Before we started this dream laundry room was a draughty lean-to with all sorts of heating and plumbing on show. Now all of that is stylishly housed but still easily accessible and surrounded by storage. Contemporary, charcoal wood grain and knurled brass handles give these shaker doors a cool, modern edge.

French Provincial Home

BayWorks Construction, Inc.

Dennis Mayer Photography
This is an example of a traditional laundry room in San Francisco with black cabinets, a farmhouse sink, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Grand Drive

Design Squared Architects

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary dedicated laundry room in London with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, grey floor and black cabinets.

Ossie Lodge

Baratto Brothers Construction

Mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Transitional Laundry Room

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Pool Party

Change Your Bathroom©

Custom black cabinetry with folding table and custom pocket doors.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Saddle Ridge Home

Celtic Custom Homes

Huge laundry room with tons of storage. Custom tile walls, sink, hampers, and built in ironing board.
Photo of an expansive modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Associated Builders

This is an example of a large modern l-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Whole House Transformation in Alpharetta, Georgia

Creative Cabinets and Fine Finishes, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, stone tile splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, green floor and beige benchtop.

Inglewood

Aspire Homes & Renovations

Design ideas for a contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Perth with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Mudroom

Pomegranate Cabinetry

Bob Gundu
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped laundry room with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and black cabinets.

Addition + Renovation in Yardley

Milex Residential

This is an example of a large transitional utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets and black cabinets.

Mud Room Reinvented

CG&S Design-Build

Tommy Kile 2014
Inspiration for a transitional laundry room in Austin with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Weston Manor

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

Mid-sized country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Boston with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room / Mudroom

Kelle Dame Interiors

The home's former kitchen turned into a laundry room/mudroom.
This is an example of a traditional galley utility room in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Backcountry Farmhouse

Norwood Architects

Laundry Room and Beverage
Photo of a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, red splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Noir Wash

Blanc & Noir Interiors

This Noir Wash Cabinetry features a stunning black finish with elegant gold accents, bringing a timeless style to your space. Provided by Blanc & Noir Interiors, the superior craftsmanship of this updated laundry room is built to last. The classic features allow you to enjoy this luxurious look for years to come. Bold cabinetry is a perfect way to bring personality and allure to any space. We are loving the statement this dark stain makes against a crispy white wall!

Modern Farmhouse Spec Home

Todd Creative Design

Photo of a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey benchtop and panelled walls.

DORVAL BATHROOMS

HB DESIGN INC

-WORKMAN CONSTRUCTION-
Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Montreal with a farmhouse sink, quartz benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets and beige floor.

Whole House Transformation in Alpharetta, Georgia

Creative Cabinets and Fine Finishes, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, stone tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, green floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Farmhouse Sink and Black Cabinets

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.