Before we started this dream laundry room was a draughty lean-to with all sorts of heating and plumbing on show. Now all of that is stylishly housed but still easily accessible and surrounded by storage. Contemporary, charcoal wood grain and knurled brass handles give these shaker doors a cool, modern edge.

Weerona House

Demardi.

A butler's pantry with the most gorgeous joinery and clever storage solutions all with a view.
Photo of a small modern galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

Sth Coogee Beachhouse

Victoria Waters Design Pty Ltd

Laundry room and Butler's Pantry at @sthcoogeebeachhouse
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

Laundry Envy

Makings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms

This gorgeous Hamptons inspired laundry has been transformed into a well designed functional room. Complete with 2pac shaker cabinetry, Casesarstone benchtop, floor to wall linen cabinetry and storage, folding ironing board concealed in a pull out drawer, butler's sink and traditional tap, timber floating shelving with striking black and white encaustic floor tiles.

Modern Farm House, Los Gatos

De Mattei Construction

Country galley dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, grey benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

Banbury Custom Eagle Idaho

Urban Design + Build

This is a neatly organized laundry room that combines functionality with a clean, minimalist design. The room features front-loading washer and dryer units flanked by a practical countertop for sorting and folding clothes. Above the appliances, white flat-panel cabinetry provides ample storage space, maintaining a clutter-free environment. To the side, open shelving offers easy access to laundry essentials or additional storage boxes. The room is finished with a simple color scheme, featuring white walls that enhance the bright and airy feel, complemented by a contrasting dark countertop that adds a touch of modern sophistication.

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.

Wood panelling and quartz splash back

York House Designs

Sth Coogee Beachhouse

Victoria Waters Design Pty Ltd

Laundry room and Butler's Pantry at @sthcoogeebeachhouse
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

Laundry Envy

Makings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms

Laundry Envy

Makings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms

Laundry Envy

Makings of Fine Kitchens & Bathrooms

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.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Recessed and Panelled 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.