We planned a thoughtful redesign of this beautiful home while retaining many of the existing features. We wanted this house to feel the immediacy of its environment. So we carried the exterior front entry style into the interiors, too, as a way to bring the beautiful outdoors in. In addition, we added patios to all the bedrooms to make them feel much bigger. Luckily for us, our temperate California climate makes it possible for the patios to be used consistently throughout the year. The original kitchen design did not have exposed beams, but we decided to replicate the motif of the 30" living room beams in the kitchen as well, making it one of our favorite details of the house. To make the kitchen more functional, we added a second island allowing us to separate kitchen tasks. The sink island works as a food prep area, and the bar island is for mail, crafts, and quick snacks. We designed the primary bedroom as a relaxation sanctuary – something we highly recommend to all parents. It features some of our favorite things: a cognac leather reading chair next to a fireplace, Scottish plaid fabrics, a vegetable dye rug, art from our favorite cities, and goofy portraits of the kids. --- Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/functional-ranch-house-design/

Chamlee Lane Kitchen

Detailed Designs By Denise

Small transitional single-wall utility room in St Louis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

North Oaks - Modern Farmhouse New Home Build

Michels Homes

Builder: Michels Homes Architecture: Alexander Design Group Photography: Scott Amundson Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Striking Lake Vista Renovation

Monarch & Maker

This is an example of a large transitional single-wall laundry room in Houston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stone tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and multi-coloured splashback.

Laundry Room Sink & Faucet

KraftMaster Renovations

Having a sink and faucet is essential in any well thought out laundry space!
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Hinsdale Remodel

Picture Perfect House

Design ideas for a country laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, white walls, grey floor and black benchtop.

Luxury Bespoke Kitchen in the Vale of Glamorgan

Your Space Living

A traditional in frame kitchen utility room with colourful two tone kitchen cabinets. Bespoke blue kitchen cabinets made from tulip wood and painted in two contrasting shades. floor and wall cabinets with beautiful details. Stone worktops mix together beautifully with a glass art splashback which is a unique detail of this luxury kitchen. See more of this project on our website portfolio https://www.yourspaceliving.com/

Sunset Villa

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

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.

An Entertainers Dream, Apartment Living

Western Cabinets

Large galley dedicated laundry room in Perth with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

Lesesne Street 3

SHELTER Custom-Built Living

Inspiration for an expansive modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Charleston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, black benchtop, vaulted and wallpaper.

The Bubble House

Birchall and Partners Architects Pty Ltd

Laundry Room with stacked washing and dryer, double door fridge, drop-in sink and storage joinery. The Bubble House by Birchall & Partners Architects.

Ultimate Master Suite Retreat

Wendy Glaister Interiors

This sun-shiny laundry room has old world charm thanks to the soapstone counters and brick backsplash with wall mounted faucet.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, grey walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor, black benchtop, exposed beam and decorative wall panelling.

West Univesity Project

Wood Customs

Full Kitchen Remodel, Custom Built Cabinets, Tile Backsplash, Countertops, Paint, Stain, Plumbing, Electrical, Wood Floor Install, Electrical Fixture Install, Plumbing Fixture Install

Hillside Traditional

JTID Inc.

An unusual but sensible decision was made to convert the shower area of the lower floor’s half bath into a laundry room which the house previously lacked. The first half of the original space became the powder room. A pocket door creates a physical and acoustical barrier when needed.

Desjardins

Louis L'artisan

This is an example of a small country galley utility room in Ottawa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor, black benchtop, beige walls and a stacked washer and dryer.

Portage

Tony Ellis - Kitchen & Bath Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped utility room in Boise with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, terra-cotta splashback, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

An Entertainers Dream, Apartment Living

Western Cabinets

This is an example of a large galley dedicated laundry room in Perth with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

Ranch Revival

Courtney Thomas Design

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Multi-Coloured Splashback and Black Benchtop

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.