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.

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.

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.

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.

Watermark Cape Cod Showhome 3

Wolf Custom Homes Ltd.

This expansive laundry room with movable island, granite countertops and cork flooring also doubles as a craft room.
Traditional utility room in Calgary with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Residential Interiors

Shelving in the alcove, wall cabinet and under sink cabinet provides accessible hidden storage.
Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Ottawa with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate 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.

Photo of a galley dedicated laundry room in Other with open cabinets, wood benchtops, white 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

Located just off the Kitchen, the Laundry/Pantry/Mudroom is a continuation of the Kitchen design.
Inspiration for a mid-sized utility room in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, cork floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Donnally home remodel

Donnally Architects

Sozinho Photography
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped utility room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Adding Home Accents with Millwork

Roberts Residential Remodeling

Mid-sized galley laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, cork floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Room

Residential Interiors

The space was essentially a mud room at the home’s back entry which over the years had been converted to a laundry area and small powder room. A recent renovation of the adjacent kitchen dictated that the flooring for this area would be the same cork, and as the powder room could be seen from the kitchen and dining area, it was important that the colour scheme flow cohesively from the family area. Counter space was maximized by placing the work surface in front of the window on the widest wall (82“) and increasing the counter depth to 30”. Shelving in the alcove, wall cabinet and under sink cabinet provides accessible hidden storage.

gabriola island passivhaus

DRKdesign

silvija crnjak
Photo of a mid-sized utility room in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Paliswood Drive

Brad-Mar Homes

Design ideas for 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.

A 1931 Tudor kitchen updated in style

MDB Design Group

The laundry room is a narrow space that needs utility storage as well as a pantry. New full height cabinets are to the left of the new washer and dryer, and a new base and wall cabinet are on the right. The opposite wall contained the original utility closet. This was modified with new shelves and drawers to provide pantry storage. The original swinging door was replaced with a custom sliding barn door. New sun shades on the window and back door completes the new look. JRY & Co.

2014 Design House

Organized Design

Show House Powder/Laundry

User

Christina Wedge Photography
Design ideas for a transitional laundry room in Other with cork floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

2014 Design House

Organized Design

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.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, cork floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

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.