Contemporary l-shaped laundry room in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Fort Washington First Floor

Harth Builders

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Hudson Cabin

McDonald Remodeling

Photo of a traditional single-wall laundry room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Vibes Project

CKF Co.

Modern farmhouse laundry room with dark cabinets, brass hardware and pattern cement tile flooring. Countertop for folding clothes and grey Steele canvas rolling laundry bins.

Traditional with French Influence

EARTH AND IMAGES

Photo of a traditional utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Farmington Renovation

Robertson Renovations Inc

Design ideas for a transitional u-shaped laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops and grey benchtop.

Refined Rustic

Housewright Cabinetry LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized country laundry room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback and grey benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Oak Forest Modern Farmhouse

Jamestown Estate Homes

Large country galley dedicated laundry room in Houston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Antiqued Elegance in Willowcreek Ranch

By Design Interiors, Inc.

The laundry room is crafted with beauty and function in mind. Its custom cabinets, drying racks, and little sitting desk are dressed in a gorgeous sage green and accented with hints of brass. Pretty mosaic backsplash from Stone Impressions give the room and antiqued, casual feel.

Rustic Elegance

Tapley Cabinet Works

Photo of a transitional u-shaped laundry room in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room (Historical House)

Fritz Carpentry & Contracting, LLC

You would never know that this light and airy laundry room is in the basement of a historic house. With the right proportions on custom cabinetry Fritz Carpentry & Contracting was able to make this tight space feel open while maintaining functionality. Overlay, shaker cabinets handcrafted by Fritz Carpentry & Contracting are complimented by custom shiplap and a floating walnut wall shelf.

Gray Laundry Room

Petrucci Johnson Homes

Design ideas for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor, grey benchtop and granite benchtops.

Basements

DreamBuilders

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Remodel

Board by Board Design

The laundry room features Soapstone countertops and a basketweave travetine wainscot Photo Credit: Bella Vita Photography
Large country galley utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Buck Valley

Love Your Room LLC

Nestled in the Pocono mountains, the house had been on the market for a while, and no one had any interest in it. Then along comes our lovely client, who was ready to put roots down here, leaving Philadelphia, to live closer to her daughter. She had a vision of how to make this older small ranch home, work for her. This included images of baking in a beautiful kitchen, lounging in a calming bedroom, and hosting family and friends, toasting to life and traveling! We took that vision, and working closely with our contractors, carpenters, and product specialists, spent 8 months giving this home new life. This included renovating the entire interior, adding an addition for a new spacious master suite, and making improvements to the exterior. It is now, not only updated and more functional; it is filled with a vibrant mix of country traditional style. We are excited for this new chapter in our client’s life, the memories she will make here, and are thrilled to have been a part of this ranch house Cinderella transformation.

Cliff Drive Residence

Flinn Designs

Photo of a beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

Fort Washington First Floor

Harth Builders

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Family kitchen, laundry, and bathrooms

Lisa Jones

Design ideas for a transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Spanish Estate - Laundry Room

H. Ryan Studio

Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Farmhouse Sink and Grey 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.