This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Portland with shaker cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, slate floors, multi-coloured floor, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, a concealed washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Country House in the City

Kate Cleveland Architect

Inspiration for a small transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Mud Room Storage

Chirigos Designs / Design Bar

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls and slate floors.

Complete Kitchen Remodel- Sherman Oaks

MY Home Builders Inc.

Inside of laundry room with honeycomb flooring tile, and sliding wooden barn door.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with open cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

European Revival

RENAISSANCE BUILDERS INC

Grey slate floors and grey cabinetry give a crisp clean look to this Renaissance Builders laundry room. Harlin Photograpy
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Reynolds Plantation Lake Home

Michelle Tumlin Design

Laundry Room - Slate tile floor, painted cabinets and shelving & granite counter tops
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Gulfport North

Frances Flautt Zook Architect, LLC

Emily Followill Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional utility room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey cabinets.

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.

Purple Hill Home Renovation

Alair Homes Collingwood

This was a major full home renovation, transforming an old dated home with a strange layout into a modern custom space. Highlights are the brand new stylish kitchen with in-counter beer taps, cozy hot tub room, and outdoor bar, cooking and dining area.

The Entertainer

Midtown Custom Homes, LLC

Mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Traditional Interiors - Laundry Room

Steven Odams Architects, LLC

This is an example of a traditional laundry room in New York with an utility sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and slate floors.

Pineland

Studio 21 Interiors

Design ideas for a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, black floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Exeter Villa

In Ex Design

This is an example of a modern single-wall laundry room in Devon with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Bath and Laundry room

New England Artisans Remodeling & Design Group

Large contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room Makeover

Pantuso Architecture

The new laundry room space has plenty of storage and a build it hanging space for drying clothing. Light grey cabinets and warm wood counters provide a fresh timeless look.

Hickory Gables - Old Hickory Lake

Wallace Custom Builders

J. Wallace
Mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Nashville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Harrier Project - Laundry and Pantry

Andra Martens Design Studio

Our clients beloved cottage had certain rooms not yet completed. Andra Martens Design Studio came in to build out their Laundry and Pantry Room. With a punch of brightness the finishes collaborates nicely with the adjacent existing spaces which have walls of medium pine, hemlock hardwood flooring and pine doors, windows and trim.

Young Residence

Ross G. Anderson - Architect

Laundry, Longviews Studios Inc. Photographer
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Pineland

Studio 21 Interiors

Modern Farmhouse-Spring Grove, IL.

KLM Builders & Remodeling

Benjamin Ryan Productions
Mid-sized country galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Grey Cabinets and Slate Floors

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.