This room was a clean slate and need storage, counter space for folding and hanging place for drying clothes. To add interest to the neutral walls, I added faux brick wall panels and painted them the same shade as the rest of the walls.

Italian Vista

Black Rock Construction Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, carpet, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, beige benchtop and beige walls.

Stone and Cedar Colonial in Purchase, NY

Georgio Home

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Riverbottoms Remodel

Studio McGee

Shop the Look, See the Photo Tour here: https://www.studio-mcgee.com/search?q=Riverbottoms+remodel Watch the Webisode: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFvc6K0dvK3camdK1QewUkZZL9TL9kmgy

Victorian Transformation

In Ex Design

Credit: Photography by Matt Round Photography.
This is an example of a small contemporary galley utility room in Devon with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, multi-coloured floor, linoleum floors and brown benchtop.

Landry Today or Naked Tomorrow

Tiffany Beachy Designs

After removing an old hairdresser's sink, this laundry was a blank slate. Needs; cleaning cabinet, utility sink, laundry sorting. Custom cabinets were made to fit the space including shelves for laundry baskets, a deep utility sink, and additional storage space underneath for cleaning supplies. The tall closet cabinet holds brooms, mop, and vacuums. A decorative shelf adds a place to hang dry clothes and an opportunity for a little extra light. A fun handmade sign was added to lighten the mood in an otherwise solely utilitarian space.

Laundry / Mudroom - Ellison (Kelowna)

STOR-X Organizing Systems, Kelowna

Laundry Room Cabinetry in Designer Finish - Sandalwood, with Brushed Nickel Hardware. STOR-X Organizing Systems, Kelowna
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey walls, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and a drop-in sink.

Laundry Room gets a Multi-Use Overhaul

Lampert Lumber - Rice Lake

This previous laundry room got an overhaul makeover with a kitchenette addition for a large family. The extra kitchen space allows this family to have multiple cooking locations for big gatherings, while also still providing a large laundry area and storage.

Laundry room with beadboard cabinetry and linoleum floor

CabinetWerks by Orren Pickell

http://www.cabinetwerks.com. Laundry room with beadboard cabinets and blue linoleum flooring. Photo by Linda Oyama Bryan. Cabinetry by Wood-Mode/Brookhaven.

Laundry and mud room with custom dog wash

Jennifer Ryan Design

The door goes directly into the garage so the family can shed muddy shoes and coats as they enter the house. Debbie Schwab Photography
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped utility room in Seattle with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow walls, linoleum floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Intercourse, PA Custom Home, Laundry/Mud Room

Norman L Graham Inc

Beautiful laundry room with custom cabinetry made for the washer and dryer
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional utility room in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige walls, linoleum floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Basement Laundry Room

Four Blocks South

Photo of a country laundry room in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Gourmet Laundry Room

Nest Designs LLC

This gorgeous laundry room is beautiful and practical. There are shut-off valves for the washer located in the cabinetry just above the washing machine. The lift-up doors make it easy to access the water lines as needed. There is a pull out ironing board in the base cabinetry and a silgranite sink (not pictured). We used vinyl tile squares with grout for the flooring. This space is absolutely gorgeous in person. Photo by Bealer Photographic Arts.

Pedee

Creekside Homes Inc

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige walls, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, quartz benchtops, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room & Mudrooms

Independent Paint & Flooring

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Landry Today or Naked Tomorrow

Tiffany Beachy Designs

The Owl Project

TK Building & Design

Photo of a small transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Project 2867-2 Longfellow Minneapolis Basement Remodel + Laundry + Storage

Castle Building & Remodeling

This Arts & Crafts home in the Longfellow neighborhood of Minneapolis was built in 1926 and has all the features associated with that traditional architectural style. After two previous remodels (essentially the entire 1st & 2nd floors) the homeowners were ready to remodel their basement. The existing basement floor was in rough shape so the decision was made to remove the old concrete floor and pour an entirely new slab. A family room, spacious laundry room, powder bath, a huge shop area and lots of added storage were all priorities for the project. Working with and around the existing mechanical systems was a challenge and resulted in some creative ceiling work, and a couple of quirky spaces! Custom cabinetry from The Woodshop of Avon enhances nearly every part of the basement, including a unique recycling center in the basement stairwell. The laundry also includes a Paperstone countertop, and one of the nicest laundry sinks you’ll ever see. Come see this project in person, September 29 – 30th on the 2018 Castle Home Tour.

Basement Laundry Room

Four Blocks South

Country laundry room in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

8838 Camfield Court

Classic Cottages LLC

Photo of a laundry cupboard in DC Metro with beige walls, carpet and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Linoleum Floors and Carpet

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.