Laundry room with dark cabinets
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped laundry room in Portland with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, an utility sink, white splashback, stone slab splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Mt. Pleasant House

DSBG

Design ideas for a large eclectic single-wall utility room in Toronto with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, grey walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Rio Vista Home Flood Remediation

Trebbi Custom Construction

Transitional u-shaped utility room in Miami with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, beige walls, travertine floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

The Shenandoah

River City Custom Homes

A great space to get work done!
Large country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Richmond with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and multi-coloured floor.

Transitional Custom Home in Webster

Gerber Homes

The designated laundry room is located right off the expansive kitchen.
Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Evergreen Renovation: Laundry Room

MARGARITA BRAVO

Darker gray cabinetry makes this laundry room look clean and modern. Project designed by Denver, Colorado interior design Margarita Bravo. She serves Denver as well as surrounding areas such as Cherry Hills Village, Englewood, Greenwood Village, and Bow Mar. For more about MARGARITA BRAVO, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/portfolio/colorado-nature-inspired-getaway/

The Carlisle

Clark & Co Homes

Doug Petersen Photography
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts galley dedicated laundry room in Boise with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Rustic Equity

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

photo: Paul Grdina Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Lightyear Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Playful Mission Lunar Transitional Kitchen

Raywal Cabinets

Adrian Ozimek
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Lake DuBay Condos Two Story

Blenker Construction

Kyle Halter
Design ideas for a large traditional laundry cupboard in Other with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Interior Projects 2016

Hofmann Design Build, Inc.

Architect: Dana Napurano, Hofmann Design Build
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional utility room in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets and grey walls.

Karalyn in Neenah

Cypress Homes, Inc.

This laundry room also has dark stained finishes. A large cabinet and counter space is included on one end and there is space for a side-by- side washer and dryer

2015 Summit Construction, The Betty Jane

OSMOND DESIGNS

Heather Telford Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

"The Grange" Bungalow

User

Donna Mansfield
Transitional laundry room in Edmonton with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black cabinets.

Ranch Revival

Courtney Thomas Design

We planned a thoughtful redesign of this beautiful home while retaining many of the existing features. We wanted this house to feel the immediacy of its environment. So we carried the exterior front entry style into the interiors, too, as a way to bring the beautiful outdoors in. In addition, we added patios to all the bedrooms to make them feel much bigger. Luckily for us, our temperate California climate makes it possible for the patios to be used consistently throughout the year. The original kitchen design did not have exposed beams, but we decided to replicate the motif of the 30" living room beams in the kitchen as well, making it one of our favorite details of the house. To make the kitchen more functional, we added a second island allowing us to separate kitchen tasks. The sink island works as a food prep area, and the bar island is for mail, crafts, and quick snacks. We designed the primary bedroom as a relaxation sanctuary – something we highly recommend to all parents. It features some of our favorite things: a cognac leather reading chair next to a fireplace, Scottish plaid fabrics, a vegetable dye rug, art from our favorite cities, and goofy portraits of the kids. --- Project designed by Courtney Thomas Design in La Cañada. Serving Pasadena, Glendale, Monrovia, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, and Altadena. For more about Courtney Thomas Design, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.courtneythomasdesign.com/portfolio/functional-ranch-house-design/

Fresh and Modern Renovation

MARGARITA BRAVO

Our clients wanted a modern mountain getaway that would combine their gorgeous mountain surroundings with contemporary finishes. To highlight the stunning cathedral ceilings, we decided to take the natural stone on the fireplace from floor to ceiling. The dark wood mantle adds a break for the eye, and ties in the views of surrounding trees. Our clients wanted a complete facelift for their kitchen, and this started with removing the excess of dark wood on the ceiling, walls, and cabinets. Opening a larger picture window helps in bringing the outdoors in, and contrasting white and black cabinets create a fresh and modern feel. --- Project designed by Montecito interior designer Margarita Bravo. She serves Montecito as well as surrounding areas such as Hope Ranch, Summerland, Santa Barbara, Isla Vista, Mission Canyon, Carpinteria, Goleta, Ojai, Los Olivos, and Solvang. For more about MARGARITA BRAVO, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/portfolio/colorado-nature-inspired-getaway/

Sonoma Heights Home Remodel

Kitchen Places

Inspiration for a modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and beige benchtop.

Timeless & Elegant Kitchen, Bathroom and Laundry

Skydell Contracting Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Graves

RS Kitchen & Bath (Raymond Smith's Cabinets)

Laundry room in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Black 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.