Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

St. Simons Retreat

Dove Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

19 Watchtower Lane, Watersound

Envision Builders Group

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style single-wall laundry cupboard in Miami with white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and shaker cabinets.

Crystal Cove Newport Coast

Interiors By Patrick

Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean utility room in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

City Lights

Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.

Contractor: Welch Forsman Photography: Scott Amundson
Design ideas for a contemporary laundry cupboard in Minneapolis with white cabinets, metallic splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Collingham Project

Making Spaces

This is an example of a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall utility room in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, light hardwood floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Ross redo

Caitlin Jones Design

Vivian Johnson
Inspiration for a country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Lake Side Residence

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Photography by Melissa Mills, Designed by Terri Sears, Lighting done by Jan Walters with Hermitage Lighting
This is an example of a small beach style galley utility room in Nashville with recessed-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige cabinets.

Hillside Hideaway : Mudroom Laundry Room

Sarah Barnard Design LLC

A mudroom with a laundry cabinet features large windows that provide an abundance of natural light. The custom screens, made from Ash and natural rattan cane webbing, incorporate built-in vents to conceal the washer and dryer while in use.

Prospect-Lefferts Gardens Townhouse

Amanda Kirkpatrick Photography

Amanda Kirkpatrick Johann Grobler Architects
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Batesford Ridge House

RT Architects

Photo of a contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Geelong with an integrated sink, black cabinets, wood benchtops, subway tile splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Woodland Hills Full Flip/Remodel

Affordable Kitchens

Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Extension & Remodel, Passage

Sigma Homes

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Laundry Room

Closet Factory

Revamping the laundry room brings a blend of functionality and style to an often-overlooked space. Upgrading appliances to energy-efficient models enhances efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. Custom cabinetry and shelving solutions maximize storage for detergents, cleaning supplies, and laundry essentials, promoting an organized and clutter-free environment. Consideration of ergonomic design, such as a folding counter or ironing station, streamlines tasks and adds a touch of convenience. Thoughtful lighting choices, perhaps with LED fixtures or natural light sources, contribute to a bright and inviting atmosphere. Flooring upgrades for durability, such as water-resistant tiles or easy-to-clean materials, can withstand the demands of laundry tasks. Ultimately, a remodeled laundry room not only elevates its practical functionality but also transforms it into a well-designed, efficient space that makes the often-dreaded chore of laundry a more pleasant experience.

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.

2017 ARDA - Indoor Living - Visbeen Architects, Inc. (1)

AIBD - American Institute of Building Design

The residence on the third level of this live/work space is completely private. The large living room features a brick wall with a long linear fireplace and gray toned furniture with leather accents. The dining room features banquette seating with a custom table with built in leaves to extend the table for dinner parties. The kitchen also has the ability to grow with its custom one of a kind island including a pullout table. An ARDA for indoor living goes to Visbeen Architects, Inc. Designers: Visbeen Architects, Inc. with Vision Interiors by Visbeen From: East Grand Rapids, Michigan

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.

St Henry Family Home

Springhouse Architects, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

| Northwest Hills Modern |

Amy Pearson Design

APD was hired to update the primary bathroom and laundry room of this ranch style family home. Included was a request to add a powder bathroom where one previously did not exist to help ease the chaos for the young family. The design team took a little space here and a little space there, coming up with a reconfigured layout including an enlarged primary bathroom with large walk-in shower, a jewel box powder bath, and a refreshed laundry room including a dog bath for the family’s four legged member!

Harlem Brownstone Renovation

Bolster

Design-build gut renovation of a Harlem brownstone laundry room. Features wide-plank light hardwood floors and a utility sink.
Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in New York with an utility sink, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with 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.