Marina Storm: Picture Perfect House
Inspiration for a transitional utility room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, grey walls and slate floors.

Lochley - Narrow Lakefront Lot

Visbeen Architects

Forget just one room with a view—Lochley has almost an entire house dedicated to capturing nature’s best views and vistas. Make the most of a waterside or lakefront lot in this economical yet elegant floor plan, which was tailored to fit a narrow lot and has more than 1,600 square feet of main floor living space as well as almost as much on its upper and lower levels. A dovecote over the garage, multiple peaks and interesting roof lines greet guests at the street side, where a pergola over the front door provides a warm welcome and fitting intro to the interesting design. Other exterior features include trusses and transoms over multiple windows, siding, shutters and stone accents throughout the home’s three stories. The water side includes a lower-level walkout, a lower patio, an upper enclosed porch and walls of windows, all designed to take full advantage of the sun-filled site. The floor plan is all about relaxation – the kitchen includes an oversized island designed for gathering family and friends, a u-shaped butler’s pantry with a convenient second sink, while the nearby great room has built-ins and a central natural fireplace. Distinctive details include decorative wood beams in the living and kitchen areas, a dining area with sloped ceiling and decorative trusses and built-in window seat, and another window seat with built-in storage in the den, perfect for relaxing or using as a home office. A first-floor laundry and space for future elevator make it as convenient as attractive. Upstairs, an additional 1,200 square feet of living space include a master bedroom suite with a sloped 13-foot ceiling with decorative trusses and a corner natural fireplace, a master bath with two sinks and a large walk-in closet with built-in bench near the window. Also included is are two additional bedrooms and access to a third-floor loft, which could functions as a third bedroom if needed. Two more bedrooms with walk-in closets and a bath are found in the 1,300-square foot lower level, which also includes a secondary kitchen with bar, a fitness room overlooking the lake, a recreation/family room with built-in TV and a wine bar perfect for toasting the beautiful view beyond.

Colorful Master Suite & Laundry Room

Ann McCulloch Shop & Studio

Countertop over washer and dryer. Upper cabinets were tied in to new crown molding. Photo by: David Hiser
Photo of a mid-sized traditional laundry room in Portland with quartz benchtops, linoleum floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Dramatic Family Home: Laundry/Mudroom

Wiles Design Group

In this Cedar Rapids residence, sophistication meets bold design, seamlessly integrating dynamic accents and a vibrant palette. Every detail is meticulously planned, resulting in a captivating space that serves as a modern haven for the entire family. Characterized by blue countertops and abundant storage, the laundry space effortlessly blends practicality and style. The mudroom is meticulously designed for streamlined organization. --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/cedar-rapids-dramatic-family-home-design

Edgewater - Entire Home Renovation

Mancuso Homes

Transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Queen Anne Kitchen and Laundry Room

Cornerstone Construction Group Inc.

Entry onto the spacious deck and backyard.
Photo of a small arts and crafts single-wall utility room in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, yellow walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Sasser Construction Parade of Homes Founders Pointe

Sasser Construction L.C.

Mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Ball Laundry & 2 Master's

Sara J Becker

ThriveRVA Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Richmond with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, green walls, linoleum floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Traditions 3100 Model at Bellemead

Allen Edwin Homes

Photo by Dan Zeeff
This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts galley dedicated laundry room in Detroit with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and raised-panel cabinets.

Orchard

Frahm Interiors - Burlington ON

Mid-sized midcentury utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

#RaspberryHillHouse - Main Floor and Porch

Alma Homes

Laura Rae Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, white cabinets, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, shaker cabinets and quartzite benchtops.

Cardinal Rd.

Holmes + Salter Interiors

Abby Caroline Photography
This is an example of an expansive transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Oakley Home Builders

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped laundry room in Chicago with green cabinets, slate floors, a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey benchtop and grey walls.

Total House Transformation

TailorCraft Builders, Inc.

Removed giant soaker tub from upstairs bathroom and transformed into a functional laundry room on the same floor as the bedrooms.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Baltimore with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

The Darby Lakes Home, Mudroom

The Creative Kitchen Company

This spacious laundry room/mudroom is conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Columbus with white cabinets, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor, black benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets and an undermount sink.

Renovation | Philadelphia Suburbs

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Inspiration for a traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and beaded inset cabinets.

Laundry Room

Normandy Remodeling

This second floor laundry room was part of a whole house renovation and addition completed by Normandy Remodeling. Award winning designer Vince Weber created this space for the homeowners in order to add convenience and functionality to their new addition.

Brewster Residence

Evolution Design Build Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall laundry room in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, slate floors and black floor.

BY HARDROCK CONSTRUCTION

HARDROCK CONSTRUCTION

Quartzite natural stone floors were laid to bring an updated flare to this century homes entry/mudroom/laundry back porch. Original windows were maintained and beadboard added. A salvaged double cast iron sink was installed in a sturdy cabinet that provides excellent needed storage. An upper cabinet was rescued from the basement and had new crown moulding and light rail added. The beautiful ceiling is original to the home.

Coming Home

Meadowlark Design+Build

Our client decided to move back into her family home to take care of her aging father. A remodel and size-appropriate addition transformed this home to allow both generations to live safely and comfortably. The addition allowed for a first floor master suite designed with aging-in-place design strategies. This remodel and addition was designed and built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photo credits Sean Carter

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Linoleum Floors and Slate 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.