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.

Laundry room

Avenir Kitchen and Bath

Laundry room designed in small room with high ceiling. This wall unit has enough storage cabinets, foldable ironing board, laminate countertop, hanging rod for clothes, and vacuum cleaning storage.

Hildebrandt basement

Ruffner Remodeling and Repair, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, laminate benchtops, white walls, carpet, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and exposed beam.

Distinguished Laundry Room

User

Modern Laundry Room, Cobalt Grey, Fantastic Storage for Vacuum Cleaner and Brooms
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped laundry cupboard in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Californian Bungalow Makeover

Inside Out Colour and Design

A bright laundry has plenty of storage, good lighting, fridge and dishwasher and a guest toilet. The tub had to be big enough to bath a small dog.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Boone Fork Custom Home

VPC Builders, LLC

Photography by Bernard Russo
Expansive country galley utility room in Charlotte with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, red cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Perfectly at Home - bulthaup b3 kitchen in Flint and White

Hobsons Choice

A white utility room featuring stacked freestanding appliances, storage cabinets and sink area. Darren Chung
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Our Sanctuary

G&M Craftsman Cabinets

When the collaboration between client, builder and cabinet maker comes together perfectly the end result is one we are all very proud of. The clients had many ideas which evolved as the project was taking shape and as the budget changed. Through hours of planning and preparation the end result was to achieve the level of design and finishes that the client, builder and cabinet expect without making sacrifices or going over budget. Soft Matt finishes, solid timber, stone, brass tones, porcelain, feature bathroom fixtures and high end appliances all come together to create a warm, homely and sophisticated finish. The idea was to create spaces that you can relax in, work from, entertain in and most importantly raise your young family in. This project was fantastic to work on and the result shows that why would you ever want to leave home?

West Pennant Hills: House Renovation Sydney 2120

The Renovation Broker

Inspiration for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room

Design ideas for an expansive transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Watergate East Renovation

Sophie Design

LAUNDRY ROOM with beautiful ebony custom designed barn door, built-in cabinetry, Bosch Washer and Dryer
This is an example of a small modern laundry cupboard in DC Metro with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Contemporary Acreage Home

AG Woodcrafting Inc.

Tall cabinets provide a place for laundry baskets while abet laminate cabinetry gives ample storage for other household goods
Mid-sized contemporary dedicated laundry room in Edmonton with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and yellow benchtop.

Laundry & Bathroom Rehab, Blackburn

PCM Carpentry - Renovation Specialists!

Minimalist, clean white laundry and bathroom rehab in Blackburn family home. These striking grey wood-look tiles really make an impression! The perfect budget friendly rehab for a busy family.

KARRALTA PARK LAUNDRY

Antipode Interiors

Photo of a small traditional single-wall laundry room in Adelaide with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls and porcelain floors.

The Perfect Lake House

E.W. Kitchens

The bead board inset cabinetry perfectly matches the white walls to create a picture perfect laundry room for this beachfront home. Next to the washer and drier is the perfect spot to wash off the family pet. - Photography by Beth Singer

Distinguished Laundry Room

User

Modern Laundry Room, Cobalt Grey, sorting the Laundry by Fabric and Color
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped laundry cupboard in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

The Newcomer

Affinity Homes LLC

Photo of a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen and Mud/Laundry Room Hinsdale, IL

Fusion Interior Design Inc.

Beautiful transformation of my client's kitchen along with their mud/laundry room area. Total gut renovation. Mud/Laundry room took on warm grey tones in it's cabinetry and porcelain tile floor. Movement and interest were added in the countertops with using a beautiful new pattern from Formica.

Villa addition

Royale Kitchens Ltd

Mark Scowen photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Auckland with white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, flat-panel cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls and beige floor.

West Pennant Hills: House Renovation Sydney 2120

The Renovation Broker

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Laminate Benchtops

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.