Ample storage and function were an important feature for the homeowner. Beth worked in unison with the contractor to design a custom hanging, pull-out system. The functional shelf glides out when needed, and stores neatly away when not in use. The contractor also installed a hanging rod above the washer and dryer. You can never have too much hanging space! Beth purchased mesh laundry baskets on wheels to alleviate the musty smell of dirty laundry, and a broom closet for cleaning items. There is even a cozy little nook for the family dog.

Beverly Hills Kitchen, Nook, Mud Room, Laundry Room & Garage Addition

MainStreet Design Build

On April 22, 2013, MainStreet Design Build began a 6-month construction project that ended November 1, 2013 with a beautiful 655 square foot addition off the rear of this client's home. The addition included this gorgeous custom kitchen, a large mudroom with a locker for everyone in the house, a brand new laundry room and 3rd car garage. As part of the renovation, a 2nd floor closet was also converted into a full bathroom, attached to a child’s bedroom; the formal living room and dining room were opened up to one another with custom columns that coordinated with existing columns in the family room and kitchen; and the front entry stairwell received a complete re-design. KateBenjamin Photography

Laundry update

Claire Guest Studio

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Wilmington Court - Laundry

Paul N. Brow, Architect, LLC

View of Laundry room with built-in soapstone folding counter above storage for industrial style rolling laundry carts and hampers. Space for hang drying above. Laundry features two stacked washer / dryer sets. Painted ship-lap walls with decorative raw concrete floor tiles. Built-in pull down ironing board between the washers / dryers.

Candlewood Cottage Redux

At Home Design LLC

Mudroom converted to laundry room in this cottage home.
Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry, Mudroom and Butler's Pantry in Littleton, CO

Da Vinci Remodeling, LLC

Libbie Holmes Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Old Church Conversion - Condo A

User

William Quarles Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional dedicated laundry room in Charleston with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors and grey floor.

Light and Airy Laundry Room

Sunday Home Interiors

This light and airy laundry room/mudroom beckons you with two beautiful white capiz seashell pendant lights, custom floor to ceiling cabinetry with crown molding, raised washer and dryer with storage underneath, wooden folding counter, and wall paper accent wall

Classic Main Line Home

down2earth Interior Design, LLC.

Few people love the chore of doing laundry but having a pretty room to do it in certainly helps. A face-lift was all this space needed — newly painted taupe cabinets, an antiqued mirror light fixture and shimmery wallpaper brighten the room and bounce around the light.

Watsonia Laundry Renovation

GDP Interior Design

Functionality is the most important factor in this space. Everything you need in a Laundry with hidden ironing board in a drawer and hidden laundry basket in the cupboard keeps this small space looking tidy at all times. The blue patterned tiles with the light timber look bench tops add form as well as function to this Laundry Renovation

White Pass Ski Cabin

Quincy Home

Cooper Carras Photography Entry with mudroom and laundry room all in one. A place to drop wet ski gear, hang it up with dryer mounted behind cedar slats. Boot and glove dryer for wet gear. Colorful bench designed to withstand wet ski gear and wet dogs! Sustainable design with reused aluminum siding, live edge wood bench seats, Paperstone counter tops and porcelain wood look plank tiles.

Laundry room

Johnston Design Group

Small traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Traditional Nouveau

Silver Leaf Construction & Renovation

Large transitional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

West Wing

Room Resolutions

The existing laundry room needed a total face-lift, including new white cabinetry; new GE appliances and a large laundry tub sink to facilitate easily completed chores. The large scale, 24” floor tiles help create a roomy feeling, so as not to feel trapped in what seemed like a dungeon previously. Unexpected lighting of a hanging, chain lantern adds to the brightness and character to a workspace. Photography - Grey Crawford

Mid-Century Modern Home Remodel

Benvenuti and Stein

Laundry room with custom made pull-out storage for easy access.
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Carpet One Flooring Gallery

Cloud Carpet One Floor & Home

Large transitional dedicated laundry room in Las Vegas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Nicklin Complete Home Renovation

Masterwork Home

Large transitional l-shaped utility room in New York with white cabinets, marble benchtops, a stacked washer and dryer, raised-panel cabinets, white walls, marble floors and grey floor.

A Stylish and Functional Laundry Room

STUDIO ENVIE

Emma Tannenbaum Photography
This is an example of a large traditional dedicated laundry room in New York with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, brown benchtop, a drop-in sink and white walls.

Orchard West

Floortrends Ltd

Love this stylish AND practical laundry closed on the second floor - close to the bedrooms for easy access but hidden behind the double doors.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Toronto with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Indigo Lake Estates

Cavetto Homes LLC

Laundry Room
Inspiration for a l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets and Grey Floor

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.