Laundry room and mud room, exit to covered breezeway. Laundry sink with cabinet space, area for washing machines and extra refrigerator, coat rack and cubby for children's backpacks and sporting equipment.

Laundry Room

Great Rooms Building Group

Photo Credit: Kaskel Photo
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, grey splashback, granite splashback and grey benchtop.

Jenkintown Basement

Harth Builders

Mid-sized eclectic galley utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Starmark Kitchen, Laundry & Baths in Cherry Bridgeport & Maple White

Cabinetry by Better Bilt

Cabinetry: Starmark Style: Bridgeport w/ Five Piece Drawer Fronts Finish: Cherry Natural/Maple White Countertop: (Contractor Provided) Sink: (Contractor Provided) Hardware: (Contractor Provided) Tile: (Contractor Provided) Designer: Andrea Yeip Builder/Contractor: Holsbeke Construction

M Streets Complete Remodel

Construction Elements

Large traditional dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room

Willet Construction Inc.

The cabinetry was moved to one wall, rather than in the corner for better flow through the room and better balance. The finish and style match the kitchen right next door, as well as the flooring.

Modern Farm House

Pillar & Perch: Architects + Builders

Large laundry with slate floors and light blue farmhouse cabinets.
Large country single-wall utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and grey benchtop.

50 Cameron

Tag & Associates, LLC

Laundry rooms are becoming multifunctional spaces, blending utility with aesthetics. Smart technology is integrating into machines, making washing more efficient and environmentally friendly. As homes shrink in urban areas, optimizing space is crucial; hence, stackable units and foldable workstations are on the rise. Sustainable materials are favored, addressing environmental concerns. Designing for accessibility, accommodating different abilities and ages, is essential, ensuring everyone can navigate the space with ease.

Homely to Heart of the Home

12/12 Architects & Planners

Transitional galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Jenkintown Basement

Harth Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic galley utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

The Barkley

HMH Development, Inc.

Laundry Room connected to Owner's Closet
Photo of a country laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

3609 Grand Court

Tag & Associates, LLC

Design ideas for a large traditional single-wall utility room in Dallas with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

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Copper Hills Custom Homes

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Synterra Loop Project

First Choice Custom Builders

Nocona Barndominium

First Choice Custom Builders

Rustic laundry and mud room.
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Jenkintown Basement

Harth Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic galley utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Granite Splashback and Grey Walls

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.