Mid-Century kitchen update in Pasadena, CA

The side by side washer and dryer was replaced with a stacking unit that was enclosed behind a door that matched the new kitchen cabinets. The original laundry room door to the central hall was closed up, creating a corner for the stack washer and dryer. JRY & Co.

Master Laundry Room Contemporary for Entertaining

Heritage Design Studio

Functional Utility Room, located just off the Dressing Room in the Master Suite allows quick access for the owners and a view of the private garden. Room size: 7'8" x 8' Ceiling height: 11'

Mudroom/Laundry Room

Closet Factory Chicago

Multi-Functional and beautiful Laundry/Mudroom. Functional space for vacuum, mops/brooms adjacent to the laundry. Storage for Hats, Gloves, Scarves, bags in the drawers and cabinets. Finally, a space for parents with hooks and space for shoes and coats.

Cottages off 5th

Lotus Construction, LLC.

Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen and First Floor Leesburg Remodel - Naperville

Redstart Construction, Inc.

Picture Perfect House
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, carpet, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

R|House Design Build

Part of the new addition was adding the laundry upstairs!
Design ideas for a large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

CAPE MAY CUSTOM KITCHEN

ABBA Systems International LLC

Attached Laundry Room with Rosa Ceramic Wainscoting, and pantry cupboard
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room

Valerie Grant Interiors

Clean and efficient laundry room with built in gray cabinets and stacking front loading washer and dryer. Photography by Peter Rymwid
Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Marietta Modern Farmhouse

Alan Clark Architects, LLC

Jeff Herr Photography
Photo of a country laundry room in Atlanta with open cabinets, blue cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Ambler Kitchen Mudroom and Entry

Harth Builders

Large transitional galley utility room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Linkwood - Harvey Reno

MMI Design

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and brown floor.

Little Holmby Mud Room

Lauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors

Nicole Leone
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Schrock Cabinets: Message Center

MasterBrand Cabinets

Design ideas for a large transitional utility room with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Envy! - DryAway

DryAway by Jilidoni Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

RichWOman Don't Clean

Widell + Boschetti

Madeline Tolle
Inspiration for a transitional single-wall laundry room in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Perch Lake Farmhouse

Fluidesign Studio

Mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and blue floor.

Project Roselawn

Sparrow Lane Interiors Inc.

Photo of a transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Sewing Room and Basement Remodel

Design Perspective Interior Design, LLC

I designed and assisted the homeowners with the materials, and finish choices for this project while working at Corvallis Custom Kitchens and Baths. Our client (and my former professor at OSU) wanted to have her basement finished. CCKB had competed a basement guest suite a few years prior and now it was time to finish the remaining space. She wanted an organized area with lots of storage for her fabrics and sewing supplies, as well as a large area to set up a table for cutting fabric and laying out patterns. The basement also needed to house all of their camping and seasonal gear, as well as a workshop area for her husband. The basement needed to have flooring that was not going to be damaged during the winters when the basement can become moist from rainfall. Out clients chose to have the cement floor painted with an epoxy material that would be easy to clean and impervious to water. An update to the laundry area included replacing the window and re-routing the piping. Additional shelving was added for more storage. Finally a walk-in closet was created to house our homeowners incredible vintage clothing collection away from any moisture. LED lighting was installed in the ceiling and used for the scones. Our drywall team did an amazing job boxing in and finishing the ceiling which had numerous obstacles hanging from it and kept the ceiling to a height that was comfortable for all who come into the basement. Our client is thrilled with the final project and has been enjoying her new sewing area.

Howell Residence

Design Actually, LLC

Ample storage and function were an important feature for the homeowner. Beth worked in unison with the contractor to design a custom hanging, pull-out system. The functional shelf glides out when needed, and stores neatly away when not in use. The contractor also installed a hanging rod above the washer and dryer. You can never have too much hanging space! Beth purchased mesh laundry baskets on wheels to alleviate the musty smell of dirty laundry, and a broom closet for cleaning items. There is even a cozy little nook for the family dog.

Sunroom, Laundry Room, and Office Addition

Balducci Additions & Remodeling

Landry room with side by site washer dryer and a pair of storage cabinets with hanging racks above
Small transitional dedicated laundry room in Richmond with an utility sink, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Blue Walls and Grey 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.