Contemporary Custom Built ins, Bernardsville

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Philadelphia with recessed-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, laminate floors, black floor and grey walls.

Loft conversion into a Wardrobe for additional storage

Brightman Furniture

Everything is hidden inside: there is a different storage types, all your items can be placed here. Meet the perfect space organizing unit.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in London with white cabinets, white walls, laminate floors and black floor.

The Westwind

Anderson Homes

Design ideas for a single-wall utility room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Riccarton Renovation

Greywacke Interiors

Photo Credit: Jamie Armstrong
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Christchurch with an undermount sink, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Charles

Evolve Kitchen Design

These fantastic stacking washing and drying machines show off the compact design of the utility room perfectly.
Photo of a small beach style l-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, laminate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Riccarton Renovation

Greywacke Interiors

Photo Credit: Jamie Armstrong
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Christchurch with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Riccarton Renovation

Greywacke Interiors

Photo Credit: Jamie Armstrong
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Christchurch with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Laminate Floors and Black Floor

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.