In this renovation, the once-framed closed-in double-door closet in the laundry room was converted to a locker storage system with room for roll-out laundry basket drawer and a broom closet. The laundry soap is contained in the large drawer beside the washing machine. Behind the mirror, an oversized custom medicine cabinet houses small everyday items such as shoe polish, small tools, masks...etc. The off-white cabinetry and slate were existing. To blend in the off-white cabinetry, walnut accents were added with black hardware.

Classic Transformation

Knight Architects LLC

Mud room has a built in shelf above the desk for charging electronics. Slate floor. Cubbies for storage. Photography by Pete Weigley
Inspiration for a traditional galley utility room in New York with slate floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls and black benchtop.

Nashville Farmhouse

Phoebe Howard

Laurey Glenn
This is an example of a large country laundry room in Nashville with white cabinets, onyx benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, open cabinets, black benchtop, a drop-in sink and grey walls.

Total House Transformation

TailorCraft Builders, Inc.

Removed giant soaker tub from upstairs bathroom and transformed into a functional laundry room on the same floor as the bedrooms.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Baltimore with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

The Darby Lakes Home, Mudroom

The Creative Kitchen Company

This spacious laundry room/mudroom is conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Columbus with white cabinets, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor, black benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets and an undermount sink.

Mackinac 2

Southern Oak Custom Homes

Large laundry/utility room with lots of counter space for folding along with ample storage.
Inspiration for a transitional laundry room in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse-Upstate

Crisp Architects

Laundry room with subway tiles, concrete countertop, sink, and washer and dryer side by side. Photographer: Rob Karosis
Inspiration for a large country l-shaped utility room in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, black benchtop and an undermount sink.

Contemporary Custom Home in Bellaire, Texas

Purser Architectural

Custom Home Designed by Purser Architectural in Houston, TX. Gorgeously Built by Cason Graye Homes
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped utility room in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen and Laundry Room Remodel in Naperville, Illinois

Hyland Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Utility Room

EJ Bushell & Sons Ltd

Panelled Utility room with Bench for boots
Inspiration for a large traditional utility room in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Russian River Barn Home

Kadello & Larsen Architectural Designs

Mid-sized country single-wall utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, slate floors and black benchtop.

Overlook Model

Center Point Cabinets

Eudora Frameless Cabinetry in Alabaster. Decorative Hardware by Hardware Resources.
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Mudroom

Elkins Interiors

This small addition packs a punch with tons of storage and a functional laundry space. Shoe cubbies, fluted apron sink, and upholstered bench round out the stunning features that make laundry more enjoyable.

Featured Laundry Rooms

Featured Kitchen and Bath, Inc.

This is an example of a large arts and crafts l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, black floor and black benchtop.

Lujo y diseño

MTDI Arquitectura Interiorismo by Ismael Blázquez

Se trata de un espacio cómodo para el tratamiento de la colada doméstica. Un espacio con diseño que ofrece comodidad y estética. Todo el mobiliario se ha realizado con la misma calidad al resto de la vivienda: nogal americano. Diseñador: Ismael Blázquez.

Pineland

Studio 21 Interiors

Design ideas for a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, black floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Pineland

Studio 21 Interiors

Ten Mile Lake 1

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Large country galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Water Mill Refurbishment

Woodford Architecture and Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped laundry room in Devon with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, slate floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Contemporary Laundry Room

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Slate Floors and Black 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.