Large traditional laundry cupboard in New York with a farmhouse sink, white splashback, shiplap splashback, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room detail of reclaimed wood accent wall.

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Photo Credit: N. Leonard
This is an example of a large country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey splashback, shiplap splashback and planked wall panelling.

Baker Four Square- Pantry + Laundry Room

Lindy Design Build

The laundry room & pantry were also updated to include lovely built-in storage and tie in with the finishes in the kitchen.
Small eclectic l-shaped utility room in Denver with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and planked wall panelling.

Mud Room & Laundry

Arch Studio, Inc.

Brand new 2-Story 3,100 square foot Custom Home completed in 2022. Designed by Arch Studio, Inc. and built by Brooke Shaw Builders.
Inspiration for a small country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Creighton Woods

Judith Balis Interiors

we used a warm sage green on the cabinets, warm wood on the floors and shelves, and black accents to give this laundry room casual sophistication.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley laundry room in Boise with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

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株式会社小木野貴光アトリエ一級建築士事務所

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Transitional Cottage

Tanner Homes

Design ideas for a large transitional galley utility room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Orr Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Design ideas for a large beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

まかないハウス

ANALOG Inc.

This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Yokohama with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Baker Four Square- Pantry + Laundry Room

Lindy Design Build

The laundry room & pantry were also updated to include lovely built-in storage and tie in with the finishes in the kitchen.
Inspiration for a small eclectic l-shaped utility room in Denver with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Laundry room French Country farmhouse style on île de Mai, Boisbriand

Versa Style Design

The client wanted a spare room off the kitchen transformed into a bright and functional laundry room with custom designed millwork, cabinetry, doors, and plenty of counter space. All this while respecting her preference for French-Country styling and traditional decorative elements. She also wanted to add functional storage with space to air dry her clothes and a hide-away ironing board. We brightened it up with the off-white millwork, ship lapped ceiling and the gorgeous beadboard. We imported from Scotland the delicate lace for the custom curtains on the doors and cabinets. The custom Quartzite countertop covers the washer and dryer and was also designed into the cabinetry wall on the other side. This fabulous laundry room is well outfitted with integrated appliances, custom cabinets, and a lot of storage with extra room for sorting and folding clothes. A pure pleasure! Materials used: Taj Mahal Quartzite stone countertops, Custom wood cabinetry lacquered with antique finish, Heated white-oak wood floor, apron-front porcelain utility sink, antique vintage glass pendant lighting, Lace imported from Scotland for doors and cabinets, French doors and sidelights with beveled glass, beadboard on walls and for open shelving, shiplap ceilings with recessed lighting.

House in Higashi-Nakano

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Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Tokyo with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop, timber and planked wall panelling.

Blount

Key Custom Homes

Design ideas for a country galley utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ

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Laundry Room work area. This sink from Kohler is wonderful. It's cast iron and it's called the Cape Dory. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Photo of a large country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, multi-coloured benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Contemporary Lakefront Cottage

Madison Taylor

Large laundry room with shiplap panelled walls, light sky blue cabinetry and white countertops and light grey tile flooring.
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley utility room in Other with blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop, timber and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ

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Laundry Room with reclaimed wood accent wall. Photo Credit: N. Leonard
This is an example of a large country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, multi-coloured benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ

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Laundry room with farmhouse accents Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Large country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey splashback, timber splashback and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room - Westfield, NJ

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Photo Credit: N. Leonard
Inspiration for a large country single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, multi-coloured benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Creighton Woods

Judith Balis Interiors

we used a warm sage green on the cabinets, warm wood on the floors and shelves, and black accents to give this laundry room casual sophistication.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley laundry room in Boise with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room with reclaimed wood accent wall

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Laundry room with accent wall made from reclaimed wood. and farmhouse pieces. We then painted a new color palette to blend with the accent wall. Photo Credit: N. Leonard

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Medium Hardwood Floors and Planked Wall Panelling

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.