This laundry room accommodates laundry, art projects, pets and more. We decided to stack the washer and dry to maximize the space as much as possible. We wrapped the counter around the back of the room to give the owners a folding table and included as many cabinets as possible to maximize storage. Our favorite part was the very fun chevron wallpaper.

Wilkins Custom Home

Alair Homes Bradford

This beautiful, modern farm style custom home was elevated into a sophisticated design with layers of warm whites, panelled walls, t&g ceilings and natural granite stone. It's built on top of an escarpment designed with large windows that has a spectacular view from every angle. There are so many custom details that make this home so special. From the custom front entry mahogany door, white oak sliding doors, antiqued pocket doors, herringbone slate floors, a dog shower, to the specially designed room to store their firewood for their 20-foot high custom stone fireplace. Other added bonus features include the four-season room with a cathedral wood panelled ceiling, large windows on every side to take in the breaking views, and a 1600 sqft fully finished detached heated garage.

Laundry & Mud Room Remodel in Coastal Virginia

Benson Homes LLC

This custom granite slab gives the homeowner a nice view into the backyard and the children's play area.
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Other with white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, beige benchtop and shaker cabinets.

Creekside Isle of Palms

SLC Architect LLC

Photographer: Alex Thornton Photography
Inspiration for a beach style galley dedicated laundry room in Charleston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Rancho Santa Fe Refresh - Master Bathroom and Laundry

Tracy Berman Interiors

The laundry room was refreshed with a unique hexagon penny tile backsplash and an oil-rubbed bronze fixture. To keep the Spanish feel we included a fun floor tile design that plays up with the blue from the washing machine set.

Trout Court Residence

CGU Homes

Photo of a large modern u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, ceramic floors, beige floor, beige benchtop and recessed.

ADA Compliant Home in Tualatin, OR

True Life Design Co

Inspiration for a large country single-wall utility room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, timber splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Falcon Lake

Timber Ridge Homes Inc.

Design ideas for a beach style l-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Country View: Farmhouse

Timberlake Custom Homes

Farmhouse interior with traditional/transitional design elements. Accents include nickel gap wainscoting, tongue and groove ceilings, wood accent doors, wood beams, porcelain and marble tile, and LVP flooring, The laundry room features custom cabinetry and a soothing blue paint color.

Bright English Beach Cottage

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Mark Lohman
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, painted wood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and beige benchtop.

New House - Wayne, PA

Peter Zimmerman Architects

Tom Crane
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with beige cabinets, an utility sink, shaker cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

A Step Above Clean

Jones Design Group LLC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and beige benchtop.

Nevada I

Ashley Martin Home

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orlando with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Orchid

Blackband Design

Interior Design: Blackband Design Build: Patterson Custom Homes Architecture: Andrade Architects Photography: Ryan Garvin
Design ideas for a large tropical l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Cottage on the Green at Candle Lake

User

Small country single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

The Squire Project

TK Building & Design

Inspiration for a small traditional galley utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, green walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

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Megan Crosbie Design

Photographer: Kerri Torrey
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Toronto with a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and beige benchtop.

Catalina

RI Studio

Fun and functional utility room with added storage
Design ideas for a large modern dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Family-Friendly Traditional Kitchen

YES Spaces, LLC

Sally Painter
Photo of a traditional l-shaped laundry room in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Union Street Project

George Gray Photography

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Providence with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Beige Benchtop

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.