Laundry with Avignon Walnut Laminex benchtop

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped utility room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

New Construction, Oceanside

Spaces Renewed

Farmhouse inspired laundry room, made complete with a gorgeous, pattern cement floor tile!
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Diego with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors and multi-coloured floor.

ADA Compliant Home in Tualatin, OR

True Life Design Co

Large country single-wall utility room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, timber splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Flower Mound Transitional Modern

Urbanology Designs

This is an example of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white walls, beige benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

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Rasmussen / Su Architects

Design ideas for a transitional laundry room in Philadelphia with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

North San Antonio Kitchen & Laundry Remodel

Haven Design and Construction

Matthew Niemann Photography
Photo of a transitional galley laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Chestnut Hill

J. Stewart Designs

This is an example of a country u-shaped utility room in Jackson with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room - Kintyre Model - 2014 Spring Parade of Homes

Gonyea Custom Homes

Photography by Spacecrafting. Upstairs laundry room with side by side front loading washer and dryer. Wood counter tops and gray cabinets. Stone-like square tiles.

Red, White, and Blue

Petoskey Kitchen and Bath - Designs By Dawn

Phoenix Photographic
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Other with blue cabinets, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, beige benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Laundry Room

Hendel Homes

Hamptons Willow Residence Residential design: Peter Eskuche, AIA, Eskuche Associates General Contracter, Building Selections: Rick and Amy Hendel, Hendel Homes Interior Design, furnishings: Kate Regan, The Sitting Room Photographer: Landmark Photography

St Paul Home Addition 2021

Titus Contracting

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall laundry room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Hansler Heights Bayfield Model

Kenmore Homes

Beautiful Laundry Room/Mud Room off the garage entrance features shiplap walls and white cabinetry.
Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, a drop-in sink and recessed-panel cabinets.

Wilkins Custom Home

Alair Homes Bradford

This beautiful, modern farm style custom home was elevated into a sophisticated design with layers of warm whites, panelled walls, t&g ceilings and natural granite stone. It's built on top of an escarpment designed with large windows that has a spectacular view from every angle. There are so many custom details that make this home so special. From the custom front entry mahogany door, white oak sliding doors, antiqued pocket doors, herringbone slate floors, a dog shower, to the specially designed room to store their firewood for their 20-foot high custom stone fireplace. Other added bonus features include the four-season room with a cathedral wood panelled ceiling, large windows on every side to take in the breaking views, and a 1600 sqft fully finished detached heated garage.

Kristen's Laundry Room

Grassroots Design

JVL Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Ottawa with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Classic Clean Line Ranch Home in Rolling Hills Estates

Pritzkat & Johnson Architects

Peter McMenamin
Photo of a mid-sized traditional dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Mud/Laundry Room

Crisp Architects

Rob Karosis
This is an example of a mid-sized country utility room in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, a drop-in sink and grey walls.

French County Estates

Absolute Design

Kingsburg, CA
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, quartz benchtops, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry

JWH Design and Cabinetry LLC

The shiplap walls ties together the tricky architectural angles in the room. 2-level countertops, above the sink and the washer/dryer units provides plenty of folding surface. The ceramic tile pattern is a fun and practical alternative to cement tile.

Shoreline Drive

LORI HANDBERG / Studio M Interiors, Plymouth, MN.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Laurel Lane

West Construction & Development Co., Inc.

Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, beige benchtop and white walls.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Side-by-side Washer and Dryer and Beige Benchtop

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.