As multifunctional living becomes a necessity, the bootility has emerged as a sought-after feature in the home. Understandably, not all homes have the capacity for a separate utility and boot room. However, with clever planning and tactful design, even the smallest spaces can house a thoughtful combination of the two.

Fort Washington First Floor

Harth Builders

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Renovation

Tintin Christina Design

This is an example of a scandinavian l-shaped laundry room in Melbourne with light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, porcelain splashback, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Traditional Laundry Room

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Upscale Contemporary

Arjay Builders Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

New Hyde Park Extension - Den, Bathroom & Laundry Room

G.B. Construction and Development, Inc.

This family expanded their living space with a new family room extension with a large bathroom and a laundry room. The new roomy family room has reclaimed beams on the ceiling, porcelain wood look flooring and a wood burning fireplace with a stone facade going straight up the cathedral ceiling. The fireplace hearth is raised with the TV mounted over the reclaimed wood mantle. The new bathroom is larger than the existing was with light and airy porcelain tile that looks like marble without the maintenance hassle. The unique stall shower and platform tub combination is separated from the rest of the bathroom by a clear glass shower door and partition. The trough drain located near the tub platform keep the water from flowing past the curbless entry. Complimenting the light and airy feel of the new bathroom is a white vanity with a light gray quartz top and light gray paint on the walls. To complete this new addition to the home we added a laundry room complete with plenty of additional storage and stackable washer and dryer.

Country Lane Classic

Martineau Homes

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped utility room in Salt Lake City with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Red, White, and Blue

Petoskey Kitchen and Bath - Designs By Dawn

Phoenix Photographic
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Other with blue cabinets, a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, beige benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Bathrooms

Marrokal Design & Remodeling

Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Diego with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, granite benchtops, porcelain floors and brown benchtop.

Transitional Family Home

Skapa Design

This lovely transitional home in Minnesota's lake country pairs industrial elements with softer formal touches. It uses an eclectic mix of materials and design elements to create a beautiful yet comfortable family home.

White Cabinet Laundry Room

Cypress Design Co.

This is an example of a small country single-wall utility room in Providence with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Leech Lake 2

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a side-by-side washer and dryer, porcelain floors, beige floor, shaker cabinets and dark wood cabinets.

Laundry room

Dutchman Furniture LLC

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, green benchtop and porcelain floors.

Presidio Heights Remodel

Ann Lowengart Interiors

A chef’s sink in laundry room features a standard chef’s faucet. The power and agility of this faucet allow for heavy-duty cleaning and can be used to wash the homeowners' pet dog.

Golf Course Living

CC Designs LLC

This is an example of a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, porcelain floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Warm Kitchen Remodel with Red Accents

Legacy Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Calgary with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, red cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Dream Laundry / Mud Room in New Granby Home

JM Kitchen & Bath Design

This expansive laundry room, mud room is a dream come true for this new home nestled in the Colorado Rockies in Fraser Valley. This is a beautiful transition from outside to the great room beyond. A place to sit, take off your boots and coat and plenty of storage.

Williams Bentwater Home

LaMay Designs

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Houston with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Бытовая комната

Валентина Мурзина

Photo of a small contemporary dedicated laundry room in Saint Petersburg with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Bloomfield Hills, Lakewood Heights Mud Room/Laundry Room Renovation

MainStreet Design Build

A gorgeous linen weave tile is not only a showstopper in the large space but hides the daily dust of a busy family. Utilizing a combination of quartz and wood countertops along with white painted cabinetry, gave the room a timeless appeal. The brushed gold hardware and mirror inserts took the room from basic to extraordinary.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Porcelain Floors and Beige Floor

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.