We just recently converted an unused bedroom into a combination guest bath/laundry room for a couple whose children are grown. The left side of the room includes a storage cabinet, a folding counter with clothes hampers underneath and a build-in ironing board as well as a hanging section and a stackable washer and dryer. On the ride side is the toilet, sink and shower. It is not only a versatile use of space but because of its size, color and layout the owners also enjoy doing laundry now!

The Prairies - Echelon Home

Structur Design + Interiors

Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Omaha with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Grade II listed Islington Georgian Townhouse

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Utility connecting to the kitchen with plum walls and ceiling, wooden worktop, belfast sink and copper accents. Mustard yellow gingham curtains hide the utilities.

Private Residence Fitchburg WI

Silver Leaf Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Milwaukee with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry with Black and White Floor

Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.

Black and white checkerboard flooring on the diagonal with lavender walls.
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, purple walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and black floor.

14th Ave

Structural Dimensions, Inc.

Ehlen Creative Communications, LLC
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, purple walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, green floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Needham Livingston Circle New Construction Project

Federow Development

The fun purple walls in this client's dream laundry room has it all! lots of cabinet storage and counter space for folding laundry, as well as a sink and full sized w/d. Lots of windows provide lots of natural light.

Bridgewater Drive

Hunter Kitchen & Bath

Small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, pink splashback, purple walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Deerfield

AG&M Austin (Architectural Granite & Marble)

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

ADDITION TO SOMERSET

Gemini Design Group LLC

new laundry room with granite counter and herringbone subway tile backsplash
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in New York with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, purple walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Bright English Beach Cottage

Alison Kandler Interior Design

David Tsay for HGTV Magazine
Design ideas for a traditional dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, purple walls, painted wood floors and white benchtop.

Bryce Dallas Howard's Los Angeles Home

Emily Pertzborn Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, purple walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Barberry Beauty

Gatti Brothers Ltd.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Kitchen Encounters

This is an example of a traditional laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, purple walls, ceramic floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Renovation Renewal - Fullerton

Morey Remodeling Group

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and shaker cabinets.

Specialty Projects

Wesson Builders

Utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, purple walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Warren Street - NE Atlanta

Urban Purpose Design

Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, beige benchtop and purple walls.

Catalina

RI Studio

Fun and functional utility room with added storage
Design ideas for a large modern dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Whitton Remodel

David Aldrich Designs Ltd

David Aldrich Designs Photography
Photo of a mid-sized modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in London with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Modern Craftsman Style Home in Naperville

Hellyer Custom Builders

Large arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Purple 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.