Renovation & Full Furnishing, Alphington

A reorganised laundry space, with a dedicated spot for all the essentials.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Forde Residence

Studio Black Interiors

For this home in the Canberra suburb of Forde, Studio Black Interiors gave the laundry an interior design makeover. Studio Black was responsible for re-designing the laundry and selecting the finishes and fixtures to make the laundry feel more modern and practical for this family home. Photography by Hcreations.

Multifunctional Laundry Rooms

Atlantic Kitchen & Bath LLC

Sleek design but plenty of storage
Large traditional u-shaped utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

San Jose Modern Traditional

Cathie Hong Interiors

This home was a blend of modern and traditional, mixed finishes, classic subway tiles, and ceramic light fixtures. The kitchen was kept bright and airy with high-end appliances for the avid cook and homeschooling mother. As an animal loving family and owner of two furry creatures, we added a little whimsy with cat wallpaper in their laundry room.

Whitewing

AFT Construction

High Res Media
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, quartz benchtops, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and a drop-in sink.

Dog Friendly Remodel

Four Brothers Design + Build

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Design Ideas Featuring Inspired Closets

Inspired Closets by Organized Spaces

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, carpet, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

BLAIRWOOD

Scala Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a large midcentury galley utility room in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Seaford Kitchen & Laundry

The Kitchen Designer

A small beachside home was reconfigured to allow for a larger kitchen opening to the back yard with compact adjacent laundry. The feature tiled wall makes quite a statement with striking dark turquoise hand-made tiles. The wall conceals the small walk-in pantry we managed to fit in behind. Used for food storage and making messy afternoon snacks without cluttering the open plan kitchen/dining living room. Lots of drawers and benchspace in the actual kitchen make this kitchen a dream to work in. And enhances the whole living dining space. The laundry continues with the same materials as the kitchen so make a small but functional space connect with the kitchen.

Modern Farmhouse

Michele Moss Design

Modern Farmhouse Laundry Room with sliding barn door with gorgeous black and white Moroccan style tile.
Mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, recessed-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops and white benchtop.

Midcentury Modern Custom Home Build in Eagle

Solitude Homes

Photo of a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boise with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Heaven

Lux Interiors

Small contemporary galley utility room in Perth with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

2017 Designer Showhouse of New Jersey

Thyme & Place Design LLC

Peter Rymwid
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Merced

CONCEPT ONE HOMES INC

Photo of a beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Orange County with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Arrol

Lindon Homes Pty Ltd

Fresh White Hamtons Style Laundry
Mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, white benchtop, a drop-in sink and raised-panel cabinets.

Federation House Laundry

ENI Design Interior Architecture

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Highland Park Laundry Room

Kelly Martin Interiors

Photo: Meghan Bob Photography
Small modern galley dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Country Comfort

Gordon James Construction

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, grey floor, white benchtop and grey walls.

Transitional Medium Wood Laundry Room

Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home

Robb Siverson Photography
Small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Workspace

Brisbane Kitchens and Bathrooms

Space for laundry products top and bottom with a sink for soaking clothing. Photos by Brisbane Kitchens & Bathrooms
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Drop-in Sink and Quartz Benchtops

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.