Design ideas for a small modern single-wall utility room in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

David Reid Homes Canterbury - Sterling Park Showhome

NC Design Ltd

David Reid Homes
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Christchurch with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, concrete floors, a single-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

French Neoclassic- Naperville, IL

Charleston Building and Development

Large eclectic l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Rustic Home Remodel

McCue Construction, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Embracing Space

7 Towns

This is an example of a large contemporary galley utility room in Melbourne with porcelain floors, brown floor, a drop-in sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, an integrated washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Ravenswood Ground Floor Utility Room

Studio Fabbri

The compact and functional ground floor utility room and WC has been positioned where the original staircase used to be in the centre of the house. We kept to a paired down utilitarian style and palette when designing this practical space. A run of bespoke birch plywood full height cupboards for coats and shoes and a laundry cupboard with a stacked washing machine and tumble dryer. Tucked at the end is an enamel bucket sink and lots of open shelving storage. A simple white grid of tiles and the natural finish cork flooring which runs through out the house.

Kirribilli Renovation

Braeside Building & Joinery

Simple and clean laundry.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Sydney with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Project Montmorency

GDP Interior Design

Jessie May Photography
This is an example of a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

An Entertainers Dream, Apartment Living

Western Cabinets

Large galley dedicated laundry room in Perth with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

DCM Building Design

Design ideas for a small beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Sunshine Coast with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Contemporary Family Home

Weaver Custom Homes

Inspiration for a contemporary galley utility room with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls and black benchtop.

Contemporary Laundry Room with Soapstone Counter

emma delon

Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange floor and black benchtop.

A Modern Kitchen for a Retreat in the Woods

Amazing Spaces

This is a multi-functional space serving as side entrance, mudroom, laundry room and walk-in pantry all within in a footprint of 125 square feet. The mudroom wish list included a coat closet, shoe storage and a bench, as well as hooks for hats, bags, coats, etc. which we located on its own wall. The opposite wall houses the laundry equipment and sink. The front-loading washer and dryer gave us the opportunity for a folding counter above and helps create a more finished look for the room. The sink is tucked in the corner with a faucet that doubles its utility serving chilled carbonated water with the turn of a dial. The walk-in pantry element of the space is by far the most important for the client. They have a lot of storage needs that could not be completely fulfilled as part of the concurrent kitchen renovation. The function of the pantry had to include a second refrigerator as well as dry food storage and organization for many large serving trays and baskets. To maximize the storage capacity of the small space, we designed the walk-in pantry cabinet in the corner and included deep wall cabinets above following the slope of the ceiling. A library ladder with handrails ensures the upper storage is readily accessible and safe for this older couple to use on a daily basis. A new herringbone tile floor was selected to add varying shades of grey and beige to compliment the faux wood grain laminate cabinet doors. A new skylight brings in needed natural light to keep the space cheerful and inviting. The cookbook shelf adds personality and a shot of color to the otherwise neutral color scheme that was chosen to visually expand the space. Storage for all of its uses is neatly hidden in a beautifully designed compact package!

Lake Bend Rd. 2014

Maric Homes & Renovations

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Lirio Residents

McClure Construction, Inc.

Custom wood cabinets.
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with an utility sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

View From The Top

LMK Interiors

Light and airy laundry room with vertical wood grain cabinetry, Caesarstone quartz countertops and Ann Sacks Terrazzo tile floors.
This is an example of a large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop and porcelain floors.

Just this Once, Twice, Forever

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bulimba Project

Space Constructions

Contemporary dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and light wood cabinets.

Modern and Fun Laundry Room

Oxbow & Olin Design Studio

Modern black and white porcelain floor with a bold geometric pattern. Gray and black tie-dye marble countertops with natural white oak cabinetry. Cute cross marble hardware adds a designer touch to this laundry room.

Botanical Abode

Tempus Design Studio Pty Ltd

Liz Andrews Photography and Design
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Light Wood Cabinets and White Walls

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.