High Res Media
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, quartz benchtops, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and a drop-in sink.

Bloom Where You Are Planted

Kindred Interior Studios

Photo of a transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and wallpaper.

Fox Bend

Nikole Starr Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Houston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Egypt Valley Traditional Residence

Jennifer Butler Design

The persimmon walls (Stroheim wallpaper by Dana Gibson) coordinate with the blue ceiling - Benjamin Moore’s AF-575 Instinct.
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped utility room in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, wallpaper, quartz benchtops, window splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Reservoir Hill Residence

MANDARINA STUDIO interior design

Summary of Scope: gut renovation/reconfiguration of kitchen, coffee bar, mudroom, powder room, 2 kids baths, guest bath, master bath and dressing room, kids study and playroom, study/office, laundry room, restoration of windows, adding wallpapers and window treatments Background/description: The house was built in 1908, my clients are only the 3rd owners of the house. The prior owner lived there from 1940s until she died at age of 98! The old home had loads of character and charm but was in pretty bad condition and desperately needed updates. The clients purchased the home a few years ago and did some work before they moved in (roof, HVAC, electrical) but decided to live in the house for a 6 months or so before embarking on the next renovation phase. I had worked with the clients previously on the wife's office space and a few projects in a previous home including the nursery design for their first child so they reached out when they were ready to start thinking about the interior renovations. The goal was to respect and enhance the historic architecture of the home but make the spaces more functional for this couple with two small kids. Clients were open to color and some more bold/unexpected design choices. The design style is updated traditional with some eclectic elements. An early design decision was to incorporate a dark colored french range which would be the focal point of the kitchen and to do dark high gloss lacquered cabinets in the adjacent coffee bar, and we ultimately went with dark green.

Coastal Cottage

ADŌR Homes

Benjamin Moore Tarrytown Green Shaker style cabinetry flower wallpaper quartz countertops 10" Hex tile floors Emtek satin brass hardware Photo by @Spacecrafting

Bowral Cottage

KELA Building Group Pty Ltd

Jamie Cleary
Small country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Saco / Craftsman Style

Maine Coast Homes

The kitchen isn't the only room worthy of delicious design... and so when these clients saw THEIR personal style come to life in the kitchen, they decided to go all in and put the Maine Coast construction team in charge of building out their vision for the home in its entirety. Talent at its best -- with tastes of this client, we simply had the privilege of doing the easy part -- building their dream home!

Laundry Room with Playful Wallpaper and Matching Textiles

C&K Custom Remodeling Inc.

1912 Historic Landmark remodeled to have modern amenities while paying homage to the home's architectural style.
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, timber and wallpaper.

Highcroft Home Remodel

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The beautiful design of this laundry room makes the idea of doing laundry seem like less of a chore! This space includes ample counter space, cabinetry storage, as well as a sink.

Regatta St. Project

Davina Designs

This laundry room accommodates laundry, art projects, pets and more. We decided to stack the washer and dry to maximize the space as much as possible. We wrapped the counter around the back of the room to give the owners a folding table and included as many cabinets as possible to maximize storage. Our favorite part was the very fun chevron wallpaper.

Kentfield Traditional Elegance

PatriARCH Architecture

Inspiration for a traditional dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and marble benchtops.

Southern Living Idea House - Crane Island

Riverside Homes Custom

Photo credit: Laurey W. Glenn/Southern Living
Inspiration for a beach style dedicated laundry room in Jacksonville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured walls, black floor and black benchtop.

Colonial Revival Restoration + Addition

Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.

Colorful dish wallpaper surrounding a sunny window makes laundry less of a chore. Hexagonal floor tiles echo the repetition of the patterned wallpaper. French windows can be completely opened to let the breeze in.

Happy Home- Frisco, TX

Cindy O'Brien Design

Country laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and multi-coloured walls.

Farmhouse & Barn

Dibello Architects, PLLC

Reclaimed wood accent wall and tile backsplash in the laundry room. The sliding barn door opens from the mud room / side entry.
Photo of a mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, an undermount sink and multi-coloured walls.

Beach Style Laundry Room

Design ideas for a beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured walls, grey floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Palms at Old Ponte Vedra

Dream Finders Homes

Inspiration for a beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured walls, grey floor and white benchtop.

Farm House

Parker Homes

Photo of a country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured walls.

Eclectic Country Craftsman

Sligh Cabinets Inc.

©2018 Sligh Cabinets, Inc. | Custom Cabinetry by Sligh Cabinets, Inc. | Countertops by Presidio Tile & Stone
Small eclectic galley dedicated laundry room in San Luis Obispo with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Multi-coloured Walls

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.