Photo of a contemporary dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Field Avenue, Edithvale

Key Piece

Inspiration for a large eclectic l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Du Clairvaux

Louis L'artisan

This updated ain floor transformation keeps a traditional style while having updated functionality and finishes. This space boasts interesting, quirky and unexpected design features everywhere you look.

Donna's Kitchen - Sink + Laundry side

Acco Kitchen and Bath

24" washer and dryer were added to this tiny condo in the kitchen - the perfect location for plumbing access and keeps all the "working spaces" together. The large single sink allows for ample spacious counter tops. The peek-a-boo nook into the living room allows the galley kitchen not to feel so closed off. Rebecca Tabbert of Acco Kitchen and Bath

Hawkesbury Display for GJ Gardner South Nowra

Drift Interiors

Compact but functional Laundry with Broom cupboard. Black timber handles with copper posts work with the tile colours and the timber grain laminate to create a sophisticated look.

Modern New Build Home

Windram and Wood

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black benchtop and wood.

Starr Laundry room

Danmar Cabinet Company

This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Mascot

Alamay Constructions Pty Ltd

Large laundry with loads of storage and functionality.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Mona Vale

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

Photo of a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, travertine floors, a concealed washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop, coffered and panelled walls.

Heritage Reno Williamstown

DE atelier Architects

Loren Mitchell Photography Spacious laundry with door to the yard.
Mid-sized modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with white cabinets, white walls, concrete floors, grey floor, white benchtop, a stacked washer and dryer, a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and ceramic splashback.

White and Wood

Troico

Design ideas for a modern single-wall laundry room in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a single-bowl sink, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a concealed washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Backsplash

Arden Tile

Inspiration for a mid-sized single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Milton Road, Mt Eden Laundry

Bespoke Kitchens _ Formerly on Khyber

Design ideas for a small eclectic galley dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor, grey benchtop, recessed and decorative wall panelling.

Wastonia Renovation

DSdezines Interiors

Kitchen walk-in pantry off Laundry
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

Crofton Project

KAS Interior Design

Contemporary remodel to provide more storage and a better functioning laundry eoom.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Modern New Build Home

Windram and Wood

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black benchtop and wood.

Top alto spessore in wegè

FALEGNAMERIA VALERIANI

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, brown walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, brown benchtop and recessed.

Mona Vale

Northern Beaches Kitchens and Bathrooms

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, travertine floors, a concealed washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop, coffered and panelled walls.

Wastonia Renovation

DSdezines Interiors

Small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

Du Clairvaux

Louis L'artisan

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Single-bowl Sink and Multi-Coloured Splashback

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.