Design ideas for a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Calgary with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and black benchtop.

Mavi Haven

Alair Homes - Salt Lake

Large arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Full Home Renovation with Addition in Towson

Byrd Design and Build

Design ideas for a contemporary dedicated laundry room in Baltimore with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, laminate floors and white benchtop.

Lavanderia en el Atico

Comodoos Interiores

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, white walls, laminate floors, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

EagleRidge57

Deb Lacroix Interior Design Services

Oak Barn Door
Inspiration for a small transitional laundry cupboard in Other with white walls, laminate floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Custom Laundry Room

WL Kitchen & Home

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall laundry cupboard in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, laminate floors and grey floor.

Westport

American Classic Homes

Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Old Home Renovation

BINYAN architecture studio

Children's bathroom with laundry rooom
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in New York with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

A basement bar

TG Kitchen

Inspiration for a small contemporary laundry room in New York with grey walls, laminate floors and grey floor.

Grey Oaks 128 Spec

Bob Buescher Homes

Design ideas for a small arts and crafts galley utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Outer Sunset Alterations

Thomas Rex Hardy, AIA

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

St. Paul Mudroom

B2 Design Build

Bob Geifer Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors, a stacked washer and dryer and yellow floor.

Laundry Dance Party

TriVistaUSA Design + Build

Darko Zagar
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial utility room in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and a drop-in sink.

The Northfield at The Crossings at Sweetbriar

Landmark Homes

This 1-story home with open floorplan includes 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Stylish hardwood flooring flows from the Foyer through the main living areas. The Kitchen with slate appliances and quartz countertops with tile backsplash. Off of the Kitchen is the Dining Area where sliding glass doors provide access to the screened-in porch and backyard. The Family Room, warmed by a gas fireplace with stone surround and shiplap, includes a cathedral ceiling adorned with wood beams. The Owner’s Suite is a quiet retreat to the rear of the home and features an elegant tray ceiling, spacious closet, and a private bathroom with double bowl vanity and tile shower. To the front of the home is an additional bedroom, a full bathroom, and a private study with a coffered ceiling and barn door access.

Bathroom/Laundry Room Combination Project

Jeff's Custom Painting

This photo was taken after the walls and ceiling had been painted. One coat of paint was applied to the ceiling and two coats of paint to the walls and window molding and jamb. Products Used: * KILZ PVA Primer * DAP AMP Caulk * Behr Premium Plus Interior Satin Enamel Paint (Tostada) * Behr Premium Plus Interior Flat Ceiling Paint (Ultra Pure White) * Sherwin-Williams Interior Satin Pro Classic Paint (Extra White)

Rustic Mudroom/Laundry

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Alder wood storage bench with our custom Antique White stained finish. Mandi B Photography
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured benchtop.

Streeterville Residence

Kuklinski + Rappe Architects

Laundry + Mudroom, Leslie Schwartz Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, laminate floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Terri and Jim's Remodel

Agate Architecture, LLC

Mud room and laundry room combination, with colorful hooks for coats and shoe storage cubbies under a custom built-in bench.
Small contemporary galley utility room in Other with white walls, laminate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Prytania Street

Dixie Construction, LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in New Orleans with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Finished Basement with Laundry Room and Bathroom

Edge Construction

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Inspiration for a small traditional laundry room in Other with an utility sink, grey walls and laminate floors.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Laminate 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.