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.

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.

Colorful Laundry Room with Custom Cabinets & Yellow Door

Hive Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Los Angeles with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Mace River Ranch

Scott A. Whitmire Residential Designer

Photo of a country laundry room in Boise with an utility sink.

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.

Modern Remodel in Wynnewood, PA

Rudloff Custom Builders

Renovations made this house bright, open, and modern. In addition to installing white oak flooring, we opened up and brightened the living space by removing a wall between the kitchen and family room and added large windows to the kitchen. In the family room, we custom made the built-ins with a clean design and ample storage. In the family room, we custom-made the built-ins. We also custom made the laundry room cubbies, using shiplap that we painted light blue. Rudloff Custom Builders has won Best of Houzz for Customer Service in 2014, 2015 2016, 2017 and 2019. We also were voted Best of Design in 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 which only 2% of professionals receive. Rudloff Custom Builders has been featured on Houzz in their Kitchen of the Week, What to Know About Using Reclaimed Wood in the Kitchen as well as included in their Bathroom WorkBook article. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area. This business, like most others, developed from a friendship of young entrepreneurs who wanted to make a difference in their clients’ lives, one household at a time. This relationship between partners is much more than a friendship. Edward and Stephen Rudloff are brothers who have renovated and built custom homes together paying close attention to detail. They are carpenters by trade and understand concept and execution. Rudloff Custom Builders will provide services for you with the highest level of professionalism, quality, detail, punctuality and craftsmanship, every step of the way along our journey together. Specializing in residential construction allows us to connect with our clients early in the design phase to ensure that every detail is captured as you imagined. One stop shopping is essentially what you will receive with Rudloff Custom Builders from design of your project to the construction of your dreams, executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsmen. Our concept: envision our client’s ideas and make them a reality. Our mission: CREATING LIFETIME RELATIONSHIPS BUILT ON TRUST AND INTEGRITY. Photo Credit: Linda McManus Images

PORT MARGATE, Newport Beach, CA

Grace Blu Interior Design

Design ideas for a beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Basement Laundry Room Floor

Greatmats

"We looked for a long time to find the best tiles for our basement and found them at greatmats. Our house is from the early 1900’s and the undulating basement slab doesn’t have a vapor barrier below it, so we needed a tile that was flexible and water resistant. This tile was perfect and installed in minutes. We would recommend this product to everyone." - Michael https://www.greatmats.com/tiles/decking-tiles.php

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.

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, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, green floor and white walls.

Laundry Room with Custom Slide-out Drying Racks

Peggy Woodall - Closet Factory Senior Designer

Custom slide-out drying racks for sweaters and delicates, slide out of the way but allow for air circulation for drying. Peggy Woodall - designer
Mid-sized traditional galley laundry room in Other with an utility sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

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.

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.

Hartford | Renovation

The Bellepoint Company

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Columbus with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room – Coyote Song Model – Fall Parade 2014

Gonyea Custom Homes

Galley style laundry room with vintage laundry sink and work bench. Photography by Spacecrafting
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped laundry room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

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

Vintage Colonial Laundry Room in New England

Jennifer A. Emmer/Feng Shui Style

We Feng Shui'ed and designed this adorable vintage laundry room in a 1930s Colonial in Winchester, MA. The shiplap, vintage laundry sink and brick floor feel "New Englandy", but in a fresh way.

Landry Today or Naked Tomorrow

Tiffany Beachy Designs

After removing an old hairdresser's sink, this laundry was a blank slate. Needs; cleaning cabinet, utility sink, laundry sorting. Custom cabinets were made to fit the space including shelves for laundry baskets, a deep utility sink, and additional storage space underneath for cleaning supplies. The tall closet cabinet holds brooms, mop, and vacuums. A decorative shelf adds a place to hang dry clothes and an opportunity for a little extra light. A fun handmade sign was added to lighten the mood in an otherwise solely utilitarian space.

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

Custom dog wash

Espinal Architects, LLC

A dog wash was designed at the request of the veterinarian owner. The dog wash is part of the laundry room. The washer and dryer are located opposite the dog wash.

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.