Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional laundry cupboard in Portland with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and brown floor.

Multi-functional laundries

Bella Life Style

This renovated laundry incorporates an office function with plenty of room. to move. The pale blue cabinetry connects to the rug and chair, the natural wood flooring, wicker chair and baskets connect to add contrasting warmth. The light fitting is simple and well selected in natural and clear glass

Tahoe Charm

Lloyd's Custom Woodwork, Inc.

This is an exposed laundry area at the top of the hall stairs - the louvered doors hide the washer and dryer! Photo Credit - Bruce Schneider Photography

Gault Rd

Weaver's Custom Woodworking LLC

Inspiration for a traditional single-wall utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, louvered cabinets, grey cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, medium hardwood floors and beige walls.

445 Hillcrest

Level Interiors

Design ideas for a small contemporary galley utility room in Tampa with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Oliver Residence

JZMK Partners

This is an example of a tropical single-wall dedicated laundry room in Hawaii with a farmhouse sink, louvered cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Hampstead Garden Suburbs Kitchen

The Wood Works

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped laundry cupboard in London with an undermount sink, white walls, white benchtop, louvered cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors and beige floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Louvered Cabinets and Medium Hardwood 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.