Renovation & Full Furnishing, Alphington

A reorganised laundry space, with a dedicated spot for all the essentials.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Nepean

Distinct Innovations Pty Ltd

Built on the beautiful Nepean River in Penrith overlooking the Blue Mountains. Capturing the water and mountain views were imperative as well as achieving a design that catered for the hot summers and cold winters in Western Sydney. Before we could embark on design, pre-lodgement meetings were held with the head of planning to discuss all the environmental constraints surrounding the property. The biggest issue was potential flooding. Engineering flood reports were prepared prior to designing so we could design the correct floor levels to avoid the property from future flood waters. The design was created to capture as much of the winter sun as possible and blocking majority of the summer sun. This is an entertainer's home, with large easy flowing living spaces to provide the occupants with a certain casualness about the space but when you look in detail you will see the sophistication and quality finishes the owner was wanting to achieve.

TAS, Davies Design & Construction

Housing Industry Association - HIA

A combination of bricks, cement sheet, copper and Colorbond combine harmoniously to produce a striking street appeal. Internally the layout follows the client's brief to maintain a level of privacy for multiple family members while also taking advantage of the view and north facing orientation. The level of detail and finish is exceptional throughout the home with the added complexity of incorporating building materials sourced from overseas.

Kincumber House

Danielle Victoria Design Studio P/L

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, beige floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Brunswick Parlour

Mihaly Slocombe

Brunswick Parlour transforms a Victorian cottage into a hard-working, personalised home for a family of four. Our clients loved the character of their Brunswick terrace home, but not its inefficient floor plan and poor year-round thermal control. They didn't need more space, they just needed their space to work harder. The front bedrooms remain largely untouched, retaining their Victorian features and only introducing new cabinetry. Meanwhile, the main bedroom’s previously pokey en suite and wardrobe have been expanded, adorned with custom cabinetry and illuminated via a generous skylight. At the rear of the house, we reimagined the floor plan to establish shared spaces suited to the family’s lifestyle. Flanked by the dining and living rooms, the kitchen has been reoriented into a more efficient layout and features custom cabinetry that uses every available inch. In the dining room, the Swiss Army Knife of utility cabinets unfolds to reveal a laundry, more custom cabinetry, and a craft station with a retractable desk. Beautiful materiality throughout infuses the home with warmth and personality, featuring Blackbutt timber flooring and cabinetry, and selective pops of green and pink tones. The house now works hard in a thermal sense too. Insulation and glazing were updated to best practice standard, and we’ve introduced several temperature control tools. Hydronic heating installed throughout the house is complemented by an evaporative cooling system and operable skylight. The result is a lush, tactile home that increases the effectiveness of every existing inch to enhance daily life for our clients, proving that good design doesn’t need to add space to add value.

Rouse St, Port Melbourne

M.J.Harris Group

The industrial feel carries from the bathroom into the laundry, with the same tiles used throughout creating a sleek finish to a commonly mundane space. With room for both the washing machine and dryer under the bench, there is plenty of space for sorting laundry. Unique to our client’s lifestyle, a second fridge also lives in the laundry for all their entertaining needs.

The Modern Tudor

Fitch Design Company

A mixed use mud room featuring open lockers, bright geometric tile and built in closets.
Large transitional u-shaped utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, multi-coloured walls and ceramic floors.

Warriewood Kitchen + Laundry

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Inspiration for a small modern galley utility room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured benchtop.

Modern Luxe Family Home, Markham ON

avenue design inc

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Kingsway

Pizzale Design Inc.

This contemporary compact laundry room packs a lot of punch and personality. With it's gold fixtures and hardware adding some glitz, the grey cabinetry, industrial floors and patterned backsplash tile brings interest to this small space. Fully loaded with hanging racks, large accommodating sink, vacuum/ironing board storage & laundry shoot, this laundry room is not only stylish but function forward.

The Breezeway

Heliconia

Marble penny rounds, brass handles and an integrated laundry chute make for a convenient and beautiful laundry space.
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, marble splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, grey splashback and grey floor.

Freshen Up

Sandbox Studio®

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall laundry room in Sydney with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, white walls, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Spaces

Rachael Elise Design

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, quartzite benchtops, ceramic splashback, white benchtop, grey splashback, white walls and light hardwood floors.

Mid-Century Ranch Home Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

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Mid-sized country galley utility room in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Villa M&G

manuarino architettura design comunicazione.

stanza lavanderia con lavatrice, asciugatrice e spazio storage
Contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Laundry with hanging rails and subway tiles

Improva

Mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Old World Goes Modern - Scotts Valley

Lewis Design-Build-Remodel

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, brick splashback, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Karaka Lifestyle Laundry

Du Bois Design Ltd

Design ideas for 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.

ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit)

Debra Winston, UDCP

The stacked washer and dryer are a compact solution for a tight space. The heat pump dryer us ductless, saving energy and money.
This is an example of a small transitional single-wall utility room in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and yellow benchtop.

Dollingston

Shalford Interiors

Created for a renovated and extended home, this bespoke solid poplar kitchen has been handpainted in Farrow & Ball Wevet with Railings on the island and driftwood oak internals throughout. Luxury Calacatta marble has been selected for the island and splashback with highly durable and low maintenance Silestone quartz for the work surfaces. The custom crafted breakfast cabinet, also designed with driftwood oak internals, includes a conveniently concealed touch-release shelf for prepping tea and coffee as a handy breakfast station. A statement Lacanche range cooker completes the luxury look.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Grey Splashback and Orange Splashback

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.