This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Manchester with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, blue walls and slate floors.

Complete Home Renovation

Randal G. Winter Construction Inc.

Mel Carll
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Hidden Hills View

Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.

Madeline Harper Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and grey benchtop.

Upper NW Hills

Austin Impressions - A Design and Build Firm

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Technicolor Farmhouse

Rock House Design

Small country single-wall laundry room in San Francisco with multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and black floor.

River Hills Fort Worth, TX

The ARTEC Group, Inc.

The ARTEC Group, Inc - Herringbone tile floor. Laundry Room. TV Monitor mounted on wall. Book shelves. Functional and Fun!
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops and slate floors.

River Oaks, Del Monte Park

Mirador Builders

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Houston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Boulder Remodel Home: Approachable Elegance

Factor Design Build

The laundry area features a fun ceramic tile design with open shelving and storage above the machine space.
Inspiration for a small country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, cement tile splashback, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

1870s Colonial Renovation

Sloan Springer Architect

Located directly across from Knight Park in Collingswood, this Grand Center Hall Colonial home had been in the same family since it’s construction in 1875. While it was in great condition when the new owners purchased the home in 2018, there was much room for some fresh life for a new young family. Through a series of additions in the mid-1900’s, the original kitchen had been relocated to a long and narrow space at the back of the house, with a small powder and laundry room. In place of the kitchen was a small guest room that was mainly used as a play area for the kids. The main purview of the renovation was to restore the kitchen to its original location and open it up to the living room to allow for a larger and brighter space. That left the previous kitchen space free to be converted to a full-size laundry and mud room, complete with a new rear entry space. Lastly one of the four bedrooms upstairs was reduced to make room for a new ensuite owners’ bathroom to compliment the only other full bathroom in the house. With bright colors and plenty of large original windows, the new layout allows for a more connected and open living flow while also greatly improving the functionality of each space, making the home ready for its next chapter and generations to come.

Edgewater - Entire Home Renovation

Mancuso Homes

Transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Crafting Luxury: A Comprehensive Remodel in the Heart of Saratoga

May Construction, Inc.

Behind a stylish black barn door and separate from the living area, lies the modern laundry room. Boasting a state-of-the-art Electrolux front load washer and dryer, they’re set against pristine white maple cabinets adorned with sleek matte black knobs. Additionally, a handy utility sink is present making it convenient for washing out any tough stains. The backdrop showcases a striking Modena black & white mosaic tile in matte Fiore, which complements the Brazilian slate floor seamlessly.

My Work

Caliber Remodeling

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

2014 Parade of Homes Model

Otero Signature Homes

Cabinets: Custom Flooring: DalTile Imperial Forest S780 Washer and Dryer: Samsung Laundry Paint Color: Herbal Wash SW7739 Countertops: Quartz Zodiac Remnant Warm Taupe Photos by Gwendolyn Lanstrum

#RaspberryHillHouse - Main Floor and Porch

Alma Homes

Laura Rae Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, white cabinets, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, shaker cabinets and quartzite benchtops.

Tricklebrook - Inland Lake Lot

Visbeen Architects

Good things come in small packages, as Tricklebrook proves. This compact yet charming design packs a lot of personality into an efficient plan that is perfect for a tight city or waterfront lot. Inspired by the Craftsman aesthetic and classic All-American bungalow design, the exterior features interesting roof lines with overhangs, stone and shingle accents and abundant windows designed both to let in maximum natural sunlight as well as take full advantage of the lakefront views. The covered front porch leads into a welcoming foyer and the first level’s 1,150-square foot floor plan, which is divided into both family and private areas for maximum convenience. Private spaces include a flexible first-floor bedroom or office on the left; family spaces include a living room with fireplace, an open plan kitchen with an unusual oval island and dining area on the right as well as a nearby handy mud room. At night, relax on the 150-square-foot screened porch or patio. Head upstairs and you’ll find an additional 1,025 square feet of living space, with two bedrooms, both with unusual sloped ceilings, walk-in closets and private baths. The second floor also includes a convenient laundry room and an office/reading area. Photographer: Dave Leale

New New Hope Mudroom and Laundry Room

Glenna Stone Interior Design

Photo of a large u-shaped utility room in Philadelphia with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, cement tile splashback, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Hidden Hills View

Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.

Complete Home Renovation

Randal G. Winter Construction Inc.

Mel Carll
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - Traditional - 2

Liberty Hill Construction

Mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Manchester with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Coastal with French Chateau Characteristics

Patrick Widing Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large country dedicated laundry room in Detroit with recessed-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets, quartzite benchtops, slate floors and grey floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Quartzite Benchtops and Slate Floors

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.