Traditional dedicated laundry room in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse New Addition and Remodel

Elizabeth Yager Designs

These clients came to us in one of our design seminars last spring. They have a country home that they wanted to add a brand new addition and completely remodel. The addition would house a new living space with a vaulted ceiling, which would then be open to the kitchen and dining area. The old living room would become a new master suite, with a new master bathroom and closet. We would also be redoing the cabinets in their laundry room and their second bathroom as well. The engineered wood flooring, the tile and the master shower we picked out from Wright’s. The cabinets are our Shiloh brand and designed by Elizabeth Yager Designs through Kuche Fine Cabinetry. And the counter tops are from Kuche Fine Cabinetry but through Pyramid Marble and Granite.

North Plainfield Home Remodel

SEI Construction, Inc

Photo of a large country single-wall utility room in Newark with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, painted wood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Charles St. Charmer - Laundry Room

Final Draft Cabinetry

Cabinets: Merit By Final Draft Cabinetry www.finaldraftcabinetry.com - 604-293-1020 Design: Beyond Beige Interior Design Photos: Provoke Studios
Mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Paradise Valley (Knotty alder to white)

Ray of Light Custom Cabinets

knotty alder cabinet refinished with "Swiss Coffee" lacquer paint and Singer glazing on profile
Design ideas for a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets and turquoise cabinets.

Modern Farmhouse New Addition and Remodel

Elizabeth Yager Designs

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets and Turquoise Cabinets

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.