Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls and brick floors.

Custom Lake Home New Build

New Rosslyn Construction

This is an example of a large beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, brick floors, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Collingwood Chalet

Bloomsbury Kitchens and Fine Cabinetry

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Chenal Valley - Sologne

Parkinson Building Group

This is an example of a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Little Rock with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and recessed-panel cabinets.

Bellingham, WA Residence

Camano Custom Cabinets

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped laundry room in Seattle with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls and brick floors.

Rancho Valencia

McCullough Design Development, Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall laundry room in San Diego with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Meadow (Preston Hollow)

Nixon Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry Blues

PKsurroundings

Fun yet functional laundry! photos by Rob Karosis
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor and grey benchtop.

Bloomfield Hills

reDesign home llc

Kate Benjamin Photograohy
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey walls, brick floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Pintail Pt. Kitchen Remodel

Spruill Custom Homes, LLC

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, blue walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Longwoods Transitional

Frankel Design Build

Photo of an expansive transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Sims Hilditch, Dorset Manor House

Sims Hilditch

Large country galley laundry room in Dorset with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, brick floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Third Street Excelsior

The Sitting Room

Laundry Room Troy Theis Photography
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer and an undermount sink.

Athens Farmhouse

M. Barnes & Co

Danny Piassick
Photo of a country laundry room in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and beige benchtop.

Wallpaper Detail

Happy House Interiors, llc.

Osbourne & Little "Derwent" wallpaper celebrates the homeowners love of her pet koi fish.
Inspiration for a small eclectic galley utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, multi-coloured walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, green benchtop, wood and wallpaper.

Painted Brick with Southern Charm

Wyrick Residential Design

Mid-sized country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, grey benchtop and concrete benchtops.

Baker House

MJS Designers Group

Inspiration for a large country u-shaped utility room in Orlando with marble benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

Bayfront Home with Cusom Cabinetry by Eastburn Woodworks

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Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Fox Country Farmhouse

Buchanan Construction

This Beautiful Country Farmhouse rests upon 5 acres among the most incredible large Oak Trees and Rolling Meadows in all of Asheville, North Carolina. Heart-beats relax to resting rates and warm, cozy feelings surplus when your eyes lay on this astounding masterpiece. The long paver driveway invites with meticulously landscaped grass, flowers and shrubs. Romantic Window Boxes accentuate high quality finishes of handsomely stained woodwork and trim with beautifully painted Hardy Wood Siding. Your gaze enhances as you saunter over an elegant walkway and approach the stately front-entry double doors. Warm welcomes and good times are happening inside this home with an enormous Open Concept Floor Plan. High Ceilings with a Large, Classic Brick Fireplace and stained Timber Beams and Columns adjoin the Stunning Kitchen with Gorgeous Cabinets, Leathered Finished Island and Luxurious Light Fixtures. There is an exquisite Butlers Pantry just off the kitchen with multiple shelving for crystal and dishware and the large windows provide natural light and views to enjoy. Another fireplace and sitting area are adjacent to the kitchen. The large Master Bath boasts His & Hers Marble Vanity’s and connects to the spacious Master Closet with built-in seating and an island to accommodate attire. Upstairs are three guest bedrooms with views overlooking the country side. Quiet bliss awaits in this loving nest amiss the sweet hills of North Carolina.

Cabinet Overall

Happy House Interiors, llc.

The cabinets are a custom paint color by Benjamin Moore called "Fan Coral". It is a near perfect match to the fish in the wallpaper.
Photo of a small eclectic galley utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, multi-coloured walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, green benchtop, wood and decorative wall panelling.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Brick 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.