Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Other with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

In Keeping With Tradition

Meadowlark Design+Build

This "perfect-sized" laundry room is just off the mudroom and can be closed off from the rest of the house. The large window makes the space feel large and open. A custom designed wall of shelving and specialty cabinets accommodates everything necessary for day-to-day laundry needs. This custom home was designed and built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photography by Joshua Caldwell.

Baker's Kitchen

JACK ROSEN CUSTOM KITCHENS

Inspiration for a transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Reclaimed Lakeside Home

Lenox House Design

This Mudroom doubles as a laundry room for the main level. Large Slate Tiles on the floor are easy to clean and give great texture to the space. Custom lockers with cushions give each family member a space for their belongings. A drop zone/planning center is a great place for mail and your laptop. A custom barndoor hung from the ceiling in a gray wash slides across the stackable washer and dryer to hide them when not in use. The shiplap walls are painted in Benjamin Moore White Dove. Photo by Spacecrafting

House Renovation

Built Better Construction

Renovated Laundry Room with Butcher Block Countertops, Custom Soap Stone Sink/Dog Washing Station
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley laundry room in New York with wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Mariposa Project

Home Suite Design & Realty

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Driftwood Cottage

Home at 2 Design

Clean white shiplap, a vintage style porcelain hanging utility sink and simple open furnishings make make laundry time enjoyable. An adjacent two door closet houses all the clutter of cleaning supplies and keeps them out of sight. An antique giant clothespin hangs on the wall, an iron rod allows for hanging clothes to dry with the fresh air from three awning style windows.

Coatesville Farmhouse

Rittenhouse Builders

This is an example of a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Mudroom

Donna Guyler Design

Donna Guyler Design
Mid-sized beach style single-wall utility room in Gold Coast - Tweed with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors and grey floor.

New build - Proctor

Simon Burt Photography

Simon Burt
Mid-sized modern galley utility room in Cornwall with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Chestnut Hill

J. Stewart Designs

This is an example of a country u-shaped utility room in Jackson with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Private Residence

Duet Design Group

Multi-Function Laundry Room, Photo by David Lauer Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey floor and white benchtop.

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

Traditional Shingled Gambrel Retreat

Mitch Wise Design,Inc.

www.steinbergerphotos.com
Expansive traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Milwaukee with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, wood benchtops, slate floors and brown benchtop.

Alameda Bathrooms

Cathie Hong Interiors

We re-designed and renovated three bathrooms and a laundry/mudroom in this builder-grade tract home. All finishes were carefully sourced, and all millwork was designed and custom-built.

Beaucatcher Barn Home

Altura Architects

Bright laundry room with a rustic touch. Distressed wood countertop with storage above. Industrial looking pipe was install overhead to hang laundry. We used the timber frame of a century old barn to build this rustic modern house. The barn was dismantled, and reassembled on site. Inside, we designed the home to showcase as much of the original timber frame as possible. Photography by Todd Crawford

Princeton Basement & Laundry Room

New Outlooks Construction

http://www.newoutlooks.com/portfolio/botwood-laundry-basement/

Farmhouse Mudroom and Laundry Room

Trim Tech Designs

Raise your hand if you’ve ever been torn between style and functionality ?? We’ve all been there! Since every room in your home serves a different purpose, it’s up to you to decide how you want to balance the beauty and practicality of the space. I know what you’re thinking, “Up to me? That sounds like a lot of pressure!” Trust me, I’m getting anxious just thinking about putting together an entire house!? The good news is that our designers are pros at combining style and purpose to create a space that represents your uniqueness and actually functions well. Chat with one of our designers and start planning your dream home today!

East Coast Traditional

Fautt Homes

Mud room perfect for everyone to organize after school and rainy days.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley laundry cupboard in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

My Houzz: Color and Pattern Play Well in a Missouri Family Home

Jessica Cain

Jessica Cain © 2019 Houzz
Mid-sized beach style utility room in Kansas City with blue cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Wood Benchtops 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.