Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, ceramic floors and black walls.

Mudroom

Kipnis Architecture + Planning

Photo: Kipnis Architecture + Planning
This is an example of a traditional laundry room in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, beige floor and beige walls.

Chastain Park Perfect!

Lesa Bell, Harry Norman, Realtors

Updated Laundry Room that Will Attract Buyers Lesa Bell/Elsie Thompson Harry Norman Realtors
This is an example of a traditional laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Jenny Rausch

Karr Bick Kitchen and Bath

Denash photography, Designed by Jenny Rausch C.K.D This fabulous laundry room is a favorite. The distressed cabinetry with tumbled stone floor and custom piece of furniture sets it apart from any traditional laundry room. Bead board walls, granite countertop, beautiful blue gray washer dryer built in. The under counter laundry with folding area and dry sink are highly functional for any homeowner.

New Old House

Doreen Schweitzer Interiors, Ltd.

Sage green beadboard with a ledge molding designed with a place for hooks to hang clothing is decorative as well as functional. Cabinetry is also Sage Green and the design includes space for folding and a sewing desk. The floor tile is ceramic in a terra cotta style.

08 Timberwolf Laundry

Fashion Par Kitchens

Photo of a large traditional dedicated laundry room in Cedar Rapids with a drop-in sink, beige cabinets, raised-panel cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel w/ Laundry Room

DezinerTonie, LLC DDI, Interior Designer

Small traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, yellow walls, a drop-in sink, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and red benchtop.

The Sterling

Joseph Paul Homes

Joseph Paul Homes
This is an example of a traditional dedicated laundry room in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and orange floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Raised-panel 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.