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.

Traditional blue shaker utility

First Sense Interiors

This is an example of a small traditional laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Boulder Remodel Home: Approachable Elegance

Factor Design Build

The laundry area features a fun ceramic tile design with open shelving and storage above the machine space.
Inspiration for a small country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, cement tile splashback, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Scandinavian Lakeside Remodel

Traci Connell Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Dog Friendly Remodel

Four Brothers Design + Build

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Elbow Valley Estate

Brenda Motter Interiors LTD

In this renovation, the once-framed closed-in double-door closet in the laundry room was converted to a locker storage system with room for roll-out laundry basket drawer and a broom closet. The laundry soap is contained in the large drawer beside the washing machine. Behind the mirror, an oversized custom medicine cabinet houses small everyday items such as shoe polish, small tools, masks...etc. The off-white cabinetry and slate were existing. To blend in the off-white cabinetry, walnut accents were added with black hardware.

Open Plan Country Kitchen

John Lewis of Hungerford

Beautiful blue bespoke utility room
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped utility room in Berkshire with a farmhouse sink, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, shaker cabinets, white walls, red floor and brown benchtop.

San Jose Modern Traditional

Cathie Hong Interiors

This home was a blend of modern and traditional, mixed finishes, classic subway tiles, and ceramic light fixtures. The kitchen was kept bright and airy with high-end appliances for the avid cook and homeschooling mother. As an animal loving family and owner of two furry creatures, we added a little whimsy with cat wallpaper in their laundry room.

North Lincoln mudroom / laundry room

Plain & Posh

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Cabin on the Lake

Interior Concepts Design House

Inspiration for a country dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, medium wood cabinets, beige walls and white benchtop.

Evanston Laundry room

Foster Hill Design

Mary Carol Fitzgerald
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Noelle Interiors

Jason Cook
Photo of a beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Baker's Kitchen

JACK ROSEN CUSTOM KITCHENS

Inspiration for a transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Eagle Rock Remodel

Landmark Building Inc

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white floor.

M-Streets Master Suite Addition

Blackline Renovations

Ken Vaughan - Vaughan Creative Media
Small arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown walls.

Modern Model Home in Southlake

Providential Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Inlet Isle - Miscellaneous

That Design Studio

Indigo blue Fabuwood cabinets for a laundry room with a custom butcher block countertop
This is an example of a small beach style single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Boulder Remodel Home: Approachable Elegance

Factor Design Build

The laundry area features a fun ceramic tile design with open shelving and storage above the machine space. Around the corner, you'll find a mudroom that carries the cabinet finishes into a built-in coat hanging and shoe storage space.

Laundry Room with statement tile and cabinets galore

J.P. Hoffman Design Build

The layout of this laundry room did not change, functionality did. Inspired by the unique square 9×9 tile seen on the floor, we designed the space to reflect this tile – a modern twist on old-European elegance. Paired with loads of cabinets, a laundry room sink and custom wood top, we created a fun and beautiful space to do laundry for a family of five! Note the the appliance hookups are hidden. To keep a seamless look, our carpentry team custom built the folding table shelf. There is a removable board at the back of the wood countertop that can be removed if the hookups need to be accessed.

Riverbend Remodel

Maven Home Interiors

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Blue Cabinets and Medium Wood Cabinets

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.