Christopher Davison, AIA
Mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

West Wing

Room Resolutions

The existing laundry room needed a total face-lift, including new white cabinetry; new GE appliances and a large laundry tub sink to facilitate easily completed chores. The large scale, 24” floor tiles help create a roomy feeling, so as not to feel trapped in what seemed like a dungeon previously. Unexpected lighting of a hanging, chain lantern adds to the brightness and character to a workspace. Photography - Grey Crawford

Narrow Laundry/Mudroom Maximized

Closet Organizing Systems

A perpendicular Charging Station with mail/paperwork slots, plenty of room for cell phones, I-Pods, I-Pads plus the children’s electronic gadgets, bins for paraphernalia and related attachments is a sure sign of this Century. Ivory glazed melamine. Donna Siben/Designer for Closet Organizing Systems

Perth Laundry Renovation

Small Bathroom Renovations Perth

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Stone Oak Whole House Remodel

Haven Design and Construction

The hardworking laundry room was freshened up by painting the existing cabinets and walls, updating the cabinet hardware, sink and faucet and by installing durable quartz countertops and porcelain floor tile that both look like marble.

The Library

AFT Construction

Large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Southern Hospitality

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

Elegant, yet functional laundry room off the kitchen. Hidden away behind sliding doors, this laundry space opens to double as a butler's pantry during preparations and service for entertaining guests.

Contemporary Craftsman

Chambers Interior Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Portland with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

New Life, New Home

AV Architects + Builders

AV Architects + Builders Location: Falls Church, VA, USA Our clients were a newly-wed couple looking to start a new life together. With a love for the outdoors and theirs dogs and cats, we wanted to create a design that wouldn’t make them sacrifice any of their hobbies or interests. We designed a floor plan to allow for comfortability relaxation, any day of the year. We added a mudroom complete with a dog bath at the entrance of the home to help take care of their pets and track all the mess from outside. We added multiple access points to outdoor covered porches and decks so they can always enjoy the outdoors, not matter the time of year. The second floor comes complete with the master suite, two bedrooms for the kids with a shared bath, and a guest room for when they have family over. The lower level offers all the entertainment whether it’s a large family room for movie nights or an exercise room. Additionally, the home has 4 garages for cars – 3 are attached to the home and one is detached and serves as a workshop for him. The look and feel of the home is informal, casual and earthy as the clients wanted to feel relaxed at home. The materials used are stone, wood, iron and glass and the home has ample natural light. Clean lines, natural materials and simple details for relaxed casual living. Stacy Zarin Photography

Scott Felder- Harrison Hills, Dripping Springs

ModelDeco

Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and a drop-in sink.

Goshen Road Farmhouse

Roanoke Woodworking Inc.

Having the washer and dryer in the kitchen is not ideal, but they can be cleverly hidden with bi-fold doors. The bottom piece of trim is held with clips and is removable for maintenance.

Arts and Crafts Kitchen Remodel

Axtell Construction

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige walls and slate floors.

Cheerful Laundry and Mudroom

Simply Home Decorating

Before we redesigned the basement of this charming but compact 1950's North Vancouver home, this space was an unfinished utility room that housed nothing more than an outdated furnace and hot water tank. Since space was at a premium we recommended replacing the furnace with a high efficiency model and converting the hot water tank to an on-demand system, both of which could be housed in the adjacent crawl space. That left room for a generous laundry room conveniently located at the back entrance of the house where family members returning from a mountain bike ride can undress, drop muddy clothes into the washing machine and proceed to shower in the bathroom just across the hall. Interior Design by Lori Steeves of Simply Home Decorating. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography.

Gold & White Laundry Room

Gina Paris Design

Laundry room renovation
Small transitional galley laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, mirror splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Chloe Project [6400]

Reinbold Inc.

Jim McClune
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Grovepoint

Holmes + Salter Interiors

Abby Caroline Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls and travertine floors.

New Traditional in Tustin Ranch, CA

Sanctuary Design, Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional galley utility room in Orange County with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Pantries

CLOSET FURNISHINGS & CABINETRY

Multi-use Laundry Room \ Pantry \ Mudroom with folding area, slide outs for canned goods, wicker baskets, and storage for cooking sheets, shoes, jackets, coats. Photo by Charles Richardson, http://www.chasrichardson.com

Traditional Elegance Entire Home Remodel

Mark Allen Design and Construction

Large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Carmel Cottage Renovation

Bakker Construction

Inspiration for a small country galley laundry cupboard in San Francisco with light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white cabinets, yellow walls, brown floor and raised-panel cabinets.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets and White 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.