Ample storage and function were an important feature for the homeowner. Beth worked in unison with the contractor to design a custom hanging, pull-out system. The functional shelf glides out when needed, and stores neatly away when not in use. The contractor also installed a hanging rod above the washer and dryer. You can never have too much hanging space! Beth purchased mesh laundry baskets on wheels to alleviate the musty smell of dirty laundry, and a broom closet for cleaning items. There is even a cozy little nook for the family dog.

Hope Mountian

Syndicate Architects

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Stunning Kitchen and Whole House Remodel - from "Outdated" to "Gorgeous"!

Paper Moon Painting

We painted these cabinets in a satin lacquer tinted to Benjamin Moore's "River Reflections". What a difference! Photo by Matthew Niemann
This is an example of an expansive traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and beige cabinets.

Inverness Whole Home Remodel

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Photos by Jeremy Mason McGraw
This is an example of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and raised-panel cabinets.

Morristown, NJ: Laundry- Mudroom Additions, Dog Showers

Hoffman Architects Inc.

New Laundry-Mudroom addition accommodates all practical domestic needs including cubbies for book bags and a dog shower. Photo: Phil Johnson
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in New York with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Beverly Hills Kitchen, Nook, Mud Room, Laundry Room & Garage Addition

MainStreet Design Build

On April 22, 2013, MainStreet Design Build began a 6-month construction project that ended November 1, 2013 with a beautiful 655 square foot addition off the rear of this client's home. The addition included this gorgeous custom kitchen, a large mudroom with a locker for everyone in the house, a brand new laundry room and 3rd car garage. As part of the renovation, a 2nd floor closet was also converted into a full bathroom, attached to a child’s bedroom; the formal living room and dining room were opened up to one another with custom columns that coordinated with existing columns in the family room and kitchen; and the front entry stairwell received a complete re-design. KateBenjamin Photography

White Bear Lake Whole Townhouse Gut and Remodel

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

Keeping the existing cabinetry but repinting it we were able to put butcher block countertops on for workable space.
Photo of a mid-sized galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry update

Claire Guest Studio

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bayou Road - Full House Remodel 2019

JC Remodeling & Restoration, LLC

Large transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Contemporary Farmhouse New Build

User

Inspiration for a large country galley utility room in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and blue benchtop.

Transitional Kitchen and Laundry Room

McCarley Custom Cabinets

Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, black benchtop and soapstone benchtops.

Laundry, Mudroom and Butler's Pantry in Littleton, CO

Da Vinci Remodeling, LLC

Libbie Holmes Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Open shelves and hanging storage

Delicious Kitchens & Interiors, LLC

By adding cabinetry, and open shelving, there is now room for cleaning supplies as well as the ironing board and hanging clothes
Photo of a small traditional laundry room in Charleston with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate floors, brown floor, beige walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Goldsmith Neighborhood Town Home

Studio Design LLC

Virtuance Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and an undermount sink.

Basement Finishing/Remodeling, Fairfax, Virginia

BasementRemodeling.com

Basement laundry idea that incorporates a double utility sink and enough cabinetry for storage purpose.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in DC Metro with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Light and Airy Laundry Room

Sunday Home Interiors

This light and airy laundry room/mudroom beckons you with two beautiful white capiz seashell pendant lights, custom floor to ceiling cabinetry with crown molding, raised washer and dryer with storage underneath, wooden folding counter, and wall paper accent wall

Laundry Room

Custer Homes Inc

Design/Build custom home in Hummelstown, PA. This transitional style home features a timeless design with on-trend finishes and features. An outdoor living retreat features a pool, landscape lighting, playground, outdoor seating, and more.

Kitchen & Utility Hoo Kent

Ream Kitchens

After moving into their home three years ago, Mr and Mrs C left their kitchen to last as part of their home renovations. “We knew of Ream from the large showroom on the Gillingham Business Park and we had seen the Vans in our area.” says Mrs C. “We’ve moved twice already and each time our kitchen renovation has been questionable. We hoped we would be third time lucky? This time we opted for the whole kitchen renovation including the kitchen flooring, lighting and installation.” The Ream showroom in Gillingham is bright and inviting. It is a large space, as it took us over one hour to browse round all the displays. Meeting Lara at the showroom before hand, helped to put our ideas of want we wanted with Lara’s design expertise. From the initial kitchen consultation, Lara then came to measure our existing kitchen. Lara, Ream’s Kitchen Designer, was able to design Mr and Mrs C’s kitchen which came to life on the 3D software Ream uses for kitchen design. When it came to selecting the kitchen, Lara is an expert, she was thorough and an incredibly knowledgeable kitchen designer. We were never rushed in our decision; she listened to what we wanted. It was refreshing as our experience of other companies was not so pleasant. Ream has a very good range to choose from which brought our kitchen to life. The kitchen design had ingenious with clever storage ideas which ensured our kitchen was better organised. We were surprised with how much storage was possible especially as before I had only one drawer and a huge fridge freezer which reduced our worktop space. The installation was quick too. The team were considerate of our needs and asked if they had permission to park on our driveway. There was no dust or mess to come back to each evening and the rubbish was all collected too. Within two weeks the kitchen was complete. Reams customer service was prompt and outstanding. When things did go wrong, Ream was quick to rectify and communicate with us what was going on. One was the delivery of three doors which were drilled wrong and the other was the extractor. Emma, Ream’s Project Coordinator apologised and updated us on what was happening through calls and emails. “It’s the best kitchen we have ever had!” Mr & Mrs C say, we are so happy with it.

European Industrial

Emily Cathcart Designs

Lou Costy
Photo of a mid-sized industrial single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

Traditional Family-Focused Addition

Neal's Design Remodel

In the mudroom, a wall of cubbies, including show storage, welcomes the family from the side entrance. Neal's Design Remodel
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional utility room in Cincinnati with white cabinets, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and raised-panel cabinets.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets and a Side-by-side Washer and Dryer

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.