Design ideas for a transitional dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and blue cabinets.

Brighton Kitchen and Laundry/Butler's Pantry

The Kitchen Design Centre

Designer: Michael Simpson; Photography by Yvonne Menegol
This is an example of a small modern l-shaped utility room in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Multi purpose Room - Butlers Pantry, Laundry & Mud Room

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Laundry and Butlers Pantry matched with beautiful light wooden flooring.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley utility room in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Modern mood

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Tom Roe
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped laundry room in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Natural Habitat

Nor-Son Custom Builders

Scott Amundson Photography
Country dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige walls and light hardwood floors.

Conifer- Kiawah

Harper Construction Inc.

William Quarrels
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped laundry room in Charleston with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, beige walls and light hardwood floors.

1341 RR

Weaver Custom Homes

Design ideas for a country dedicated laundry room with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, yellow floor, red benchtop, wood and wood walls.

West Valley Residence - Home Design & Furniture

Beckman 's

Inspiration for a country laundry room in Other with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Palm Jumeirah Apartment

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Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in Other with a double-bowl sink, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Glen Canyon Rd. Altadena, CA

Cabinet City

ABH
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped laundry room in Los Angeles with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Multi purpose Room - Butlers Pantry, Laundry & Mud Room

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Multi purpose room with loads of storage for pantry items, laundry and mudroom to dump those dirty shoes at the end of the day.
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian galley utility room in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Multi purpose Room - Butlers Pantry, Laundry & Mud Room

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Butlers Pantry for additional pantry items and overflow to keep clutter hidden from main kitchen space.
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley utility room in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Brighton Kitchen and Laundry/Butler's Pantry

The Kitchen Design Centre

Designer: Michael Simpson; Photography by Yvonne Menegol
Photo of a small modern l-shaped utility room in Melbourne with a double-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

1341 RR

Weaver Custom Homes

Design ideas for a country dedicated laundry room with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, light hardwood floors, yellow floor, wood and wood walls.

1341 RR

Weaver Custom Homes

This is an example of a country dedicated laundry room with a double-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, yellow floor, red benchtop, wood and wood walls.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Double-bowl Sink and Light Hardwood 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.