Classic & Inviting Custom Home: Naperville, IL

Inspiration for a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Carlisle Century Home

Cranberry Hill Kitchens

A quiet laundry room with soft colours and natural hardwood flooring. This laundry room features light blue framed cabinetry, an apron fronted sink, a custom backsplash shape, and hooks for hanging linens.

Sherwood Mid Century Ranch

Northland Design & Build

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Heber, UT

Timber Creek Construction

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Stone Farmhouse Renovation

Jonathan Miller Architects

Mid-sized country galley utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lyders Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

This is an example of a large beach style galley laundry cupboard in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Sinlea Vibe

Etched Interiors

Design ideas for a large modern galley dedicated laundry room in Charleston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Willowpark Full Home Renovation

Kurmak Builders

Laundry Room and Flex Space
Contemporary laundry room in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Multi-Purpose Laundry & Mud Room

Boyce Design + Build

The large multi-purpose laundry and mud room is as stylish as it is functional with white quartz countertops, a polished brown ceramic tile backsplash and matte gray porcelain tile floor. Custom shaker cabinets boasts floor to ceiling storage with a cozy built in-window seat painted in Benjamin Moore’s Cloud Sky. Additional features include a side-by-side washer and dryer, full-size laundry sink with black under mount sink and matte black pull out spray faucet.

Party of Five

Hi-Luxe Interiors

Design ideas for a small transitional utility room in Denver with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and brown benchtop.

Angel Bay - Lake Travis

AE Interiors

This is an example of a large country u-shaped utility room in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured benchtop.

Redondo Beach - On the Avenues Part 2

Denton Developments

Amy Bartlam
This is an example of a beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Modern Model Home in Southlake

Providential Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Functionality

Cabinet Concepts by Design

This image showcases painted full overlay cabinetry with tons of custom storage spaces in a galley style laundry room. Full electric wardrobe lifts are utilized in the hanging sections for easy access to garments.

Magnolia-Inspired Farmhouse

Ashley J. Design

Laundry room with connection to hall and master closet.
Design ideas for a country laundry room in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and white benchtop.

Locust Creek

Leslie Cotter Interiors

Large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Louisville with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Rideout Residence

Steven Dailey Construction

Large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, quartzite benchtops and porcelain floors.

Party of Five

Hi-Luxe Interiors

Inspiration for a small transitional utility room in Denver with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and brown benchtop.

Dramatic Mudroom and Laundry Renovation

Corinthian Fine Homes

These homeowners came to us to design several areas of their home, including their mudroom and laundry. They were a growing family and needed a "landing" area as they entered their home, either from the garage but also asking for a new entrance from outside. We stole about 24 feet from their oversized garage to create a large mudroom/laundry area. Custom blue cabinets with a large "X" design on the doors of the lockers, a large farmhouse sink and a beautiful cement tile feature wall with floating shelves make this mudroom stylish and luxe. The laundry room now has a pocket door separating it from the mudroom, and houses the washer and dryer with a wood butcher block folding shelf. White tile backsplash and custom white and blue painted cabinetry takes this laundry to the next level. Both areas are stunning and have improved not only the aesthetic of the space, but also the function of what used to be an inefficient use of space.

Holmes Ave .Master bath, Laundry and Powder room

Plain & Posh

This master bath was dark and dated. Although a large space, the area felt small and obtrusive. By removing the columns and step up, widening the shower and creating a true toilet room I was able to give the homeowner a truly luxurious master retreat. (check out the before pictures at the end) The ceiling detail was the icing on the cake! It follows the angled wall of the shower and dressing table and makes the space seem so much larger than it is. The homeowners love their Nantucket roots and wanted this space to reflect that.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Blue Cabinets and White 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.