Small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, white walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and black benchtop.

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.

Victorian Farmhouse Revamp

12/12 Architects & Planners

Inspiration for a traditional galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Eli St

Gabay Construction

Photo of a modern dedicated laundry room in Houston with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, granite splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and beige benchtop.

French Broad River Transitional Modern

Osada Construction

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

The Barkley

HMH Development, Inc.

Laundry Room connected to Owner's Closet
Photo of a country laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Elegant Artists' Prairie

12/12 Architects & Planners

Contemporary galley utility room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Victorian Farmhouse Revamp

12/12 Architects & Planners

Design ideas for a traditional galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Victorian Farmhouse Revamp

12/12 Architects & Planners

This is an example of a traditional galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Victorian Farmhouse Revamp

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a traditional galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, granite splashback, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Victorian Farmhouse Revamp

12/12 Architects & Planners

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Granite Splashback and White Floor

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.