Make a closet laundry space work harder and look better by surrounding the washer and dryer with smart solutions.
Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Charlotte with wood benchtops, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop and green walls.

West Perry Street

Rethink Design Studio

Richard Leo Johnson Wall Color: Smokestack Gray - Regal Wall Satin, Flat Latex (Benjamin Moore) Cabinetry Color: Smokestack Gray - Regal Wall Satin, Flat Latex (Benjamin Moore) Cabinetry Hardware: 7" Brushed Brass - Lewis Dolin Counter Surface: Marble slab Window Treatment Fabric: Ikat Ocean - Laura Lienhard Desk Chair: Antique (reupholstered and repainted) Light Fixture: Circa Lighting

Highland Park Laundry Room

Kelly Martin Interiors

Photo: Meghan Bob Photography
Design ideas for a small modern dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and an undermount sink.

Nudging Near Net Zero

Meadowlark Design+Build

A laundry room is housed behind these sliding barn doors in the upstairs hallway in this near-net-zero custom built home built by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Architectural Resource, Photography: Joshua Caldwell

ASID Showcase House Laundry

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

Original to the home was a beautiful stained glass window. The homeowner’s wanted to reuse it and since the laundry room had no exterior window, it was perfect. Natural light from the skylight above the back stairway filters through it and illuminates the laundry room. What was an otherwise mundane space now showcases a beautiful art piece. The room also features one of Cambria’s newest counter top colors, Parys. The rich blue and gray tones are seen again in the blue wall paint and the stainless steel sink and faucet finish. Twin Cities Closet Company provided for this small space making the most of every square inch.

Mulberry Modern

Insignia Homes

Contemporary l-shaped laundry room in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Moving On Up

Uccello Development, LLC

This coastal farmhouse design is destined to be an instant classic. This classic and cozy design has all of the right exterior details, including gray shingle siding, crisp white windows and trim, metal roofing stone accents and a custom cupola atop the three car garage. It also features a modern and up to date interior as well, with everything you'd expect in a true coastal farmhouse. With a beautiful nearly flat back yard, looking out to a golf course this property also includes abundant outdoor living spaces, a beautiful barn and an oversized koi pond for the owners to enjoy.

Travis & Ben's 1932 Tudor

Arciform

The closet system and laundry space affords these traveling homeowners a place to prep for their travels.
Mid-sized transitional galley laundry cupboard in Portland with medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Lake Hodges Whole Home Remodel

Lars Remodeling & Design

This spectacular family home situated above Lake Hodges in San Diego with sweeping views, was a complete interior and partial exterior remodel. Having gone untouched for decades, the home presented a unique challenge in that it was comprised of many cramped, unpermitted rooms and spaces that had been added over the years, stifling the home's true potential. Our team gutted the home down to the studs and started nearly from scratch. The end result is simply stunning. Light, bright, and modern, the new version of this home demonstrates the power of thoughtful architectural planning, creative problem solving, and expert design details.

Indianapolis

Kelly Shepard Designs.

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

White Sails Mid-Century Modern

Patterson Custom Homes

Photo of a midcentury utility room in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Monvisto Cabin

The Cabinet Gallery

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and light hardwood floors.

Wawasee Lake House

BBG Construction

Inspiration for a beach style single-wall laundry cupboard in Indianapolis with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Traditional Kitchen with Industrial elements

Extreme Design

This is an example of a transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

McRae Mews

Hungerford Interior Design

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Goldsmith Neighborhood Town Home

Studio Design LLC

Virtuance Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and an undermount sink.

Monte Sereno Residence

Isaman design, Inc.

Nestled in the hills of Monte Sereno, this family home is a large Spanish Style residence. Designed around a central axis, views to the native oaks and landscape are highlighted by a large entry door and 20’ wide by 10’ tall glass doors facing the rear patio. Inside, custom decorative trusses connect the living and kitchen spaces. Modern amenities in the large kitchen like the double island add a contemporary touch to an otherwise traditional home. The home opens up to the back of the property where an extensive covered patio is ideal for entertaining, cooking, and living.

Custom Hillside Estate

Cullum Homes

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with white cabinets, blue walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

7th Avenue North

Naples ReDevelopment, Inc.

Photo of a transitional galley laundry room in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, white walls and light hardwood floors.

Kristen's Laundry Room

Grassroots Design

JVL Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Ottawa with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors and Bamboo 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.