Neal's Design Remodel
Design ideas for a transitional single-wall utility room in Cincinnati with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

Cranston Residence

Lush Interiors Inc.

Laundry room with vintage prints.
This is an example of a transitional single-wall laundry room in Calgary with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mille Lacs Lake Remodel & Addition

Vercon Inc.

Northway Construction
Photo of a large country galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls, linoleum floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Ballground Kitchen and mudroom

User

Photo of a large traditional galley utility room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Woodland Mud Room

HEI Design

Solving a cluttered laundry room problem with custom painted built-ins
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall utility room in Omaha with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry After

Twelve Stones Designs, LLC

Christopher Davison, AIA
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Austin with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

Yorba Linda, CA.

The Kitchen Design Center

Omega Cabinetry
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

New West Classic

Clay Construction Inc.

award winning builder, crown molding, luxurious, pendant light, white trim
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Chester Springs Kitchen & Laundry Remodel

K T Highland, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Philadelphia with white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets and a drop-in sink.

Laundry Room Renovation - Finished Product

MoJo Design Inc.

Photo by Naked Rain Creative
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped utility room in Edmonton with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Whole House Renovation

Michael Menn Ltd.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

Laundry & Mud Rooms

Closet & Storage Concepts - Franklin

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Nathan Homes English Farmhouse

Structur Design + Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley laundry cupboard in Omaha with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown walls, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Masculine Remodel

Folding Chair Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Baltimore with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Grandview Place

Grandscape Homes Ltd.

Photo of a large country u-shaped utility room in Calgary with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Second Floor Laundry Room – Maple Brook Model – Fall 2014 Parade of Homes

Gonyea Custom Homes

Convenient second-floor laundry room. Photography by Spacecrafting.
Photo of a large transitional galley laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Barkely Family Home

Hearthstone Inc

Although they were happy living in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Bill and Kay Barkley longed to call Prairie Oaks Ranch, their 5,000-acre working cattle ranch, home. Wanting to preserve what was already there, the Barkleys chose a Timberlake-style log home with similar design features such as square logs and dovetail notching. The Barkleys worked closely with Hearthstone and general contractor Harold Tucker to build their single-level, 4,848-square-foot home crafted of eastern white pine logs. But it is inside where Southern hospitality and log-home grandeur are taken to a new level of sophistication with it’s elaborate and eclectic mix of old and new. River rock fireplaces in the formal and informal living rooms, numerous head mounts and beautifully worn furniture add to the rural charm. One of the home's most unique features is the front door, which was salvaged from an old Irish castle. Kay discovered it at market in High Point, North Carolina. Weighing in at nearly 1,000 pounds, the door and its casing had to be set with eight-inch long steel bolts. The home is positioned so that the back screened porch overlooks the valley and one of the property's many lakes. When the sun sets, lighted fountains in the lake turn on, creating the perfect ending to any day. “I wanted our home to have contrast,” shares Kay. “So many log homes reflect a ski lodge or they have a country or a Southwestern theme; I wanted my home to have a mix of everything.” And surprisingly, it all comes together beautifully.

Laundry & Mud Rooms

Closet & Storage Concepts - Franklin

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Laundry Room

Great Rooms Building Group

Cynthia Lynn Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown walls, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Orchard Park 1st Floor

Creative Remodeling Services, LLC.

Photo of a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Recessed-panel Cabinets 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.