A generous laundry utility room with stainless steel benches and under bench appliances.
Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped laundry room in Auckland with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Cambray | Cozy Cottage

Vision Interiors

Visbeen Architects’ remodel of this lakefront home makes it easy to forget its recent past as an outdated structure in need of a major update. What was once a low-profile 1980’s ranch has been transformed into a three-story cottage with more than enough character to go around. Street-facing dormers and a quaint garage entrance welcome visitors into the updated interior, which features beautiful custom woodwork and built-ins throughout. In addition to drastic improvements in every existing room, a brand new master suite was added to the space above the garage, providing a private and luxurious retreat for homeowners. A home office, full bath, laundry facilities, a walk-in closet, and a spacious bedroom and sitting area complete this upstairs haven.

Mud Room & Laundry Room Remodel on Wishon Ave

Imagine Remodeling

The back door leads to a multi-purpose laundry room and mudroom. Side by side washer and dryer on the main level account for aging in place by maximizing universal design elements.

Holmby Hills Residence

lauri morrison studio

This is an example of a transitional laundry room in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

House in the Woods Knoxville Custom Home

WilliamAndrewsArchitects

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, green cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Riverfront Condo

David Heide Design Studio

Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio – Photos: Susan Gilmore
Design ideas for a contemporary l-shaped laundry room in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, beige walls, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Our Work

Better Built Renovations Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Toronto with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

via Quadrio

studioQ

Design ideas for an eclectic laundry room in Rome with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, dark hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Stainless Steel Benchtops 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.