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.

Stunning Transitional Home in McLean, Virginia

Abbey Design + Remodel

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Homearama 2016

Debbie Sykes

Dawn Smith Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Cincinnati with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, an utility sink, granite benchtops, porcelain floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rhoads Residence

J 3 Architects

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.

Lubbock Parade Home CV 2011

B&S Woodworking Inc.

Lubbock parade homes 2011..
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Dallas with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

TCD Buckys Run

TCD Homes

Laundry and mudroom combination.
Inspiration for a modern galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured benchtop.

Glyn Carin Lane

Elysa Roberts Interiors

Inspiration for a small transitional galley utility room in Columbus with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Multipurpose Home Office / Laundry Room Space

Orren Pickell Building Group

This multipurpose space is both a laundry room and home office. We call it the "family workshop." The washer/dryer are concealed behind custom Shaker cabinetry. Features a stainless steel farmhouse sink by Signature Hardware. Facuet is Brizo Talo single-handle pull down prep faucet with SmartTouchPlus technology in Venetian Bronze. Photo by Mike Kaskel.

Rustic Basement Retreat-Toledo, OH

Ciboro Construction

Anna Ciboro
Mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey 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.

2020 Parade of Homes "The Tree House

Interior Design Center

Craft Room
Modern u-shaped utility room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room - Hill Country Stone Ranch Home

BCI Custom Homes

Laundry room in Hill Country Stone Home. Features farmhouse sink, alder cabinets, granite countertops, and tile floor.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ

User

Laundry Room with reclaimed wood accent wall. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
This is an example 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.

Jenkintown Basement

Harth Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Autumwood Trail

ID Studio Interiors

Traditional galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wallpaper.

Custom Countertops

Captivating Construction Group

Custom Laundry Room Countertops in New Jersey.
This is an example of a small country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, timber splashback, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and wood walls.

Laundry Room with White Beadboard Cabinetry

Orren Pickell Building Group

Laundry room features beadboard cabinetry and travertine flooring. Photo by Mike Kaskel
Design ideas for a small traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

A Beautiful Blue Haven

Pistro Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

The Green Heights Trail Project

Carla Bast Design

Laundry room with a farm sink and cabinetry offering storage and hanging space for laundry room needs. Alyssa Lee Photography
Large country galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Exquisite Kitchen, Pantry/Laundry Room & Bathroom Remodel

Todd Whittaker Drywall Inc.

Laundry Room / Pantry multi-functional room with all of the elegant touches to match the freshly remodeled kitchen and plenty of storage space.
This is an example of an expansive traditional l-shaped utility room in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Granite Benchtops 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.