Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Montgomery Rustic Elegance

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Large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Contemporary Custom Home with Opposing Garages

Tundra Homes

Mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Street of Dreams - Lake Home New Build

D-Lux Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Omaha with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

18005 Quarterhorse Lane

SCHROLL CABINETS

Large country single-wall laundry room in Denver with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

12 Whisper Rock Model

Bob Buescher Homes

Mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and dark wood cabinets.

Laundry Room Decor Inspo

Trim Tech Designs

Still dreaming about this stunning laundry room complete with quarter sawn stained oak custom cabinetry. One of our favorite projects with @abbieanderson ✨

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Structural Dimensions, Inc.

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Pennington Mudroom / Laundry Room

A&E Construction and Design Center

Pennington, NJ. Mudroom Laundry Room features custom cabinetry, sink, drying rack, built in bench with storage for coats & shoes.
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Private Residence Lake Oswego, Oregon

The WhiteHouse Collection

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional utility room in Portland with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Elegant Estate

12/12 Architects & Planners

This 6,000sf luxurious custom new construction 5-bedroom, 4-bath home combines elements of open-concept design with traditional, formal spaces, as well. Tall windows, large openings to the back yard, and clear views from room to room are abundant throughout. The 2-story entry boasts a gently curving stair, and a full view through openings to the glass-clad family room. The back stair is continuous from the basement to the finished 3rd floor / attic recreation room. The interior is finished with the finest materials and detailing, with crown molding, coffered, tray and barrel vault ceilings, chair rail, arched openings, rounded corners, built-in niches and coves, wide halls, and 12' first floor ceilings with 10' second floor ceilings. It sits at the end of a cul-de-sac in a wooded neighborhood, surrounded by old growth trees. The homeowners, who hail from Texas, believe that bigger is better, and this house was built to match their dreams. The brick - with stone and cast concrete accent elements - runs the full 3-stories of the home, on all sides. A paver driveway and covered patio are included, along with paver retaining wall carved into the hill, creating a secluded back yard play space for their young children. Project photography by Kmieick Imagery.

McCormick Ranch Home Remodel

Republic West Remodeling

Phil Johnson
Small u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, multi-coloured benchtop and dark wood cabinets.

Laundry Room Decor Inspo

Trim Tech Designs

Still dreaming about this stunning laundry room complete with quarter sawn stained oak custom cabinetry. One of our favorite projects with @abbieanderson ✨

White Sands Bayou

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Laundry Room Tile by Shaw, Urban Coop in Gesso || Laundry Room Cabinets by Aspect, Bayou on Poplar
Transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Cedar Creek

Copper Creek Distributors

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

2018 Tour of Homes: Roth Premier Homes

Cherry City Interiors & Design

Mid-sized transitional laundry cupboard in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Traditional Home

Aspen White Star, LLC

Mid-sized country u-shaped utility room in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls and multi-coloured benchtop.

Fun New Home

Etched In Stone

An elevated in-home dog wash makes pet care a breeze!
Mid-sized transitional utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

The Chapman

Kessler Construction LLC

Custom laundry room with a utility sink and side by side washer dryer.
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room

WL Kitchen & Home

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white walls, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets and Multi-Coloured Benchtop

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.