanging area over sink.
Mid-sized single-wall dedicated laundry room with grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and ceramic floors.

Bright laundry room in the basement

Place ID

A dark, unfinished basement becomes a bright, fresh laundry room. The large industrial steel sink and faucet is a practical addition for messy clean ups - the home owner loves working on his bicycles in the adjoining work shop.

28th

Bowline Construction Inc.

Mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Organized laundry room

R-Value Homes

Cleanliness and organization are top priority for this large family laundry room/mudroom. Concrete floors can handle the worst the kids throw at it, while baskets allow separation of clothing depending on color and dirt level!

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with 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.