The laundry can be glimpsed from the outdoor pizza oven area. The close proximity provides the benefits of an outdoor kitchen (sink and extra benchspace) without the expense of additional plumbing.

Chanhassen Lake Charmer

Boyer Building Corporation

This multi-use room gets a lot of action...off of the garage, this space has laundry, mudroom storage and dog wash all in one!
Photo of a mid-sized beach style single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Forest Retreat

ALTER Design Studio

The homeowners requested more storage and a place to fold in their reconfigured laundry room.
Inspiration for a small scandinavian single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, vinyl floors, brown floor, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Laundry Room stacked washer dryer

Studio 76 Kitchens and Baths

An existing laundry area and an existing office, which had become a “catch all” space, were combined with the goal of creating a beautiful, functional, larger mudroom / laundry room! Several concepts were considered, but this design best met the client’s needs. Finishes and textures complete the design providing the room with warmth and character. The dark grey adds contrast to the natural wood-tile plank floor and coordinate with the wood shelves and bench. A beautiful semi-flush decorative ceiling light fixture with a gold finish was added to coordinate with the cabinet hardware and faucet. A simple square undulated backsplash tile and white countertop lighten the space. All were brought together with a unifying wallcovering. The result is a bright, updated, beautiful and spacious room that is inviting and extremely functional.

Beautiful New Open Floor Plan Kitchen/Dining/Living

Skydell Contracting Inc.

Large modern galley laundry room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, laminate floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Contemporary Convergence

Nar Design Group

A combination of quarter sawn white oak material with kerf cuts creates harmony between the cabinets and the warm, modern architecture of the home. We mirrored the waterfall of the island to the base cabinets on the range wall. This project was unique because the client wanted the same kitchen layout as their previous home but updated with modern lines to fit the architecture. Floating shelves were swapped out for an open tile wall, and we added a double access countertwall cabinet to the right of the range for additional storage. This cabinet has hidden front access storage using an intentionally placed kerf cut and modern handleless design. The kerf cut material at the knee space of the island is extended to the sides, emphasizing a sense of depth. The palette is neutral with warm woods, dark stain, light surfaces, and the pearlescent tone of the backsplash; giving the client’s art collection a beautiful neutral backdrop to be celebrated. For the laundry we chose a micro shaker style cabinet door for a clean, transitional design. A folding surface over the washer and dryer as well as an intentional space for a dog bed create a space as functional as it is lovely. The color of the wall picks up on the tones of the beautiful marble tile floor and an art wall finishes out the space. In the master bath warm taupe tones of the wall tile play off the warm tones of the textured laminate cabinets. A tiled base supports the vanity creating a floating feel while also providing accessibility as well as ease of cleaning. An entry coat closet designed to feel like a furniture piece in the entry flows harmoniously with the warm taupe finishes of the brick on the exterior of the home. We also brought the kerf cut of the kitchen in and used a modern handleless design. The mudroom provides storage for coats with clothing rods as well as open cubbies for a quick and easy space to drop shoes. Warm taupe was brought in from the entry and paired with the micro shaker of the laundry. In the guest bath we combined the kerf cut of the kitchen and entry in a stained maple to play off the tones of the shower tile and dynamic Patagonia granite countertops.

Laundry Room

Lenton Company, Inc.

Removing the wall between the old kitchen and great room allowed room for two islands, work flow and storage. A beverage center and banquet seating was added to the breakfast nook. The laundry/mud room matches the new kitchen and includes a step in pantry.

A Contemporary Kitchen Renovation in Malvern

Tennille Joy Interiors

Photo of a contemporary u-shaped laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Coburg Frieze

Mihaly Slocombe

Coburg Frieze is a purified design that questions what’s really needed. The interwar property was transformed into a long-term family home that celebrates lifestyle and connection to the owners’ much-loved garden. Prioritising quality over quantity, the crafted extension adds just 25sqm of meticulously considered space to our clients’ home, honouring Dieter Rams’ enduring philosophy of “less, but better”. We reprogrammed the original floorplan to marry each room with its best functional match – allowing an enhanced flow of the home, while liberating budget for the extension’s shared spaces. Though modestly proportioned, the new communal areas are smoothly functional, rich in materiality, and tailored to our clients’ passions. Shielding the house’s rear from harsh western sun, a covered deck creates a protected threshold space to encourage outdoor play and interaction with the garden. This charming home is big on the little things; creating considered spaces that have a positive effect on daily life.

Okotoks Whole Home Renovation

The Home Design Co.

This whole home renovation was designed to create a cozy and warm space. With rich colours and an open concept floor plan - this home is the perfect oasis.

Modern Farmhouse - Renton

ID by Gwen

Photo of a large country u-shaped utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Riverbend Guest House

Jarrett Design

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Integrated laundry with bi-fold doors

Improva

This is an example of a small beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Bloomfield Hills Traditional First Floor Remodel

Renovation By Design LLC

Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Spacious Oakland Mediterranean Kitchen

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Mike Kaskel Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean galley laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Mudroom storage

Studio 76 Kitchens and Baths

Laundry Room w/ Custom Wood Countertops, Tile Backsplash, Phone Charging Station

Cabinet-S-Top

We updated this laundry room by installing Medallion Silverline Jackson Flat Panel cabinets in white icing color. The countertops are a custom Natural Black Walnut wood top with a Mockett charging station and a Porter single basin farmhouse sink and Moen Arbor high arc faucet. The backsplash is Ice White Wow Subway Tile. The floor is Durango Tumbled tile.

Modern Farmhouse

McCall Design & Planning

Inspiration for a country single-wall utility room in Boise with a drop-in sink, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop, shaker cabinets and red cabinets.

Traditional on the Peninsula

Provoke Design

Fresh, clean and plenty of storage in the new design.
Mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey 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.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Ceramic Splashback and 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.