This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, onyx benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor, black benchtop, wallpaper and wallpaper.

French-country Formal

12/12 Architects & Planners

Large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, beige walls, a drop-in sink, brown splashback, marble splashback, brown benchtop, wallpaper and wallpaper.

House 13 -TBR Laundry with TileCloud Tiles

TileCloud

House 13 - Three Birds Renovations Laundry room with TileCloud Tiles. Using our Annangrove mixed cross tile.
This is an example of a large country laundry room in Sydney with beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and panelled walls.

House 13 -TBR Laundry with TileCloud Tiles

TileCloud

House 13 - Three Birds Renovations Laundry room with TileCloud Tiles. Using our Annangrove mixed cross tile.
Design ideas for a large country laundry room in Sydney with beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and panelled walls.

Saguaro Grove

AFT Construction

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, coffered and wallpaper.

Photo of a large l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Multi-Generational New Home

12/12 Architects & Planners

Awkward to Amazing main floor renovation

12/12 Architects & Planners

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, white splashback, marble splashback, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Saguaro Grove

AFT Construction

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, coffered and wallpaper.

Awkward to Amazing main floor renovation

12/12 Architects & Planners

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop, coffered and decorative wall panelling.

Mudroom & Interior Reorganization

12/12 Architects & Planners

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, purple walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, grey benchtop, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Saguaro Grove

AFT Construction

Large transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, coffered and wallpaper.

Goring Architecture

Niki Schafer Interior Design

Utility room
This is an example of a contemporary laundry room in Oxfordshire with a drop-in sink, brown cabinets, green splashback, marble splashback, white walls, brown floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

All Wall Treatments Laundry Room Design Ideas with Marble Splashback

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.