J. Wallace
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Nashville with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mediterranean Revival Speculative Home, River Oaks

Mirador Builders

Laundry and Hobby Room Drawers sized for wrapping paper, ribbon rolls, gift bags and supplies Custom bulletin board and magnetic chalk boards
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped utility room in Houston with an undermount sink, beige cabinets, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Modern French Country

Beautiful Chaos Interior Design & Styling

Modern French Country Laundry Room with painted and distressed hardwood floors.
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, beige walls, painted wood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Daffodil - Mid Century

Berghuis Construction LLC

Photos by Kaity
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange cabinets and white walls.

Murphys Road - Living and Kitchen

Alex Fulton Design

Murphys Road is a renovation in a 1906 Villa designed to compliment the old features with new and modern twist. Innovative colours and design concepts are used to enhance spaces and compliant family living. This award winning space has been featured in magazines and websites all around the world. It has been heralded for it's use of colour and design in inventive and inspiring ways. Designed by New Zealand Designer, Alex Fulton of Alex Fulton Design Photographed by Duncan Innes for Homestyle Magazine

Transitional Farmhouse

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry

Chelsea door, Slab & Manor Flat drawer fronts, Designer White enamel.
This is an example of a large country l-shaped laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

8090 Country Rail Drive

Eagle Creek Homes, LLC.

Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.

Nashville Farmhouse

Phoebe Howard

Laurey Glenn
This is an example of a large country laundry room in Nashville with white cabinets, onyx benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, open cabinets, black benchtop, a drop-in sink and grey walls.

Cooperstown Farmhouse

The Working Kitchen, Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, grey benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

Little Reef House

Richard Cole Architecture

Simon Wood
Large contemporary dedicated laundry room in Sydney with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Wil Rose - Whole Home Remodel

Anderson & Rodgers Construction

Inspiration for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Suncadia Custom Home

Swiftwater Custom Homes

Design ideas for a country dedicated laundry room in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

35th Street

Elz Design

Country laundry room in Phoenix with shaker cabinets and slate floors.

Armstrong - Engineered Stone

Baker Bros Area Rugs & Flooring

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall utility room in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer and brown walls.

Hamptons Historic Residence

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Interior Design: Vivid Interior Builder: Hendel Homes Photography: LandMark Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped laundry room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

Gernert Home

WYC Designs

A bright and functional laundry room with a dark cast iron apron front sink, black hardware and slate herringbone floor.
Mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Orlando with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

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.

Warm Wash Mudroom

User

Small modern galley utility room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Cleaned up Laundry Room

Lowes of Holland Road, Virginia Beach, VA

Design done by Elizabeth Gilliam (Project Specialist-Interiors at Lowe's of Holland Road) Installation done by Home Solutions Inc.
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Painted Wood Floors and Slate Floors

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.