Not your typical laundry room. A high shelf wraps around the room. Pegs line the walls on the high wainscoting. A custom table can be used for folding or easily transforms into a bench.

Bright and Modern

Foxcraft Cabinets

Beautiful, functional laundry
This is an example of a large modern galley utility room in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Westbury Grove, St.Kilda East

Key Piece

Adrienne Bizzarri Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and dark hardwood floors.

Country Classic Total Remodel

J. Vann, Residence Designer

An original downstairs study and bath were converted to a half bath off the foyer and access to the laundry room from the hall leading past the master bedroom. Access from both hall and m. bath lead through the laundry to the master closet which was the original study. R

Highcroft Home Remodel

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The beautiful design of this laundry room makes the idea of doing laundry seem like less of a chore! This space includes ample counter space, cabinetry storage, as well as a sink.

Mudrooms / Laundry

Penny Lane Home Builders, LLC

Photos by Lynn Donaldson * This laundry room is just off the combined front and back door entrance and provides plenty of hanging storage on hooks on the wall. Cheery red washer & dryer create some happiness in this space and the fauc beam and IKEA curtains hide an on-demand water heater and a water filtration system. Threaded suspended shelves are functional and look cool. A Costco utility sink helped keep this room under budget.

Inner-city suburban tiny house

Tiny House Company

Another essential, even in a tiny house - room to make coffee.
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall utility room in Brisbane with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls and dark hardwood floors.

Perth Kitchens: Mount Lawley

Retreat Design

Silvertone Photography
Modern laundry room in Perth with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors, black benchtop and a concealed washer and dryer.

Colourful Laundry Room

Personal Touch Interiors

This laundry room got a total makeover, starting with new ceiling height cupboards, white subway tiles behind the washer and dryer for easy cleaning. In addition changed out the existing vinyl flooring to hardwood to match the existing hardwood already on the main floor. New lighting, art work, sink and custom window treatment complete this room. Photo taken by: Personal Touch Interiors

Traditional Laundry Room

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped utility room in Atlanta with dark hardwood floors, a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor, beige benchtop and beige walls.

Wayzata Lifestyle Property

MATRIARCH DESIGN

Photo of a contemporary dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Urban Oasis

Scott Christopher Homes

Located in the heart of a 1920’s urban neighborhood, this classically designed home went through a dramatic transformation. Several updates over the years had rendered the space dated and feeling disjointed. The main level received cosmetic updates to the kitchen, dining, formal living and family room to bring the decor out of the 90’s and into the 21st century. Space from a coat closet and laundry room was reallocated to the transformation of a storage closet into a stylish powder room. Upstairs, custom cabinetry, built-ins, along with fixture and material updates revamped the look and feel of the bedrooms and bathrooms. But the most striking alterations occurred on the home’s exterior, with the addition of a 24′ x 52′ pool complete with built-in tanning shelf, programmable LED lights and bubblers as well as an elevated spa with waterfall feature. A custom pool house was added to compliment the original architecture of the main home while adding a kitchenette, changing facilities and storage space to enhance the functionality of the pool area. The landscaping received a complete overhaul and Oaks Rialto pavers were added surrounding the pool, along with a lounge space shaded by a custom-built pergola. These renovations and additions converted this residence from well-worn to a stunning, urban oasis.

Sarasota Interior House Painting

Sarasota Painting & Wall Covering

Mid-sized beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Tampa with a single-bowl sink, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white cabinets, marble benchtops, shaker cabinets, brown floor and white benchtop.

St Margarets TW1: side rear and loft extension with complete home renovation

The RMR Group

This small multifunctional space doubles as a laundry room and downstairs toilet. There is enough storage to keep everything neat and tidy.
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in London with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and brown floor.

Smooth-Star door

User

Therma-Tru Smooth-Star fiberglass door painted Liveable Green (SW6176).
Inspiration for a traditional laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls and dark hardwood floors.

Cambridge Court

Tytan Construction

Photo of a large transitional galley utility room in Atlanta with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

MJ Reno

Sitka Studios

The laundry room is complete with a counter for folding and pull down rods to hang items while taking advantage of the high ceilings. The L shaped utility and laundry space also houses the wood storage for the fireplace in the adjoining room and a closet to keep the pool accessories. The door behind leads to the patio, hot tub and pool areas. There is an adjoining 3 piece bathroom complete with sauna.

Colourful Laundry Room

Personal Touch Interiors

KSCI Laundry-Mud Room

Kris Spaulding Construction, Inc.

KSCI
Photo of a mid-sized country galley utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, white walls, dark hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Bright and Modern

Foxcraft Cabinets

Bench for the busy family
Photo of a large modern galley utility room in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Single-bowl Sink and Dark Hardwood Floors

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.