This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. Between the cabinetry and blue fantasy marble countertop sits a luxuriously tiled backsplash. This beautiful backsplash hides the door to necessary valves, its outline barely visible while allowing easy access.

Laundry Room Remodel

Katharine Andrews Interiors LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, grey walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Full remodel and Addition

HRS BUILD

Spacious and contemporary laundry room remodel.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary dedicated laundry room in Dallas with multi-coloured splashback, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Coffee and Tea in the Scullery: Laundry Room

Tamara Day Design

Photo of a galley dedicated laundry room in Kansas City with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, multi-coloured walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Ultimate Master Suite Retreat

Wendy Glaister Interiors

This sun-shiny laundry room has old world charm thanks to the soapstone counters and brick backsplash with wall mounted faucet.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, grey walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor, black benchtop, exposed beam and decorative wall panelling.

New Construction - Lower Level Living

Lisa Stewart Design

This Luxurious Lower Level is fun and comfortable with elegant finished and fun painted wall treatments!
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, white floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Ferris Street

Marylou Sobel Interior Design

Inspiration for a small traditional laundry room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, marble floors, an integrated washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Compact Laundry Room Renovation

Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc

This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. The main wall features bumped out upper cabinets and open shelves that allow space for the air vent on the back wall. Making the room brighter are light, textured walls covered with Phillip Jeffries wallpaper, under cabinet, and updated lighting.

Compact Laundry Room Renovation

Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc

This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. Opposite the washing machine and dryer, custom cabinetry was added on both sides of an ironing board cupboard. Another thoughtful addition is a space for a hook to help lift clothes to the hanging rack.

Laundry Room Remodel

Katharine Andrews Interiors LLC

This is an example of a small transitional laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, grey walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Compact Laundry Room Renovation

Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc

This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. The main wall features bumped out upper cabinets above the washing machine for increased storage and easy access. Next to the cabinets are open shelves that allow space for the air vent on the back wall. This fan was faux painted to match the cabinets - blending in so well you wouldn’t even know it’s there! Between the cabinetry and blue fantasy marble countertop sits a luxuriously tiled backsplash. This beautiful backsplash hides the door to necessary valves, its outline barely visible while allowing easy access. Making the room brighter are light, textured walls, under cabinet, and updated lighting. Though you can’t see it in the photos, one more trick was used: the door was changed to smaller french doors, so when open, they are not in the middle of the room. Door backs are covered in the same wallpaper as the rest of the room - making the doors look like part of the room, and increasing available space.

Laundry Room Remodel

Katharine Andrews Interiors LLC

Small transitional laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, grey walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and mosaic tile splashback.

Laundry Room Remodel

Katharine Andrews Interiors LLC

Ferris Street

Marylou Sobel Interior Design

This is an example of a small traditional laundry room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, marble floors and an integrated washer and dryer.

Ferris Street

Marylou Sobel Interior Design

Small traditional laundry room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, marble floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Multi-Coloured Splashback and Marble 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.