Design ideas for a small traditional u-shaped utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, terra-cotta floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Showhouse on the Green

Julianne Stirling

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and blue benchtop.

Voss

Sand County Contracting, LLC

Design ideas for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

London Garden Room

Eckford Chong Design

This 3 storey mid-terrace townhouse on the Harringay Ladder was in desperate need for some modernisation and general recuperation, having not been altered for several decades. We were appointed to reconfigure and completely overhaul the outrigger over two floors which included new kitchen/dining and replacement conservatory to the ground with bathroom, bedroom & en-suite to the floor above. Like all our projects we considered a variety of layouts and paid close attention to the form of the new extension to replace the uPVC conservatory to the rear garden. Conceived as a garden room, this space needed to be flexible forming an extension to the kitchen, containing utilities, storage and a nursery for plants but a space that could be closed off with when required, which led to discrete glazed pocket sliding doors to retain natural light. We made the most of the north-facing orientation by adopting a butterfly roof form, typical to the London terrace, and introduced high-level clerestory windows, reaching up like wings to bring in morning and evening sunlight. An entirely bespoke glazed roof, double glazed panels supported by exposed Douglas fir rafters, provides an abundance of light at the end of the spacial sequence, a threshold space between the kitchen and the garden. The orientation also meant it was essential to enhance the thermal performance of the un-insulated and damp masonry structure so we introduced insulation to the roof, floor and walls, installed passive ventilation which increased the efficiency of the external envelope. A predominantly timber-based material palette of ash veneered plywood, for the garden room walls and new cabinets throughout, douglas fir doors and windows and structure, and an oak engineered floor all contribute towards creating a warm and characterful space.

Classic Appeal

The Myers Touch

We created a bespoke utility room that created easy access and sight to everything in storage
Photo of a small contemporary galley utility room in Hampshire with open cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and a drop-in sink.

Combination open shelves & chupboards

Refresh Renovations Auckland West

With new laundry cabinetry to match the kitchen this space is now not only functional, but also very nice to look at.
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Cabbagetown Renovation

post architecture inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall laundry room in Toronto with open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

London Garden Room

Eckford Chong Design

Muskoka Cottage & Boathouse

Attainable Solutions Inc.

Mid-sized beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with open cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

North Bennington, VT Renovation

Jack Miller Contractors

Satyan Devadoss
Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boston with open cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Brighton Laundry Design

User

Zesta Kitchens
Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops and porcelain floors.

Voss

Sand County Contracting, LLC

This is an example of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mirza

Artall R.M.

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Back Door Handle

Refresh Renovations Auckland West

This traditional look door hardware is functional and works perfectly with the bronze theme.
Photo of a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Auckland with a single-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Scandi House

SG2 architects + interiors

Photos: SG2 design
Mid-sized eclectic galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with an integrated sink, open cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Hickory Residents

McClure Construction, Inc.

Custom Wood Cabinets Custom Maple Trim Open Cabinets Flat-panel Cabinets
This is an example of an expansive transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with an utility sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

起間の家（豐田市）パウダールーム

Dikta Architects office 一級建築士事務所

「起間の家」ランドリー兼パウダールームです。奥様の家事スペースに隣接しています。
This is an example of a mid-sized galley utility room in Other with white walls, wallpaper, wallpaper, a drop-in sink, open cabinets, solid surface benchtops, linoleum floors, a concealed washer and dryer and white benchtop.

California Coastal

Santa Barbara Design & Build

This is an example of a large traditional galley utility room in Santa Barbara with open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and brown floor.

開放的な空間をつくる大屋根の家

グッドライフ黒田工務所

光や風が通りぬけるリビングでゆったりくつろぎたい。勾配天井にしてより開放的なリビングをつくった。スチール階段はそれだけでかっこいいアクセントに。ウォールナットをたくさんつかって落ち着いたコーディネートを。毎日の家事が楽になる日々の暮らしを想像して。家族のためだけの動線を考え、たったひとつ間取りを一緒に考えた。そして、家族の想いがまたひとつカタチになりました。外皮平均熱貫流率(UA値) : 0.43W/m2･K 気密測定隙間相当面積（C値）：0.7cm2/m2 断熱等性能等級 : 等級[4] 一次エネルギー消費量等級 : 等級[5] 構造計算：許容応力度計算仕様：長期優良住宅認定低炭素建築物適合やまがた健康住宅認定地域型グリーン化事業（長寿命型）家族構成：30代夫婦＋子供延床面積：110.96 ㎡ ( 33.57 坪) 竣工：2020年5月

Laundry Room Organizers

Rockport Doors & Closets Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped laundry room in Boston with open cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige walls.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Open Cabinets and Solid Surface Benchtops

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.