Modern gray-tone laundry room
Inspiration for a transitional laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

2021 Custom Ranch Home

The Ben Brown Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall laundry room in Houston with white cabinets, concrete floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Glyn Carin Lane

Elysa Roberts Interiors

Small transitional galley utility room in Columbus with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Beautiful House in the Brentwood Mall Area

Alair Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Belrose Laundry

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, multi-coloured benchtop, vaulted and panelled walls.

Rustic Laundry

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Beautiful alder cabinetry in a simple shaker style keeps this laundry rustic, yet light & interesting for a laundry space. Mandi B Photography
Inspiration for an expansive country u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Secret dog wash/ laundry room / gym

Sara Levy Designs

We created this secret room from the old garage, turning it into a useful space for washing the dogs, doing laundry and exercising - all of which we need to do in our own homes due to the Covid lockdown. The original room was created on a budget with laminate worktops and cheap ktichen doors - we recently replaced the original laminate worktops with quartz and changed the door fronts to create a clean, refreshed look. The opposite wall contains floor to ceiling bespoke cupboards with storage for everything from tennis rackets to a hidden wine fridge. The flooring is budget friendly laminated wood effect planks. The washer and drier are raised off the floor for easy access as well as additional storage for baskets below.

Medicine Hat Maple

Wood Visions, Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Calgary with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

The Parker - Laundry Room

Snowden Builders LLC

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Secret dog wash/ laundry room / gym

London Flat Renovations

Laundry Room

Thayer Design Build

Midcentury utility room in Other with an utility sink, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue walls, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Private Residence Lake Oswego, Oregon

The WhiteHouse Collection

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Idlewood Retreat

S Squared Design, LLC

This transformation came at an unexpected time. Hurricane Harvey left this family, like so many others in Houston, with feet of water in their home and nothing else to do than rebuild and get their lives back together. This whole home remodel was about being fresh, new and livable. Whites, creams, warm greys and soft tan colors throughout the home gave lightness to the the previous home which was a little on the darker side. Natural materials, such as marble, granite and a solid white oak flooring that was hand stained on site, gave a natural feeling and a softness to some of the other materials used. Storage is another important part especially in kitchens and bathrooms. The new custom kitchen cabinets we designed to reach the ceiling to gain as much useful space as we could get. The bathrooms we designed for our client's needs, drawers were a great choice in this case! We added a little color on the walls in the the guest baths and laundry room which has its own sink set in a suede finish granite.

Rustic Laundry

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Ample cabinetry in this spacious multi-use laundry room. Large folding area at the end of the room. Mandi B Photography
This is an example of an expansive country u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Masterfully Modern Two-Story

Duke Homes, Inc.

The home's second laundry room is located on the upper level serving three upstairs bedrooms.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Secret dog wash/ laundry room / gym

London Flat Renovations

Secret dog wash/ laundry room / gym

Woodhill Cabinetry & Design Inc

The owners of a newly constructed log home chose a distinctive color scheme for the kitchen and laundry room cabinetry. Cabinetry along the parameter walls of the kitchen are painted Benjamin Moore Britannia Blue and the island, with custom light fixture above, is Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf. Five cabinet doors in the layout have mullion and glass inserts and lighting high lights the bead board cabinet backs. SUBZERO and Wolf appliances and a pop-up mixer shelf are a cooks delight. Michelangelo Quartzite tops off the island, while all other tops are Massa Quartz. The laundry room, with two built-in dog kennels, is painted Benjamin Moore Caliente provides a cheery atmosphere for house hold chores.

Clackamas River

Rebuild

Rebuild
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Grey Floor and Multi-Coloured 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.