This is an example of a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with shaker cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and dark wood cabinets.

The New American Home 2016

By Design

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary u-shaped utility room in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

The Ranch at Coulter Creek

F&M Architects, LLC

photos courtesy of Seth Beckton
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Denver with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Aicher Project

Dan Brady Painting and Wood Restoration

Aicher Interior Project
Traditional dedicated laundry room in Other with louvered cabinets, dark wood cabinets and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Rausch House

Karr Bick Kitchen and Bath

Denash photography, Designed by Jenny Rausch C.K.D. Gorgeous laundry room with fold down ironing board, folding top, washer dryer built in, wood floors, laundry sink under mounted into marble tops, bead board details, and a neutral color palette.

Belle, Doncaster East

Inbetween Architecture

Inspiration for a contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Culver, IN. Haas Cabinetry. Modern/Rustic Inspired Kitchen, Laundry, and Baths

Bailey's Cabinets

Haas Signature Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Slate Maple Door Style: Shakertown V Countertop: John Boos Butcherblock, Walnut
Design ideas for a small country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Laundry Room with Martin door style

UltraCraft Cabinetry

This modern laundry room features our Martin Textured Melamine door style in the Kodiak finish and displays our tall hamper cabinet. Design by studiobstyle Photographs by Tim Nehotte Photography

Elliptical Mud Room - The Turtledove - ADA Super Ranch

Cascade West Development

Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Agreeable Gray - SW 7029 Trim Color - Dover White - SW 6385 Media Room Wall Color - Accessible Beige - SW 7036 Interior Stone by Eldorado Stone Stone Product Stacked Stone in Nantucket Gas Fireplace by Heat & Glo Flooring & Tile by Macadam Floor & Design Tile Floor by Z-Collection Tile Product Textile in Ivory 8.5" Hexagon Tile Countertops by Surface Art Inc Tile Product Venetian Architectural Collection - A La Mode in Honed Brown Countertop Backsplash by Tierra Sol Tile Product - Driftwood in Muretto Brown Sinks by Decolav Sink Faucet by Delta Faucet Slab Countertops by Wall to Wall Stone Corp Quartz Product True North Tropical White Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Window Treatments by Budget Blinds Lighting by Destination Lighting Fixtures by Crystorama Lighting Interior Design by Creative Interiors & Design Custom Cabinetry & Storage by Northwood Cabinets Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates

Karalyn in the Village of Harrison

Cypress Homes, Inc.

This laundry room features an elevated side by side washer and dryer units as well as cabinets and a rack above for drying and hanging clothes.
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Cranston Residence

Lush Interiors Inc.

Laundry room with vintage prints.
This is an example of a transitional single-wall laundry room in Calgary with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

New Construction Town of Manitowoc Rapids

Bartow Builders

Small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Larkspur Modern

Patterson Custom Homes

Contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Incredible Laundry and Mud Room

Gretchen Lyons

Centered between the two closets we added a large cabinet for boot and shoe storage. There is nothing worse then dragging snow through your house in the winters. You can use the bench seat to remove your boots and store them here. Photography by Libbie Martin

French Country in The Settlement

Ryan Homes, Inc.

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Parkville Art Bath - Concealed Laundry

Camilla Molders Design

Residential Interior Design & Decoration project by Camilla Molders Design Bathroom and laundry room in one, this room was designed to seamlessly fit into a home that is full of character art & rich coloured floorboards. The brief was to include room to display some of the homes collection of Wembley ware figurines as well as house the laundry. We sourced antique encaustic tiles and used them as a feature tile across the length of the room connecting the vanity to the shower. Photography Martina Gemmola

The Parker I Modified | Grande Park Plainfield, IL

DJK Custom Homes

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Country Living

Black Rock Construction Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and beige 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.

935 W. Kenilworth

KF Walter Homes

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets

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.