Photo of a large traditional dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Warm & Cozy Mudroom/Laundry

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Inspiration for a large u-shaped utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop, light wood cabinets and decorative wall panelling.

Warm Contemporary Kitchen

Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer

Leaving the new lam-beam exposed added warmth and interest to the new laundry room. The simple pipe hanging rod and laminate countertops are stylish but unassuming.

Leura

Kitchen Envy - Custom Kitchens

This laundry runs directly next to the butlers pantry, and as it is finished in the same style, provides continuity to the space.
This is an example of a mid-sized galley utility room in Sydney with flat-panel cabinets, black splashback, stone slab splashback, beige cabinets, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Kitchen remodel

Goodworks Building Contractors

Modernization of kitchen.
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped utility room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured benchtop.

Adding Home Accents with Millwork

Roberts Residential Remodeling

Custom laundry room with hanging space and boot bench.
Large transitional galley utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Awendaw Retreat

St. Pierre Construction

Laundry room featuring tumbled porcelain tile in an off-set pattern, custom inset cabinetry, stackable washer & dryer, white farmhouse sink, leathered black countertops and brass fixtures

Warm & Cozy Mudroom/Laundry

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Warm Contemporary Kitchen

Design Moe Kitchen & Bath / Heather Moe designer

A new hallway through what was previously garage space leads to the newly accessible laundry room
Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Diego with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Beautiful Lodge Custom Home

Design Inspirations by Julie

Large traditional dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Black Splashback and Beige Walls

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.