Built on the beautiful Nepean River in Penrith overlooking the Blue Mountains. Capturing the water and mountain views were imperative as well as achieving a design that catered for the hot summers and cold winters in Western Sydney. Before we could embark on design, pre-lodgement meetings were held with the head of planning to discuss all the environmental constraints surrounding the property. The biggest issue was potential flooding. Engineering flood reports were prepared prior to designing so we could design the correct floor levels to avoid the property from future flood waters. The design was created to capture as much of the winter sun as possible and blocking majority of the summer sun. This is an entertainer's home, with large easy flowing living spaces to provide the occupants with a certain casualness about the space but when you look in detail you will see the sophistication and quality finishes the owner was wanting to achieve.

Custom Laundry Room

Cameron Homes Inc.

Mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Edmonton with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Synterra Loop Project

First Choice Custom Builders

Laundry room and mud room, exit to covered breezeway. Laundry sink with cabinet space, area for washing machines and extra refrigerator, coat rack and cubby for children's backpacks and sporting equipment.

Lake Breeze Trail

ID Studio Interiors

Photo of a transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Baxter Village Remodel

Just In Cabinets & Design

Shaker kitchen cabinets are a popular trend in current kitchen renovations because of the classic and simple look they give to either a traditional or contemporary design. Shaker cabinets are often paired in modern kitchens with white or light granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and modern hardware to complete the look.

Cabinetry update of kitchen and Master Bath near LaPine Oregon

The Hidden Touch

This is a hidden cat feeding and liter box area in the cabinetry of the laundry room. This is an excellent way to contain the smell and mess of a cat.

#Seaside Beauty

Angie Keyes CKBD

This Condo has been in the family since it was first built. And it was in desperate need of being renovated. The kitchen was isolated from the rest of the condo. The laundry space was an old pantry that was converted. We needed to open up the kitchen to living space to make the space feel larger. By changing the entrance to the first guest bedroom and turn in a den with a wonderful walk in owners closet. Then we removed the old owners closet, adding that space to the guest bath to allow us to make the shower bigger. In addition giving the vanity more space. The rest of the condo was updated. The master bath again was tight, but by removing walls and changing door swings we were able to make it functional and beautiful all that the same time.

Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ

User

Laundry Room work area. This sink from Kohler is wonderful. It's cast iron and it's called the Cape Dory. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Photo of a large country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, multi-coloured benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Oak Bluff

Parker Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized mediterranean galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor, grey benchtop and wood.

Laundry Room

Great Rooms Building Group

Photo Credit: Kaskel Photo
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, grey splashback, granite splashback and grey benchtop.

ADDITION TO SOMERSET

Gemini Design Group LLC

new laundry room with granite counter and herringbone subway tile backsplash
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in New York with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, purple walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Past Projects

Cuddu Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Mud & Laundry Room

Ryson Renovations LLC

This is an example of a large arts and crafts galley utility room in Richmond with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Laundry Mudroom

Elkins Interiors

This small addition packs a punch with tons of storage and a functional laundry space. Shoe cubbies, fluted apron sink, and upholstered bench round out the stunning features that make laundry more enjoyable.

Chatham, Cranberry Cove Kitchen

Lewis & Weldon Custom Kitchens

Jonathan Watkins Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped laundry room in Boston with shaker cabinets, a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, ceramic floors, black floor and grey benchtop.

Larger Than Life

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

The gourmet kitchen pulls out all stops – luxury functions of pull-out tray storage, magic corners, hidden touch-latches, and high-end appliances; steam-oven, wall-oven, warming drawer, espresso/coffee, wine fridge, ice-machine, trash-compactor, and convertible-freezers – to create a home chef’s dream. Cook and prep space is extended thru windows from the kitchen to an outdoor work space and built in barbecue. photography: Paul Grdina

Laundry Room and Bathroom Makeover

AFR Construction

Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Las Vegas with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Custom Home - Northbrook, IL

PKPG Companies

Expansive traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Baxter Village Remodel

Just In Cabinets & Design

WRIGHT COTTAGE

Holsman Architecture + Design, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Granite Benchtops and Grey Splashback

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.