Christina Wedge Photography
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, cork floors and black benchtop.

Laundry room with Slatwall

Inspired Closets Baton Rouge

Slatwall, Laundry Room Created by Ultimate Closet Systems http://www.ultimateclosetsystems.com

Aging in Place, Gracefully:

Princeton Design Collaborative

Former Kitchen was converted to new Laundry / Mud room, removing the need for the client to travel to basement for laundry. Bench is perfect place to put shoes on with storage drawer below Photography by: Jeffrey E Tryon

Master Suite Wing

R. Craig Lord Construction Company, Inc.

Robert J. Laramie Photography
Inspiration for a traditional single-wall laundry room in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Gardener's Retreat

Lowell Custom Homes

Lowell Custom Homes, Lake Geneva, WI., This home has an open combination space for laundry, creative studio and mudroom. A sliding recessed door in the craftsman style and white painted cabinetry provide organization and storage for this highly functional workspace.

Midcentury Modern Home Remodel

User

Inspiration for a large midcentury dedicated laundry room in Other with blue walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, grey benchtop and cork floors.

MidCentury Modern Kingston extension

VC Design Architectural Services

Midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in London with a drop-in sink, white walls, cork floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Dramatic transformation to a Tudor kitchen in Glendale

MDB Design Group

The laundry room between the kitchen and powder room received new cabinets, washer and dryer, cork flooring, as well as the new lighting. JRY & Co.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, cork floors, white floor, beige walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

2018 River Road Show Home (now closed)

David Reid Homes (Waikato) Ltd

This internal laundry is spacious and modern, with extensive bench space and well placed appliances, that prevent unnecessary bending and maneuvering in order to complete your laundry tasks. Ample storage and excellent lighting, make this a really nice space.

Paliswood Drive

Brad-Mar Homes

Photo of a large galley utility room in Calgary with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mid-Century Modern Home brought into the 21st Century.

Patricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLC

Just off the Kitchen is the new Laundry/Mudroom/Pantry space. The custom cabinetry continues into this space, expanding the storage space for the Kitchen. The existing slump block walls add texture to the space.

Laundry Room

Richwood LTD

This is an example of a large country dedicated laundry room in Baltimore with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Sifton Boulevard Renovation

Morris Cooper Design Inc.

Zoon Photography
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Morristown Mid-Century

Gary Rosard Architect

The laundry room makes the most of a tight space and uses penny tile again, this time in blue.
Design ideas for a midcentury laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, blue walls, cork floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Phoenixville Kitchen Remodel

Pine Street Carpenters & The Kitchen Studio

John Welsh
Photo of a laundry room in Philadelphia with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, cork floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Riverview Condo

Haskell Interiors

This transitional laundry room starts with a cork floor underneath and provides plenty of storage and counterspace for folding and sorting clothes. The serpentine track system adds function while providing visual interest.

Sophisticated Glamour

Karla Billey Design Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in Edmonton with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry

Stark Mountain Woodworking

Vermont maple laundry room
Photo of a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Burlington with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Neuwald-Brooks Home

Isaman design, Inc.

Located in the Las Ventanas community of Arroyo Grande, this single family residence was designed and built for a couple who desired a contemporary home that fit into the natural landscape. The design solution features multiple decks, including a large rear deck that is cantilevered out from the house and nestled among the trees. Three corners of the house are mitered and built of glass, offering more views of the wooded lot. Organic materials bring warmth and texture to the space. A large natural stone “spine” wall runs from the front of the house through the main living space. Shower floors are clad in pebbles, which are both attractive and slipresistant. Mount Moriah stone, a type of quartzite, brings texture to the entry, kitchen and sunroom floors. The same stone was used for the front walkway and driveway, emphasizing the connection between indoor and outdoor spaces.

2014 Design House

Organized Design

Laundry Room done by Organized Design in the 2014 Charlottesville Design House. Collaboration with Peggy Woodall of The Closet Factory. Paint color: Benjamin Moore's Van Deusen Blue, Cork flooring was installed, cabinetry installed by Closet Factory, new Kohler Sink & Faucet and Bosch washer & dryer. New lighting & hardware were installed, a cedar storage closet, and a chalkboard paint wall added. Designed for multiple functions: laundry, storage, and work space for kids or adults.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Cork Floors and a Side-by-side Washer and Dryer

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.