Photo of an asian laundry room in Nagoya with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop, an integrated washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

Bathroom/Laundry Room Combination Project

Jeff's Custom Painting

This photo was taken after the walls and ceiling had been painted. One coat of paint was applied to the ceiling and two coats of paint to the walls and window molding and jamb. Products Used: * KILZ PVA Primer * DAP AMP Caulk * Behr Premium Plus Interior Satin Enamel Paint (Tostada) * Behr Premium Plus Interior Flat Ceiling Paint (Ultra Pure White) * Sherwin-Williams Interior Satin Pro Classic Paint (Extra White)

洗面脱衣室

ミセスホーム株式会社

Photo of an asian laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, multi-coloured floor and an integrated washer and dryer.

Westover Hill Residence

Jodie Rosen Design

alex lukey photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Perigian Springs Courtyard Homelaund

Soul Space

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Sunshine Coast with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Historic Downtown Prescott

Ability Remodeling

Photo of a small midcentury single-wall laundry room in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Bathroom/Laundry Room Combination Project

Jeff's Custom Painting

Historic Downtown Prescott

Ability Remodeling

This is an example of a small midcentury single-wall laundry room in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets and an Integrated 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.