Revamping the laundry room brings a blend of functionality and style to an often-overlooked space. Upgrading appliances to energy-efficient models enhances efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. Custom cabinetry and shelving solutions maximize storage for detergents, cleaning supplies, and laundry essentials, promoting an organized and clutter-free environment. Consideration of ergonomic design, such as a folding counter or ironing station, streamlines tasks and adds a touch of convenience. Thoughtful lighting choices, perhaps with LED fixtures or natural light sources, contribute to a bright and inviting atmosphere. Flooring upgrades for durability, such as water-resistant tiles or easy-to-clean materials, can withstand the demands of laundry tasks. Ultimately, a remodeled laundry room not only elevates its practical functionality but also transforms it into a well-designed, efficient space that makes the often-dreaded chore of laundry a more pleasant experience.

Summer House

Lim Design Studio, Inc

Laundry Room
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boston with a drop-in sink, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops and white benchtop.

Laundry Room - Kintyre Model - 2014 Spring Parade of Homes

Gonyea Custom Homes

Photography by Spacecrafting. Upstairs laundry room with side by side front loading washer and dryer. Wood counter tops and gray cabinets. Stone-like square tiles.

2013 Parade of Homes Home

Compass Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Columbus with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and green benchtop.

Traditional Laundry Room

transFORM Home

transFORM’s custom laundry room includes a sufficient amount of storage space so the room doesn’t feel cramped or cluttered. Designed in a white melamine, this unit features a combination of raised panel cabinetry and crown molding to hide supplies. Included within the design is a tall and slim utility cabinet equipped with a generous amount of shelving to store your everyday household items. This efficient layout places everything you need within reach. The area also includes a chrome valet rod for hanging or drip drying and a wide 1½ inch mica counter top, perfect for folding or ironing. Water-resistant mica counter tops offer high impact resistance, superior durability, and easy-to-clean convenience. Chrome pull-out baskets are designed to hold frequently used items like laundry detergents, fabric softeners and dryer sheets. Baskets also come in handy when separating your light from dark and clean from dirty clothes. With plenty of elbowroom and workspace, you feel relaxed and energized as you get to work.

The Savannah: Best of Ohio Custom Home Over 5,000 SF

Justin Doyle Homes

This crisp and clean laundry room makes even the dingiest chore a fun one! Shiplap, open shelving, white quartz and plenty of daylight makes this into the cleanest room in the house.

Custom Laundry Room

HGI Cabinetry

The chalkboard doors and open laundry baskets are easy to see but also built-in are pull out hampers, laundry chute and a drawer for hanging clothes.

Reclaimed Brick with Board and Batten Modern Farmhouse on Acreage

Wyrick Residential Design

Large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Hidden Hills, CA. Major Remodel

Dennis Thompson Architect

Contractor: Schaub Construction Interior Designer: Jessica Risko Smith Interior Design Photographer: Lepere Studio
Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, slate splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Elkhorn Hill

Virtual Studio Innovations

This is an example of a contemporary utility room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Open and Airy Highland House

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets and grey walls.

Elmhurst

Ross Builders, Inc.

Laundry
Photo of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

2018 NWA Parade of Homes

Northwest Arkansas Home Builders Association

Celtic Construction
Design ideas for a country single-wall laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Luxurious Traditional Full House Remodel in Goodrich, MI

Dream Kitchens

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, marble floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Home Remodel (Gordon)

Caine & Company

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room - Fishers, IN -2018

The HomeWright, LLC

Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall utility room in Indianapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and black benchtop.

Deerfield Laundry/Mudroom

Tiffany Brooks, HGTV Host & Interior Designer

https://www.tiffanybrooksinteriors.com Inquire About Our Design Services Timeless transitional mudroom/laundry room, designed by Laura Kulas of Tiffany Brooks Interiors. Photographed by Kiley Humbert Photography

Deerfield Laundry/Mudroom With Gray Cabinets

Tiffany Brooks, HGTV Host & Interior Designer

Laundry Room Envy! - DryAway

DryAway by Jilidoni Designs

Mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

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Custom Kitchen Designs LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Miami with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Recessed-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.