Salon refurbishment - Washroom artwork adds to the industrial loft feel with the textural cladding.
This is an example of a mid-sized industrial u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, black walls, vinyl floors, grey floor, black benchtop and panelled walls.

White Gum House

Lydia Maskiell Interiors

Anjie Blair Photography
Large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Hobart with a drop-in sink, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, black walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Keperra House

Atelier Chen Hung

Internal spaces on the contrary display a sense of warmth and softness, with the use of materials such as locally sourced Cypress Pine and Hoop Pine plywood panels throughout. Photography by Alicia Taylor

Laundry Room

A Better Closet

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Birmingham with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

The Shady Beach House

Bria Hammel Interiors

Interiors | Bria Hammel Interiors Builder | Copper Creek MN Architect | David Charlez Designs Photographer | Laura Rae Photography
This is an example of a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black walls, vinyl floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Kelvin Grove

Aubrey Reisinger Interior Design

Mudroom Detail | Aubrey Reisigner
Photo of a transitional galley laundry room in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, laminate benchtops, black walls, a stacked washer and dryer and grey cabinets.

Cabbagetown House - Laundry Room

Jacklynn Little Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley laundry cupboard in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, laminate benchtops, black walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white cabinets.

Laundry Room

A Better Closet

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Birmingham with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, black walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Laminate Benchtops and Black 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.