Photo of a transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bayview House

BuildHer Collective

The Bayview Laundry
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey floor and white benchtop.

The Mullet House

Susan Yeley Homes

This gem of a house was built in the 1950s, when its neighborhood undoubtedly felt remote. The university footprint has expanded in the 70 years since, however, and today this home sits on prime real estate—easy biking and reasonable walking distance to campus. When it went up for sale in 2017, it was largely unaltered. Our clients purchased it to renovate and resell, and while we all knew we'd need to add square footage to make it profitable, we also wanted to respect the neighborhood and the house’s own history. Swedes have a word that means “just the right amount”: lagom. It is a guiding philosophy for us at SYH, and especially applied in this renovation. Part of the soul of this house was about living in just the right amount of space. Super sizing wasn’t a thing in 1950s America. So, the solution emerged: keep the original rectangle, but add an L off the back. With no owner to design with and for, SYH created a layout to appeal to the masses. All public spaces are the back of the home--the new addition that extends into the property’s expansive backyard. A den and four smallish bedrooms are atypically located in the front of the house, in the original 1500 square feet. Lagom is behind that choice: conserve space in the rooms where you spend most of your time with your eyes shut. Put money and square footage toward the spaces in which you mostly have your eyes open. In the studio, we started calling this project the Mullet Ranch—business up front, party in the back. The front has a sleek but quiet effect, mimicking its original low-profile architecture street-side. It’s very Hoosier of us to keep appearances modest, we think. But get around to the back, and surprise! lofted ceilings and walls of windows. Gorgeous.

Philharmonic House of Design 2019

Pacific Coast Custom Design

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley utility room in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Signature Designs Kitchen | Bath | Interiors

We have all the information you need to remodel your laundry room! Make your washing area more functional and energy efficient. If you're currently planning your own laundry room remodel, here are 5 things to consider to make the renovation process easier. Make a list of must-haves. Find inspiration. Make a budget. Do you need to special order anything? It’s just a laundry room—don’t over stress yourself!

Leighanne's Residence

Leighanne LaMarre Interiors

Amanda Dumouchelle Photography
Country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

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Megan Crosbie Design

Photographer: Kerri Torrey
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Toronto with a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and beige benchtop.

Stunning South Pasadena Contemporary Home

Jamie's Kitchen & Bath

Our clients get to indulge in the epitome of convenience and style with the newly added laundry room, adorned with striking blue shaker cabinets and elegant gold handles. This thoughtfully designed space combines functionality and aesthetics seamlessly. Revel in ample built-in storage, providing a designated place for every laundry necessity. The inclusion of a laundry sink and stackable washer and dryer enhances efficiency, transforming this room into a haven of productivity. What sets it apart is its dual purpose – not only does it serve as a dedicated laundry space, but with exterior access, it effortlessly transitions into a practical mudroom. This new addition is the perfect blend of form and function in this inviting and well-appointed addition to the home.

Stunning and stylish renovation

Makings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms

Laundry with loads of clever storage solutions!
Small traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Traditional Laundry & Scullery

Grenfell & Peplow

We designed this bespoke traditional laundry for a client with a very long wish list! 1) Seperate laundry baskets for whites, darks, colours, bedding, dusters, and delicates/woolens. 2) Seperate baskets for clean washing for each family member. 3) Large washing machine and dryer. 4) Drying area. 5) Lots and LOTS of storage with a place for everything. 6) Everything that isn't pretty kept out of sight.

Ashfield - Laundry Renovation

Balnei & Colina

A gorgeous Hamptons style laundry complete with shaker doors and bespoke handles to complete the look. The laundry has plenty of storage and combined with added workspace via the island bench the new laundry layout. Photography: Urban Angles

Transitional Laundry Room

Photo of a transitional laundry room in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Allentown, Pa New Build Pennsylvania Custom Farmhouse and Barn

lisa furey interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls and white benchtop.

Dillard Whole Home

Framestead Enterprises, L.P.

Country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

名古屋市のM様邸

たかはし設計

This is an example of an asian galley utility room in Nagoya with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Heaven

Lux Interiors

This is an example of a small contemporary galley utility room in Perth with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Ivy Cottage - New Oak framed single storey extension

N&K Interiors

Inspiration for a small country single-wall dedicated laundry room in London with wood benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Candlewood Cottage Redux

At Home Design LLC

Mudroom converted to laundry room in this cottage home.
Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

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.

Balgowlah

All Things Building

Good looking and very functional family laundry. Great for muddy kids getting home from footy training! Loads of functional storage, large second fridge and blackboard with the family schedule

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Beige Benchtop and White 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.