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.

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

SF Twin Peaks Penthouse

Matt Sanford Homes

Jeff Rumans
Small modern dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and brown floor.

Laundry with Hall Tree

Westpoint Homes

6400 NW 155th St., Edmond, OK | Deer Creek Village
Mid-sized transitional galley laundry room in Oklahoma City with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

The Treehouse

Jenkins Custom Homes

Tre Dunham
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Hillside Hideaway : Mudroom Laundry Room

Sarah Barnard Design LLC

Here we see the storage of the washer, dryer, and laundry behind the custom-made wooden screens. The laundry storage area features a black matte metal garment hanging rod above Ash cabinetry topped with polished terrazzo that features an array of grey and multi-tonal pinks and carries up to the back of the wall. The wall sconce features a hand-blown glass globe, cut and polished to resemble a precious stone or crystal.

Takapuna Reflecting Nostalgia Full Interior

Du Bois Design Ltd

Laundry with concealed washer and dryer behind doors one could think this was a butlers pantry instead. Open shelving to give a lived in personal look.

The Grove House

Kathryn Murphy Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Storage Galore

Parker & Company

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room with Cubbies

Amazing Space: Custom Closets and More

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Blanchard | Laundry, Bar & Pantry Renovation

Phase One Design

Hidden washer and dryer in open laundry room.
Design ideas for a small transitional galley utility room in Other with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, metallic splashback, mirror splashback, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Caulfield House

Taylor Knights

European Laundry
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley utility room in Melbourne with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Vancouver Whole Home Renovation Spring 2016

Kemp Construction

Large, bright laundry area with side window and lots of cabinet space Design - Sarah Gallop Design Inc. Paul Grdina Photography
Small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, quartz benchtops and brown floor.

Transitional Laundry Room

Small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a drop-in sink, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Noel Burney@Closet Factory South Carolina

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional utility room in Other with white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer and brown floor.

Larchmont Mud/ Laundry Room

Debra Kling Colour Consultant

Laundry/ Mud Room Combination in a busy Colonial home.
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in New York with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Hamptons kitchen with combined butlers pantry and laundry

Makings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms

Combined butlers pantry and laundry opening to kitchen
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped utility room in Brisbane with shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop, a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, white walls and a stacked washer and dryer.

Farmville Cottage

Holland Homes LLC

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Hampton, MD - Classic Whole House Remodel

Stephanie Gamble Interiors

Custom Laundry Room - Blue cabinets, Newport Brass East Linear faucet, with clean quartzite countertops - Jennifer Hughes Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Baltimore with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Brown Floor

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.