Photo of a traditional u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, pink walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Basement Laundry Room

Four Blocks South

Photo of a country l-shaped laundry room in Toronto with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and pink walls.

Double-Height Wall Units Extending up to the Ceiling.

York House Designs

We maximized the available space with double-height wall units extending up to the ceiling. The room's functionality was further enhanced by incorporating a Dryaway laundry drying system, comprised of pull-out racks, underfloor heating, and a conveniently located dehumidifier - plumbed in under the sink with a custom-cut vent in the side panel. These well-thought-out details allowed for efficient laundry procedures in a compact yet highly functional space.

SE 11th Ave Townhome

Innovative Design Build, Inc

We were hired to turn this standard townhome into an eclectic farmhouse dream. Our clients are worldly traveled, and they wanted the home to be the backdrop for the unique pieces they have collected over the years. We changed every room of this house in some way and the end result is a showcase for eclectic farmhouse style.

Saratoga Whimsy House

Cathie Hong Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, pink walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Minnesota Residence

O’Hara Interiors

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Custom Roller Shades in a Laundry Room

Biddle Blinds

Custom Graber LightWeaves Roller Shade | Renaissance Blushed Paradise | Cordless | Small Cassette Valance
Large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, pink walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and pink benchtop.

Chic Basement Suite

MAC Renovations LTD.

This was a complete remodel of a very dated basement into a bright a spacious basement suite. Creating an open concept living space was at the top of the homeowners list. With the addition of a great outdoor living space, the space was complete.

Utility - Laundry Garden View

My Claybrick Home

Design ideas for a small modern laundry room in Essex with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, pink walls, linoleum floors, black floor and grey benchtop.

I Love Color Bath

Vision Design

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, pink walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

White Modern Farmhouse Kitchen & Baths. Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: BaileyTown USA Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: White Door Style: Chesapeake Counter top: Laminate counter top, Modern edge detail, Coved back splash, Geriba Gray color

Pasadena

Bella Vista Company

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, pink walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, pink walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

I Love Color Bath

Vision Design

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, pink walls, porcelain floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Our Work

Guyton Industries, LLC.

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, pink walls, travertine floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

White Modern Farmhouse Kitchen & Baths. Dura Supreme Cabinetry

Bailey's Cabinets

Cabinet Brand: BaileyTown USA Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: White Door Style: Chesapeake Counter top: Laminate counter top, Modern edge detail, Coved back splash, Geriba Gray color

Kitchen/Dining/Snug with Statement Green Aga

Mabel Fox Design

For this project the key feature was the beautiful forest green Aga range oven. The Aga was part of the property when the client moved in, the oven was moved into the new extension where the kitchen was to be situated and the design process went from here. Initially, a low budget kitchen was designed around the Aga, a few years later we were called back in to design the gorgeous existing open plan kitchen/dining/snug room we see today. The deep green aga was complemented by a soft shade of pink on the walls, setting plaster by Farrow & Ball. This tide perfectly together with the existing limed oak floor. To emphasise the forest green of the aga, we added a matching deep green floor lamp and elegant velvet bar stools. From here we used a natural colour pallet so not to detract from the statement forest green pieces. We selected a classic shaker kitchen in Dove Grey by Howdens Kitchens, this continued through to the utility and cloakroom just off of the kitchen, with a handy ceiling mounted drying rack being fitted for ease of use. Finally a pale oak top table with pale grey painted legs was paired with the family’s existing white dining chairs to finish this kitchen/dining/living area.

Utility - the hideaway

My Claybrick Home

This is an example of a small modern laundry room in Essex with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, pink walls, linoleum floors, black floor and grey benchtop.

Custom Roller Shades in a Laundry Room

Biddle Blinds

Custom Graber LightWeaves Roller Shade | Renaissance Blushed Paradise | Cordless | Small Cassette Valance
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, pink walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and pink benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Pink 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.