Mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Kitchen install with Silestone worktops

C E P (CARLISLE) LTD

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, vinyl floors and grey floor.

Alder

Sky Creek Homes

Mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Grapevine Whole House Remodel

ZFE Renovations

This laundry room is small but efficient with a countertop over the washer and dryer, tall utility cabinets with storage for cleaning supplies, and a hanging space.

Contemporary Laundry Room with Rift White Oak Cabinetry

MAK Design + Build Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

From Dakota to Cape May - Contemporary Farmhouse at the Beach

O'Connor Home Design

What is a better way to spice up a boring laundry room at the beach than with fun cabinet knobs???
Photo of a small eclectic single-wall dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, blue walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Reimagined Ranch | Beaverton Home Addition

Mountainwood Homes

Mid-sized beach style l-shaped utility room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Seabrook

Missy Stewart Designs

Seabrook features miles of shoreline just 30 minutes from downtown Houston. Our clients found the perfect home located on a canal with bay access, but it was a bit dated. Freshening up a home isn’t just paint and furniture, though. By knocking down some walls in the main living area, an open floor plan brightened the space and made it ideal for hosting family and guests. Our advice is to always add in pops of color, so we did just with brass. The barstools, light fixtures, and cabinet hardware compliment the airy, white kitchen. The living room’s 5 ft wide chandelier pops against the accent wall (not that it wasn’t stunning on its own, though). The brass theme flows into the laundry room with built-in dog kennels for the client’s additional family members. We love how bright and airy this bayside home turned out!

Americana Farmhouse | Hillsboro Whole House Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

White shaker cabinets with gray countertops in the laundry room.
Photo of a small country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

San Jose (mud / Laundry room)

Pixel Design and Build

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, brown benchtop, exposed beam and panelled walls.

San Jose (mud / Laundry room)

Pixel Design and Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, brown benchtop, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Accessible Master en Suite Addition

Square Deal Construction Company, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, blue walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Accessible Master en Suite Addition

Square Deal Construction Company, LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, blue walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Accessible Master en Suite Addition

Square Deal Construction Company, LLC

Accessible Master en Suite Addition

Square Deal Construction Company, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, blue walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Greenfield Master Bath & Mudroom

Structural Dimensions, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Accessible Master en Suite Addition

Square Deal Construction Company, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, blue walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Grey Splashback and Vinyl 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.