Who says you can't have a laundry/mudroom that has style and function!? We transformed this traditional craftsman style room and turned it into a modern craftsman for this busy family of 4.

Warm & Cozy Mudroom/Laundry

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Inspiration for a large u-shaped utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop, light wood cabinets and decorative wall panelling.

New studio Glasnevin

Dee Design

Inspiration for a contemporary laundry room in Dublin with beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

The Breezeway

Heliconia

Marble penny rounds, brass handles and an integrated laundry chute make for a convenient and beautiful laundry space.
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, marble splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, grey splashback and grey floor.

SUGAR GLIDER RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

LUXURY IN BLACK - Matte black 'shaker' profile cabinetry - Feature Polytec 'Prime Oak' lamiwood doors - 20mm thick Caesarstone 'Snow' benchtop - White gloss subway tiles with black grout - Brushed nickel hardware - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, kitchens by Emanuel

Vista Baya Modern Farmhouse

Olga Dean Interior Design

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Parker IV Model Home | Stewart Ridge Plainfield, IL

DJK Custom Homes

This photo was taken at DJK Custom Homes new Parker IV Eco-Smart model home in Stewart Ridge of Plainfield, Illinois.
Photo of a mid-sized industrial dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, brick splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and brick walls.

Shifting Gears

Esslinger Design Company

Photography by Picture Perfect House
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Farmhouse

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry

Chelsea door, Slab & Manor Flat drawer fronts, Designer White enamel.
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Compact Laundry Room Renovation

Henrietta Heisler Interiors Inc

This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. Between the cabinetry and blue fantasy marble countertop sits a luxuriously tiled backsplash. This beautiful backsplash hides the door to necessary valves, its outline barely visible while allowing easy access.

Rugheimer Custom Coastal Cottage

Delpino Custom Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall utility room in Charleston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and blue floor.

Monifieth utility room

Liberty Fitting Service Ltd

small utility room
Small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white benchtop, a single-bowl sink, blue walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Egypt Valley Traditional Residence

Jennifer Butler Design

With this fun wallpaper by Stroheim and this view, who would imagine laundry a chore in this charming laundry room? Cabinetry by Ascent Fine Cabinetry.

Stunning Spanish Farmhouse

Kerrie Kelly Design Lab

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Silver Oak Bosky Dell

The WhiteHouse Collection

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Richmond Retreat

Nikole Starr Interiors

This is an example of a traditional l-shaped laundry room in Houston with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

The Lodge- Utility/ Boot Room

INTERIORS BY INGRID Ltd

Light and elegant utility room in cashmere grey finish with white worktops, marble chevron tiles and brass accessories.
Photo of a large contemporary laundry cupboard in Cheshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Wayzata Luxury Duplex Upper Lake Rental

Pillar Homes

Built by Pillar Homes - Photography by Spacecrafting Photography
Photo of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Organized Mudroom and Laundry

Innovative Design Build

We redesigned this client’s laundry space so that it now functions as a Mudroom and Laundry. There is a place for everything including drying racks and charging station for this busy family. Now there are smiles when they walk in to this charming bright room because it has ample storage and space to work!

Brookhaven Addition

Infinite Home

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Beaded Inset 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.