Before we started this dream laundry room was a draughty lean-to with all sorts of heating and plumbing on show. Now all of that is stylishly housed but still easily accessible and surrounded by storage. Contemporary, charcoal wood grain and knurled brass handles give these shaker doors a cool, modern edge.

Rochester Home

Executive Developers, LLC

Galley laundry with built in washer and dryer cabinets
Inspiration for an expansive modern galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, grey floor, beige benchtop and vaulted.

Lake Ridge View // Midcentury Modern

Younger Homes

Design ideas for a midcentury laundry room in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Custom Laundry & Mud Room

Leone Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

The Ryburgh

Naked Kitchens

A dream utility room, paired with a sophisticated bar area and all finished in our distinctive oak black core.
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, a concealed washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Mr McGrath - Didcot

Ridgeway Interiors

A Scandinavian Southmore Kitchen We designed, supplied and fitted this beautiful Hacker Systemat kitchen in Matt Black Lacquer finish. Teamed with Sand Oak reproduction open shelving for a Scandinavian look that is super popular and finished with a designer White Corian worktop that brightens up the space. This open plan kitchen is ready for welcoming and entertaining guests and is equipped with the latest appliances from Siemens.

Second Storey Addition - Picton

32 Degrees Building Pty Ltd

Mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with an undermount sink, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Beautiful Side Addition to Oak Hill Home

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

Side Addition to Oak Hill Home After living in their Oak Hill home for several years, they decided that they needed a larger, multi-functional laundry room, a side entrance and mudroom that suited their busy lifestyles. A small powder room was a closet placed in the middle of the kitchen, while a tight laundry closet space overflowed into the kitchen. After meeting with Michael Nash Custom Kitchens, plans were drawn for a side addition to the right elevation of the home. This modification filled in an open space at end of driveway which helped boost the front elevation of this home. Covering it with matching brick facade made it appear as a seamless addition. The side entrance allows kids easy access to mudroom, for hang clothes in new lockers and storing used clothes in new large laundry room. This new state of the art, 10 feet by 12 feet laundry room is wrapped up with upscale cabinetry and a quartzite counter top. The garage entrance door was relocated into the new mudroom, with a large side closet allowing the old doorway to become a pantry for the kitchen, while the old powder room was converted into a walk-in pantry. A new adjacent powder room covered in plank looking porcelain tile was furnished with embedded black toilet tanks. A wall mounted custom vanity covered with stunning one-piece concrete and sink top and inlay mirror in stone covered black wall with gorgeous surround lighting. Smart use of intense and bold color tones, help improve this amazing side addition. Dark grey built-in lockers complementing slate finished in place stone floors created a continuous floor place with the adjacent kitchen flooring. Now this family are getting to enjoy every bit of the added space which makes life easier for all.

North Glenmore (Custom)

Elle Peters Design

Traditional-industrial custom bungalow in Calgary.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional laundry room in Calgary with black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

96th Street E Master Bath and Laundry Room

Ohana Home & Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

2015 Summit Construction, The Betty Jane

OSMOND DESIGNS

Heather Telford Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Downtown Luxury

Beyond the Box, Inc.

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Home Addition

Strong Builders Inc.

Photo of a modern single-wall utility room in Orange County with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Noir Wash

Blanc & Noir Interiors

This Noir Wash Cabinetry features a stunning black finish with elegant gold accents, bringing a timeless style to your space. Provided by Blanc & Noir Interiors, the superior craftsmanship of this updated laundry room is built to last. The classic features allow you to enjoy this luxurious look for years to come. Bold cabinetry is a perfect way to bring personality and allure to any space. We are loving the statement this dark stain makes against a crispy white wall!

Contemporary & Expansive Handleless Flat Slab Kitchen

Planet Furniture

What we have here is an expansive space perfect for a family of 5. Located in the beautiful village of Tewin, Hertfordshire, this beautiful home had a full renovation from the floor up. The clients had a vision of creating a spacious, open-plan contemporary kitchen which would be entertaining central and big enough for their family of 5. They booked a showroom appointment and spoke with Alina, one of our expert kitchen designers. Alina quickly translated the couple’s ideas, taking into consideration the new layout and personal specifications, which in the couple’s own words “Alina nailed the design”. Our Handleless Flat Slab design was selected by the couple with made-to-measure cabinetry that made full use of the room’s ceiling height. All cabinets were hand-painted in Pitch Black by Farrow & Ball and slatted real wood oak veneer cladding with a Pitch Black backdrop was dotted around the design. All the elements from the range of Neff appliances to décor, blended harmoniously, with no one material or texture standing out and feeling disconnected. The overall effect is that of a contemporary kitchen with lots of light and colour. We are seeing lots more wood being incorporated into the modern home today. Other features include a breakfast pantry with additional drawers for cereal and a tall single-door pantry, complete with internal drawers and a spice rack. The kitchen island sits in the middle with an L-shape kitchen layout surrounding it. We also flowed the same design through to the utility.

Showcase home in De Pere

Prestige Custom Cabinetry & Millwork, Inc.

Prestige Custom Cabinetry & Millwork
Inspiration for a modern laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops and white benchtop.

Laundry Room / Mudroom

Kelle Dame Interiors

The home's former kitchen turned into a laundry room/mudroom.
This is an example of a traditional galley utility room in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Custom Laundry & Mud Room

Leone Builders

Mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

First Line Project

Barzotti Woodworking Ltd.

This is an example of a transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Belle Street

Alair Homes - Salt Lake

Photo of a large country galley dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Black Cabinets and Quartzite 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.