Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall utility room in New York with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured walls, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Monvisto Cabin

The Cabinet Gallery

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and light hardwood floors.

Taree Crescent

Prime Design Tasmania Pty Ltd

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Hobart with medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, an undermount sink, white walls, light hardwood floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Country Tradition in Hampshire

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

Mike and Stacy moved to the country to be around the rolling landscape and feed the birds outside their Hampshire country home. After living in the home for over ten years, they knew exactly what they wanted to renovate their 1980’s two story once their children moved out. It all started with the desire to open up the floor plan, eliminating constricting walls around the dining room and the eating area that they didn’t plan to use once they had access to what used to be a formal dining room. They wanted to enhance the already warm country feel their home already had, with some warm hickory cabinets and casual granite counter tops. When removing the pantry and closet between the kitchen and the laundry room, the new design now just flows from the kitchen directly into the smartly appointed laundry area and adjacent powder room. The new eat in kitchen bar is frequented by guests and grand-children, and the original dining table area can be accessed on a daily basis in the new open space. One instant sensation experienced by anyone entering the front door is the bright light that now transpires from the front of the house clear through the back; making the entire first floor feel free flowing and inviting. Photo Credits- Joe Nowak

Pasadena Bungalow

Alice Sin

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback and light hardwood floors.

Commerce Township First Floor Renovation

Epiphany Kitchens

In this project we redesigned and renovated the first floor of the clients house. We created an open floor plan, larger Kitchen, seperate Mudroom, and larger Laundry Room. The cabinets are one of our local made custom frameless cabinets. They are a frameless, 3/4" plywood construction. The door is a modified shaker door we call a Step-Frame. The wood is Cherry and the stain is Blossom. The Laundry Room cabinets are the same doorstyle but an Antique White paint on Maple. The countertops are Cambria quartz and the color is Windemere. The backsplash is a 4x4 and 3x6 tumbled marble in Pearl with a Sonoma Tile custom blend for the accent. The floors are an oak wood that were custom stained on site.

Traditional Laundry Room

This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped laundry room in New York with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and medium wood cabinets.

Accessible Ranch Remodel

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

Dell Avenue

The Lexington Group, LLC

Photo of a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Encinitas Hidden Foyer Laundry

La Costa Cabinets & Design

An open 2 story foyer also serves as a laundry space for a family of 5. Previously the machines were hidden behind bifold doors along with a utility sink. The new space is completely open to the foyer and the stackable machines are hidden behind flipper pocket doors so they can be tucked away when not in use. An extra deep countertop allow for plenty of space while folding and sorting laundry. A small deep sink offers opportunities for soaking the wash, as well as a makeshift wet bar during social events. Modern slab doors of solid Sapele with a natural stain showcases the inherent honey ribbons with matching vertical panels. Lift up doors and pull out towel racks provide plenty of useful storage in this newly invigorated space.

Annex

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

Photo Credit: Scott Norsworthy Architect: Wanda Ely Architect Inc
Photo of a mid-sized single-wall utility room in Toronto with medium wood cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Paloma

APlus Interior Design & Remodeling

The custom cabinetry hides the washer and dryer beautifully. You wouldn't even know it was there unless you open the cabinets.
Design ideas for a large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Rooms

Closets of Virginia

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Richmond with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls and light hardwood floors.

Laundry Rooms

Twin Cities Closet Company

This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, blue walls, light hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Modern Farmhouse

2Hills Renovation

Inspiration for a midcentury laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Spurling Project

Harbour City Kitchens

Custom accessory, fold out ironing board.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional laundry room in Other with medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Full Home Remodel

Reliance Design Build

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Columbus with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Beamed Ceiling Remodel

Accent On Kitchens, LLC

Inspiration for a traditional laundry room in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and light hardwood floors.

7156Alder_CaliforniaCoastal

Reef Design Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige walls and light hardwood floors.

Traditional Kitchen in Folsom

Sarah George

Design ideas for a small traditional galley utility room in Sacramento with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Medium Wood Cabinets and Light 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.