Sherman Oaks 1950s Style Galley Kitchen Updated for Couple Aging In Place The newly married couple in this Sherman Oaks residence knew they would age together in this house. It was a second marriage for each and they wanted their remodeled kitchen to reflect their shared aesthetic and functional needs. Here they could together enjoy cooking and entertaining for their many friends and family. The traditional-style kitchen was expanded by blending the kitchen, dining area and laundry, maximizing space and creating an open, airy environment. Custom white cabinets, dark granite counters, new lighting and a large sky light contribute to the feeling of a much larger, brighter space. The separate laundry room was eliminated and the washer/dryer are now hidden by pocket doors in the cabinetry. The adjacent bathroom was updated with white beveled tile, rich wall colors and a custom vanity to complement the new kitchen. The comfortable breakfast nook adds its own personality with a brightly cushioned custom banquette and antique table that the owner was determined to keep! Photos: Christian Romero

Aging in Place Remodel

Kismet Design

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.

Bright Modern Update

Cindy Aplanalp & Chairma Design Group

This is an example of a small transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, an undermount sink and brown floor.

486 Plantation Club Villas

Carey North Designs

Photo of a small beach style single-wall utility room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Charming and Chic Woodlands Home

Sneller Custom Homes and Remodeling, LLC

Kolanowski Studio
Design ideas for a small transitional dedicated laundry room in Houston with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and yellow walls.

Diamond Cabinets: White Laundry Room Cabinets

MasterBrand Cabinets

This is an example of a traditional dedicated laundry room with open cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Belle Meade Classic Style Home Renovation - 2

Wills Company

This 1920's classic Belle Meade Home was beautifully renovated. Architectural design by Ridley Wills of Wills Company and Interiors by New York based Brockschmidt & Coleman LLC. Wiff Harmer Photography

Laundry Room Soon to be Home Office...

Renewal by Andersen of NJ-NY Metro

This homeowner is planning to turn the laundry room into a home office and started by having us install this large new sliding window... Windows from Renewal by Andersen New Jersey

Laundry Room

After Paint, LLC

Large traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Custom Built Storybook Home in Orinda

Blueline Custom Builders

Dennis Mayer Photography
Photo of a country single-wall laundry room in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and yellow walls.

Sharon Dr. Renovation

Alair Homes Scottsdale

Updates to this desert home gave it a modern, sophisticated look tempered with rustic elements to anchor the space in classic charm.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Historic Farmhouse Remodel

Greenbrook Design Center

This area is right off of the kitchen and is very close to the washer and dryer. It provides an extra sink that is original to the farmhouse. The cabinets are also made of the 110+ year-old heart pine.

West Chester, PA Kitchen Mudroom and Bath Remodel

Rudloff Custom Builders

Photos by JMB Photoworks RUDLOFF Custom Builders, is a residential construction company that connects with clients early in the design phase to ensure every detail of your project is captured just as you imagined. RUDLOFF Custom Builders will create the project of your dreams that is executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsman, while creating lifetime client relationships that are build on trust and integrity. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area including West Chester, Gladwynne, Malvern, Wayne, Haverford and more. As a 6 time Best of Houzz winner, we look forward to working with you on your next project.

Cedar West

Tim Schollaart Builder LLC

This is an example of a small arts and crafts galley dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Diamond Cabinetry

Nicole Janes Design

Large contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, white cabinets, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops and brown floor.

Highcreek

Hallmark Homes Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow walls and medium hardwood floors.

Price Family Home

Reliance

David Hubler - The laundry room is set for convenience with raised front load appliances and lots of storage and work space.
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Light & Bright on the Golf Course

Keidel Supply

This new cabinetry and undermount stainless steel sink replaced the old laundry area. The washer and dryer are stacked in a pantry/laundry closet to the left. SLB

Craftsman-inspired Custom 2 Story

Perthel Homes, Inc.

Large laundry room with granite counter top.
Design ideas for an expansive transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Milwaukee with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Doyon Project

Logs End, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and medium wood cabinets.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Yellow Walls 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.