Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Mudroom - Next Level Ranch

Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC

The laundry room / mudroom in this updated 1940's Custom Cape Ranch features a Custom Millwork mudroom closet and shaker cabinets. The classically detailed arched doorways and original wainscot paneling in the living room, dining room, stair hall and bedrooms were kept and refinished, as were the many original red brick fireplaces found in most rooms. These and other Traditional features were kept to balance the contemporary renovations resulting in a Transitional style throughout the home. Large windows and French doors were added to allow ample natural light to enter the home. The mainly white interior enhances this light and brightens a previously dark home. Architect: T.J. Costello - Hierarchy Architecture + Design, PLLC Interior Designer: Helena Clunies-Ross

Guest House -Hartland, VT

Housewright Construction Inc.

This is an example of a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Burlington with open cabinets, green cabinets, green walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room

Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction

This spacious laundry room off the kitchen with black soapstone countertops and white bead board paneling also serves as a mudroom.
Design ideas for a large traditional utility room in Other with green walls, beige floor, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

English Cottage

Kuklinski + Rappe Architects

Butler's Pantry between kitchen and dining room doubles as a Laundry room. Laundry machines are hidden behind doors. Leslie Schwartz Photography
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Fox Chase

KH Designs

Mud/Laundry Room
Mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Black and White Polka Dot Laundry Room

Cabinet-S-Top

In this laundry room, Medallion Lancaster cabinets in White Icing Classic finish accented with Amerock Highland Ridge in Dark Oiled Bronze hardware were installed. The countertop is Wilsonart Night Spot laminate. The flooring is Mannington AduraMax Napa vinyl plank flooring in Dry Cork color.

10 years Outdated Papillion Remodel

Monical Design

Don't throw away perfectly good cabinets if you can use them elsewhere~
Small transitional laundry room in Omaha with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and coffered.

Parkmeadow Laundry Room

Anna Jacoby Interiors

Ian Coleman
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Faithful Farmhouse Addition

12/12 Architects & Planners

This is an example of a large country galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, timber splashback, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, black benchtop, vaulted and wallpaper.

Weekend Laundry Room Facelift

HMK Residential Design, LLC

Photo of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, green walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Ridgeside Renovation

EPG Homes, LLC

Work completed by homebuilder EPG Homes, Chattanooga, TN
Expansive country u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

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.

Making this Home into a Retreat

R&J Painting LLC

Before Start of Services Prepared and Covered all Flooring, Furnishings and Logs Patched all Cracks, Nail Holes, Dents and Dings Lightly Pole Sanded Walls for a smooth finish Spot Primed all Patches Painted all Ceilings and Walls

2017 MchHenry Laundry Room

Oliver Construction LLC

Photos by Jennifer Oliver
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.

Farm Sink in Laundry Room

Taylor Made Cabinets, Leominster MA

Taylor Made Cabinets, Leominster MA
Design ideas for a small arts and crafts utility room in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green walls, light hardwood floors, granite benchtops, brown floor and black benchtop.

Making this Home into a Retreat

R&J Painting LLC

Upon Completion
Mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, timber splashback, green walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop, wood walls and exposed beam.

Laundry Room

Oliveto Hayes Design

High ceilings allowed for storage above the hanging rack for clothes.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Fox Chase

KH Designs

Mud/Laundry Room
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Black and White Polka Dot Laundry Room

Cabinet-S-Top

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Green Walls and Black 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.