Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Lux Modern

Prime Realty

Maddox Photography
Small contemporary galley laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Small kitchen renovation

Sublime Spaces

DMF Images
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Bandera Manor Farmhouse

J Marhofer Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Austin with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Bellingham, WA Residence

Camano Custom Cabinets

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped laundry room in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls and brick floors.

Vintage laundry room

Joie De Vie Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Oklahoma City with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor and beige benchtop.

Pleasanton Custom Home

Ridgecrest Designs

Second-floor laundry room with real Chicago reclaimed brick floor laid in a herringbone pattern. Mixture of green painted and white oak stained cabinetry. Farmhouse sink and white subway tile backsplash. Butcher block countertops.

Alma Road Renovation - Hunting For George

DIY Blinds

Photo of a contemporary single-wall laundry room in Melbourne with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, black benchtop, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Lakefront Lodge

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, light hardwood floors, brown floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Finchampstead- Family Home

Reyne Design

Fun and playful utility, laundry room with WC, cloak room.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Berkshire with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, pink splashback, ceramic splashback, green walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Repurposing an Attic

Next Stage Design + Build

Laundry room added to attic
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall utility room in San Francisco with light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, vaulted and wallpaper.

Timber 2 tone

Evoke Kitchens

This two tone kitchen is so well matched.Light and bright with a warmth through out. Kitchen table matching worktops and the same timber wrapping the kitchen. Very modern touch with the handleless island.David Murphy photography

Tennessee Farm House

Scott Wilson Architect, LLC

This laundry Room celebrates the act of service with vaulted ceiling, desk area and plenty of work surface laundry folding and crafts. Photo by Reed brown

Rustic Kitchen

DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Amarillo

These new stainless steel front load washer/dryer set paired with the stained wood cabinetry carry the beauty of the kitchen into this adjacent laundry room.

Astoria II - Custom Home Design in Naples, Florida

South Florida Architecture

Photos by Context Media/Naples, FL
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

2486 5 Bedroom Transitional Ranch Home - 4715 154th St

Integrity Home Builders

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Central Texas Custom Home

Dawn Hearn Interior Design

Counter is Minuet by LG. Cabinets are painted Sherwin Williams 7019 Gauntlet Gray. Emtek cabinet hardware. Walls are 7015 Repose Gray by Sherwin Williams. Tre Dunham with Fine Focus Photography

Laundry Room Organization

Keating Moore Construction

Ron Rosenzweig
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and an undermount sink.

Ranch Renovation - Laundry Room

Paxton Place Design

Laundry room's are one of the most utilized spaces in the home so it's paramount that the design is not only functional but characteristic of the client. To continue with the rustic farmhouse aesthetic, we wanted to give our client the ability to walk into their laundry room and be happy about being in it. Custom laminate cabinetry in a sage colored green pairs with the green and white landscape scene wallpaper on the ceiling. To add more texture, white square porcelain tiles are on the sink wall, while small bead board painted green to match the cabinetry is on the other walls. The large sink provides ample space to wash almost anything and the brick flooring is a perfect touch of utilitarian that the client desired.

North Glenmore (Custom)

Elle Peters Design

Traditional-industrial custom bungalow in Calgary.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional laundry room in Calgary with black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors and Brick 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.