Design ideas for a mid-sized u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, laminate benchtops, white walls, carpet, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and exposed beam.

Modern Masterpiece

Celtic Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized modern dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Room w/ Chai Latte Classic Paint Cabinets and Giallo Traversella Granite

Cabinet-S-Top

In the laundry room, Medallion Gold series Park Place door style with flat center panel finished in Chai Latte classic paint accented with Westerly 3 ¾” pulls in Satin Nickel. Giallo Traversella Granite was installed on the countertop. A Moen Arbor single handle faucet with pull down spray in Spot Resist Stainless. The sink is a Blanco Liven laundry sink finished in truffle. The flooring is Kraus Enstyle Culbres vinyl tile 12” x 24” in the color Blancos.

Refreshed Laundry

Angela Thelen Design, Inc.

Spcacecrafters
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley laundry room in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

West End 2018 Parade Home

Homes of Distinction, Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Lake House Remodel

E. Leet Woodworking

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with white cabinets, laminate benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, shaker cabinets, a drop-in sink and grey walls.

2017 MchHenry Laundry Room

Oliver Construction LLC

Photos by Jennifer Oliver
This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, green walls and black benchtop.

Sea Grass Painted Cabinets with Pull Out Hamper Storage

Denise Quade Design

Two pullout hampers were incorporated into the base cabinet storage in this laundry room. Sea grass paint was chosen for the cabinets and topped with a marble countertop.

Calle Ventura 1 by Rafterhouse

Rafterhouse

Ace and Whim Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Ashland Kitchen renovation

Archambault Construction

Ashland kitchen/laundry renovation
Mid-sized traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Full Home Renovation on Whitwell

LKRDC

Subway tile and neutral colors make the laundry area feel very clean.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Providence with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Bracken Av

Roomfour

This laundry is a space savers dream! Machines stacked nicely with enough room to store whatever you need above (like that washing basket that just doesn't really GO anywhere). Fitted neatly is the laundry trough with a simple tap. The black tiles really do make the space it's own. Who said laundries had to be boring?

Angular Abode

Tempus Design Studio Pty Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, laminate benchtops, white walls, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bernhardt

Allison Architecture

Allison Architecture
Inspiration for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Charlotte with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

30592 Hilltop Way, San Juan Capistrano

Bowman Group Media

Bowman Group Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

New Life, New Home

AV Architects + Builders

AV Architects + Builders Location: Falls Church, VA, USA Our clients were a newly-wed couple looking to start a new life together. With a love for the outdoors and theirs dogs and cats, we wanted to create a design that wouldn’t make them sacrifice any of their hobbies or interests. We designed a floor plan to allow for comfortability relaxation, any day of the year. We added a mudroom complete with a dog bath at the entrance of the home to help take care of their pets and track all the mess from outside. We added multiple access points to outdoor covered porches and decks so they can always enjoy the outdoors, not matter the time of year. The second floor comes complete with the master suite, two bedrooms for the kids with a shared bath, and a guest room for when they have family over. The lower level offers all the entertainment whether it’s a large family room for movie nights or an exercise room. Additionally, the home has 4 garages for cars – 3 are attached to the home and one is detached and serves as a workshop for him. The look and feel of the home is informal, casual and earthy as the clients wanted to feel relaxed at home. The materials used are stone, wood, iron and glass and the home has ample natural light. Clean lines, natural materials and simple details for relaxed casual living. Stacy Zarin Photography

A view from Manhattan

Zarrillo's Custom Design Kitchens, Inc.

Zarrillo's
Inspiration for a small transitional galley utility room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, marble floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Lake Travis Treehouse (Composite)

TimberTown

Tucked behind the pantry shelves, the laundry room can be hidden behind this secret wall when entertaining. Built by Jenkins Custom Homes.
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Portage Bay

Heliotrope Architects

Photo Credit: Aaron Leitz
Inspiration for a modern l-shaped laundry room in Seattle with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a drop-in sink, laminate benchtops and white walls.

Laundry Room

WL Kitchen & Home

Design ideas for a small modern single-wall laundry cupboard in New York with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Granite Benchtops and Laminate Benchtops

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.