Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Portland with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, timber splashback, blue walls, limestone floors, black floor and panelled walls.

1920's Bungalow Renovation

Milieu: Architecture + Design

Photo of a small arts and crafts laundry room in Auckland with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Gorgeous Traditional Remodel in Almaden

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional galley utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and panelled walls.

Bloomfield Hills, Lakewood Heights Mud Room/Laundry Room Renovation

MainStreet Design Build

A gorgeous linen weave tile is not only a showstopper in the large space but hides the daily dust of a busy family. Utilizing a combination of quartz and wood countertops along with white painted cabinetry, gave the room a timeless appeal. The brushed gold hardware and mirror inserts took the room from basic to extraordinary.

Nt Adelaide

Qbic Living

Natural materials, clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic are all defining features of this custom solid timber Laundry.
Design ideas for a small scandinavian l-shaped laundry room in Adelaide with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and panelled walls.

Sunlit Kitchen

Kitchens by Eileen

Design ideas for a transitional galley laundry room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and panelled walls.

Modern Farm House, Los Gatos

De Mattei Construction

Country galley dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, grey benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

Laundry Room Inspiration

Trusscore

Inspiration for a mid-sized laundry room renovation with waterproof PVC panels and wall organization solution. Design features white Trusscore Wall&CeilingBoard and white Trusscore SlatWall panels and accessories.

Sydney

Designs By Deanne

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop and panelled walls.

Lockeland Springs Renovation

ArchiNerd PLLC

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts laundry room in Nashville with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and panelled walls.

Wastonia Renovation

DSdezines Interiors

Kitchen walk-in pantry off Laundry
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

London Townhouse

Heritage Ceramics

Antique Dalle de Bourgogne - an 18th century french reclaimed flagstone from burgundy in france
Mid-sized eclectic galley utility room in London with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, limestone floors, brown floor and panelled walls.

1920's Bungalow Renovation

Milieu: Architecture + Design

Design ideas for a small arts and crafts laundry room in Auckland with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, exposed beam and panelled walls.

Wastonia Renovation

DSdezines Interiors

Small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop, recessed and panelled walls.

Norwood Cottage

iHome Prestige Luxury Inc

This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and panelled walls.

Gorgeous Traditional Remodel in Almaden

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and panelled walls.

Gorgeous Traditional Remodel in Almaden

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Gorgeous Traditional Remodel in Almaden

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Gorgeous Traditional Remodel in Almaden

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional galley utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and panelled walls.

Bloomfield Hills, Lakewood Heights Mud Room/Laundry Room Renovation

MainStreet Design Build

This multi purpose room includes custom pet beds, a built-in workstation, built-in lockers and utility cabinets.
Large transitional galley utility room in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, beige benchtop, white splashback, timber splashback and panelled walls.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Panelled Walls

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.