Mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Deerfield

Modul Marble – Anaheim

Transitional u-shaped utility room in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Traditional Laundry Room

Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall utility room in New York with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, medium wood cabinets and brown walls.

Lake Catherine Home Renovation

TotalCare Orlando

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orlando with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Adams, WI Wisconsin Log Home

Pella Windows & Doors of Wisconsin

Designed & Built by Wisconsin Log Homes / Photos by KCJ Studios
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Race to the Finish: Laundry Room

Tamara Day Design

This is an example of a single-wall dedicated laundry room in Kansas City with open cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wallpaper.

Walnut Heaven

Quadrant Construction Ltd.

Ryan Patrick Kelly Photographs
Design ideas for an expansive transitional single-wall utility room in Edmonton with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchens & Cabinetry

French Creek Restorations

Photo of a mid-sized single-wall laundry room in Philadelphia with an utility sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, vinyl floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Project #2

Amish Cabinets of Texas

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Traditional Laundry Room

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall laundry room in New York with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, medium wood cabinets and brown walls.

Project #2

Amish Cabinets of Texas

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Marble Benchtops and Brown 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.