southern style, traditional design
Country u-shaped laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Durham NC Home

Dhinoy Studios

Teal tiles add whimsy to this laundry room.
This is an example of a mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and grey benchtop.

Flower Streets

Blackband Design

Build: Graystone Custom Builders, Interior Design: Blackband Design, Photography: Ryan Garvin
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey benchtop and grey floor.

Coastal Island Paradise

Superior Construction Services

Design ideas for a beach style dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, blue walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

PNW Capecod

User

Photo of a beach style laundry room in Seattle with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, shiplap splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and decorative wall panelling.

Home Is Where The "Hart" Is

Everything Home

This elegant home is a modern medley of design with metal accents, pastel hues, bright upholstery, wood flooring, and sleek lighting. Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. To learn more about this project, click here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/mid-west-living-project/

Laundry Blues

PKsurroundings

Fun yet functional laundry! photos by Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor and grey benchtop.

Historic Detroit Tudor Restoration

California Closets of Michigan

Photo of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

Cathaway Laundry

Kitchen & Bath Details

Matt Francis Photos
Photo of a beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Boston with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Vallejo Court Project

AFT Construction

Laundry room with concrete flooring and decorative marble backsplash. White cabinets and gray quartz counters
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, grey benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

2200 Sqft, 3 Bed/3 Bath, Central Park West

A. Bollman & Sons.

Athos Kyriakides
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped utility room in New York with white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Cooperstown Farmhouse

The Working Kitchen, Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, grey benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

Cheviot Hills Transitional

Deirdre Doherty Interiors

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Los Gatos Treehouse

Cathie Hong Interiors

This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.

Laundry Room

Grayscale Homes Designs

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop, wood and planked wall panelling.

Riccarton renovation

Kiwi Kitchens Ltd

Laundry doors made in Zeroline, Arctic white, Velvet. Wall cabinet in Zeroline, Rumskulla Oak Matt. Benchtop in Caesarstone, Georgian Bluffs.
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Christchurch with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, laminate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Karaka Lifestyle Laundry

Du Bois Design Ltd

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

Timeless | Kitchen & Main Level Remodel

Che Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling

This small garage entry functions as the mudroom as well as the laundry room. The space once featured the swing of the garage entry door, as well as the swing of the door that connects it to the foyer hall. We replaced the hallway entry door with a barn door, allowing us to have easier access to cabinets. We also incorporated a stackable washer & dryer to open up counter space and more cabinet storage. We created a mudroom on the opposite side of the laundry area with a small bench, coat hooks and a mix of adjustable shelving and closed storage. Photos by Spacecrafting Photography

Turramurra House

Bawtree Design | Architecture + Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

MidCentury Renovation

Sashya Thind

Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall laundry room in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with 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.