Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Perth with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, white walls, multi-coloured floor and planked wall panelling.

Contemporary Custom Home with Opposing Garages

Tundra Homes

Mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Entire Home

Starline Cabinets

Photo of a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Spanish Colonial Classic

Janet Kauffman Interiors & Design LLC

Chris Loomis Photography
This is an example of a large mediterranean dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, terra-cotta floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Blue-Hue Laundry Room

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

This laundry room is built for practicality, ease, and order – without feeling stiff or industrial. Custom-built cabinetry is home to 2 sets of washers & dryers, while maximizing the full wall with storage space. A long counter means lots of room for sorting, folding, spot cleaning, or even just setting a laundry basket down between loads. The sink is tidily tucked away in the corner of the counter, leaving the maximum amount of continuous counter space possible, without ignoring the necessities. The Mount Saint Anne shaker cabinets (with gold hardware) keep the room feeling cool and fresh, while adding the colour needed to keep the space feeling welcoming. A truly serene space, this laundry room may actually prove to be a refuge of peaceful productivity in an otherwise busy house. PC: Fred Huntsberger

Farmhouse Laundry/Mudroom

Glen Alspaugh Kitchens and Baths

Alise O'Brien Photography
Inspiration for a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in St Louis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, painted wood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Libertyville Kitchen + Mudroom Remodel

BDS Design Build Remodel

Studio West Photography
Mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

A Swedish Laundry/Bath Renovation

Bunn & Sons Custom Builders

ColorCo Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian galley utility room in Denver with wood benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Horseshoe Bay

Steinberger Photography

Inspiration for a country l-shaped laundry room in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Grey Painted Cabinets in Laundry Room with Stacked Washer and Dryer

Denise Quade Design

The washer and dryer were stacked and placed next to a tall pantry cabinet. Medium grey painted cabinets were selected and paired with black and white cement tile. Base cabinets were added under the window for additional overflow storage. A custom made barn door conceals the laundry room when the family entertains. Frosted glass panels allows the light from the window to filter into the hallway when the door is closed.

Arlington Street Remodel

Jamie House Design

In planning the design we used many existing home features in different ways throughout the home. Shiplap, while currently trendy, was a part of the original home so we saved portions of it to reuse in the new section to marry the old and new. We also reused several phone nooks in various areas, such as near the master bathtub. One of the priorities in planning the design was also to provide family friendly spaces for the young growing family. While neutrals were used throughout we used texture and blues to create flow from the front of the home all the way to the back.

The House That Patience Built

McCabe By Design LLC

This long narrow laundry room is a feature packed work horse of a room. Dual entry points facilitate the delivery of groceries and easy access to a powder room from the back yard. A laundry sink with drying rack above provides an opportunity to hand wash and dry clothes as well as clean just caught crab. Side by side laundry machines are separated by a pull-out cabinet for laundry soap and more. Wall and tall cabinets provide space for a multitude of items. A boot bench allows occupants to hang up coats/backpacks as well as take shoes off at a convenient location. The wall opposite the laundry machines has additional coat hooks and seven feet of two level shoe cubbies. The cheerful cement Spanish tile floor can inspire occupants to do household chores and is lovely sight to return home to each day.

Stylish 2-Story

Taylor Design

Mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Rustic Meets Texas Modern by John Siemering Homes Austin TX

John Siemering Homes

John Siemering Homes. Custom Home Builder in Austin, TX
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, ceramic floors and grey benchtop.

Barrington Renovation

Highland Builders LLC

Large working laundry room with built-in lockers, sink with dog bowls, laundry chute, built-in window seat (Ryan Hainey)
Inspiration for a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets and multi-coloured floor.

Laundry Room

Distinctive Interiors

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Boston with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Fabulous Foursquare Whole House Remodel

Maughan Design & Remodel

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Montefaro

Studio Henree LLC

Design ideas for a small transitional dedicated laundry room in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Armada Kitchen

Declan Sexton & Sons

Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in Other with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Potomac

Annie Elliott Design

Traditional laundry room in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Multi-Coloured Floor and Red Floor

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.