Photography by Michael J. Lee
Photo of a mid-sized beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Atomic Ranch Midcentury Modern Project House: Laundry Room

Breathe Design Studio

Our Austin studio decided to go bold with this project by ensuring that each space had a unique identity in the Mid-Century Modern style bathroom, butler's pantry, and mudroom. We covered the bathroom walls and flooring with stylish beige and yellow tile that was cleverly installed to look like two different patterns. The mint cabinet and pink vanity reflect the mid-century color palette. The stylish knobs and fittings add an extra splash of fun to the bathroom. The butler's pantry is located right behind the kitchen and serves multiple functions like storage, a study area, and a bar. We went with a moody blue color for the cabinets and included a raw wood open shelf to give depth and warmth to the space. We went with some gorgeous artistic tiles that create a bold, intriguing look in the space. In the mudroom, we used siding materials to create a shiplap effect to create warmth and texture – a homage to the classic Mid-Century Modern design. We used the same blue from the butler's pantry to create a cohesive effect. The large mint cabinets add a lighter touch to the space. --- Project designed by the Atomic Ranch featured modern designers at Breathe Design Studio. From their Austin design studio, they serve an eclectic and accomplished nationwide clientele including in Palm Springs, LA, and the San Francisco Bay Area. For more about Breathe Design Studio, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/-atomic-ranch-1

Classic & Inviting Custom Home: Naperville, IL

Charleston Building and Development

Inspiration for a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Brunswick West House

Elizabeth Schiavello Photography

Mid-sized eclectic galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with ceramic splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, blue floor and wallpaper.

Rose Ave

South Bay Green

Bright and Simple Laundry Room, remodeled for a more organized space. Simple white subway backsplash is neutral, so we added color to the floor with these fun penny tiles. Great storage and added counter tops space for folding and organizing.

Rancho Santa Fe Refresh - Master Bathroom and Laundry

Tracy Berman Interiors

The laundry room was refreshed with a unique hexagon penny tile backsplash and an oil-rubbed bronze fixture. To keep the Spanish feel we included a fun floor tile design that plays up with the blue from the washing machine set.

Knoll - Farmhouse Laundry Room

In the Deets

Farmhouse style laundry room featuring navy patterned Cement Tile flooring, custom white overlay cabinets, brass cabinet hardware, farmhouse sink, and wall mounted faucet.

Not a Modern Farmhouse

Reynolds Architecture- Design & Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Carlisle Lane

Atwood Custom Homes

Design ideas for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

1204 La Mesa

3rd Street Custom Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Cherry Hills Transitional

Element Custom Builders

This is an example of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and blue floor.

Blue and White Mud Room/Laundry Room

Cabinet-S-Top

In this laundry room, Medallion Providence Reverse Raised with Chai Latte Classic Painted Finish with Cambria Portrush quartz countertops. The backsplash is Emser 3x8 Passion Gloss Azul Tile and the tile on the floor is Emser 9x9 Design Mural Tile. The hardware on the cabinets is Top Knobs Hillmont pull in flat black.

New Traditional

LMOH Home

The classics never go out of style, as is the case with this custom new build that was interior designed from the blueprint stages with enduring longevity in mind. An eye for scale is key with these expansive spaces calling for proper proportions, intentional details, liveable luxe materials and a melding of functional design with timeless aesthetics. The result is cozy, welcoming and balanced grandeur. | Photography Joshua Caldwell

Contemporary New Custom Home in Los Altos

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Large contemporary u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor, blue benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room Remodel and Addition in Dallas, TX

Blackline Renovations

The homeowner was used to functioning with a stacked washer and dryer. As part of the primary suite addition and kitchen remodel, we relocated the laundry utilities. The new side-by-side configuration was optimal to create a large folding space for the homeowner. Now, function and beauty are found in the new laundry room. A neutral black countertop was designed over the washer and dryer, providing a durable folding space. A full-height linen cabinet is utilized for broom/vacuum storage. The hand-painted decorative tile backsplash provides a beautiful focal point while also providing waterproofing for the drip-dry hanging rod. Bright brushed brass hardware pop against the blues used in the space.

Beverly | 2018

Coats Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, blue floor, white benchtop, solid surface benchtops and ceramic floors.

Red, White and Blue Laundry

L & L Home Restoration, LLC

This laundry room was full of stuff with not enough storage. Wire racks were removed from above the machines and custom built cabinets were installed. These are painted Naval by Sherwin-Williams. The folding table was built and stained to the client's choice of color, Mahogany and we incorporated new open shelves in the same style that will feature their barware over the to-be-installed kegerator.

Boca Dreamy Oasis

Nikki Levy Interiors

Laundry heaven! A place for everything and everything in its place
Large contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

1960's Tri-Level Ranch

Lacy Keller Interiors

HomeStar Video Tours
Photo of a small midcentury galley utility room in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, blue floor and grey benchtop.

Lot 11 Renovare

Solitude Homes

Mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Boise with grey walls, ceramic floors and blue floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Ceramic Floors and Blue 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.