Photo of a small traditional galley utility room in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, orange walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Buchanan Renovation

Ferguson Construction

This home renovation project included a complete gut and reorganization of the main floor, removal of large chimney stack in the middle of the dining room, bringing floors all to same level, moving doors, adding guest bath, master closet, corner fireplace and garage. The result is this beautiful, open, spacious main floor with new kitchen, dining room, living room, master bedroom, master bath, guest bath, laundry room and flooring throughout.

Homearama 2016

Debbie Sykes

Dawn Smith Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Cincinnati with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, an utility sink, granite benchtops, porcelain floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

South Bham Mod

Margeaux Interiors - Margaret Skinner

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, black walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wallpaper.

Atlanta Design & Build

Barbara Brown Photography

Laundry room and mudroom combination. Including tall pantry storage cabinets, bench and storage for coats.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley laundry room in Atlanta with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Metal farmhouse sink in family workshop/laundry room

Orren Pickell Building Group

This multipurpose space is both a laundry room and home office. We call it the "family workshop." Features a stainless steel farmhouse sink by Signature Hardware. Facuet is Brizo Talo single-handle pull down prep faucet with SmartTouchPlus technology in Venetian Bronze. Photo by Mike Kaskel.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home

Golden Hour Garden

Interiors by Herlong

Inspiration for a small mediterranean galley dedicated laundry room in Charleston with green cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, mosaic tile splashback, green walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

New Laundry Area

Homework Remodels - Tri-lite Builders

• Semi-custom textured laminate cabinetry with shaker-style doors • Laminate countertop with space to fold clothes, Blanco Silgranit sink, both are resistant to scratches, stains, and heat making them perfect for the laundry room. • Room serves as overflow kitchen storage area along with an additional refrigerator for our chef, always ready to entertain! • Complementary vinyl plank floors resemble the engineered flooring in the rest of the house with the added durability of vinyl.

Contemporary Ranch with a Pool

Duke Homes, Inc.

The clean white-on-white finishes of the home's kitchen are carried into the laundry room.
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

The Horizon

Pittenger Builders

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Street of Dreams - Lake Home New Build

D-Lux Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Omaha with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

2020 Parade of Homes "The Tree House

Interior Design Center

Craft Room
Modern u-shaped utility room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Interior Remodel

Kessler Construction LLC

Laundry room with side by side washer dryer.
Small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Jacksonville with quartz benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Shiner

BK Hudson Custom Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Atlanta Design & Build

Barbara Brown Photography

Multi-utility room incorporating laundry, mudroom and guest bath. Including tall pantry storage cabinets, bench and storage for coats. Pocket door separating laundry mudroom from kitchen. Utility sink with butcher block counter and sink cover lid.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ

User

Laundry Room work area. This sink from Kohler is wonderful. It's cast iron and it's called the Cape Dory. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Photo of a large country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, multi-coloured benchtop and planked wall panelling.

18005 Quarterhorse Lane

SCHROLL CABINETS

Large country single-wall laundry room in Denver with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Suite Style Master

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Through the master bath suite & the walk-in closet, you will find the master laundry. The perfect combination of storage, folding space & function. White painted maple cabinetry in a shaker style features a roll out trash & a pull out ironing board. Portraits by Mandi

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Brown Floor and Multi-Coloured 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.