This is an example of a small traditional galley utility room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, timber splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, wallpaper, wallpaper, a stacked washer and dryer, a single-bowl sink, quartz benchtops and grey benchtop.

Red Door Design, A Classical Studio, New Rosslyn Construction - Marietta CC

Bloodfire Studios LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey benchtop and wood walls.

Casual Cottage Style - Laundry Room www.hryanstudio.com

H. Ryan Studio

Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, white walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, grey benchtop and wood walls.

American Spirit

Faure Halvorsen Architects

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, timber splashback, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey benchtop, wood and wood walls.

Kitchen / Home remodel

Woodwerd

Thinking of usage and purpose to bring a new clean laundry room update to this home. Lowered appliance to build a high counter for folding with a nice bit of light to make it feel easy. Walnut shelf ties to kitchen area while providing an easy way to hang laundry.

Transitional Elegance

Fautt Homes

Mud Room with dark gray bench and charging station. Barn door with an X to close to keep messes behind close doors.
Mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Küche extra matt

Holz Total

Ulrike Harbach
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped laundry room in Dortmund with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Duplex Armor - Buanderie

Kaer Studio - Cabinet d'Architecture d'Intérieur

Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Redwood City Whole House Remodel

BWB Builders Inc.

Design ideas for a laundry room in San Francisco with quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, porcelain floors, blue floor and grey benchtop.

Fluted Walnut Kitchen

Old Castle Design

Contemporary Laundry Room, Creme White Laminate
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Craftsman

Pillar & Perch: Architects + Builders

Laundry built-in with hamper storage under concrete counters.
This is an example of a large arts and crafts single-wall utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey benchtop and panelled walls.

Casual Cottage Style - Laundry Room www.hryanstudio.com

H. Ryan Studio

Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, white walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, grey benchtop and wood walls.

Kitchen / Home remodel

Woodwerd

Kitchen / Home remodel

Woodwerd

Fluted Walnut Kitchen

Old Castle Design

Contemporary Laundry Room, Creme White Laminate
Mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

In-law Suite Addition

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a small traditional galley utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor, grey benchtop, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Fluted Walnut Kitchen

Old Castle Design

Contemporary Laundry Room, Creme White Laminate
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Timber Splashback 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.