Small country utility room in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Nashville Laundry Room

Usable Space Interiors, LLC

Design ideas for a small country utility room in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Nashville Laundry Room

Usable Space Interiors, LLC

Inspiration for a small country utility room in Nashville with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Geneva 2019 MBA Parade of Homes Model

Victory Homes of Wisconsin, Inc

Family command center houses the laundry room, a work island, storage lockers, a utility sink... and all of your daily clutter
Photo of a large transitional utility room in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

American Journey

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Photo of a large u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Geneva 2019 MBA Parade of Homes Model

Victory Homes of Wisconsin, Inc

Family command center houses the laundry room, a work island, storage lockers, a utility sink... and all of your daily clutter
This is an example of a large transitional utility room in Milwaukee with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Project | Lauren

SGA Designs

At this upscale classical-contemporary space, we wanted to create a functional environment that continued the same language of elegance throughout. With an eclectic mix of materials and textures we balanced the space through changes in scale and line.

Kent Pebble Bathroom & Laundry Renovation

Kitchen Inspiration Inc.

Cabinets: Sollera Fine Cabinetry Countertop: Caesarstone Quartz Surface This is a design-build project by Kitchen Inspiration Inc.
This is an example of a mid-sized tropical laundry room in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors and beige floor.

American Journey

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Design ideas for a large u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Youbou: Laundry & Freezer Room

McPherson Cabinetry

Inspiration for a modern u-shaped utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Our solution was to create a spacious multi-use room to serve as a mudroom/entry. The laundry area is comfortable, with plenty of space. The garage is a bit tight, so the front door serves as the primary entry and exit for the family

Foster Road

Carey's Custom Woodworking, Inc

Custom laundry room cabinets.
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall laundry room in Portland with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls, beige benchtop, laminate floors and grey floor.

Refined Luxury

Kitchen Design Partners, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Adding An Improved Laundry And Mudroom
Design ideas for a large contemporary galley utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Because we were also remodeling the laundry room, we carefully recessed the refrigerator into the wall between the two spaces
Photo of a large contemporary galley utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Urban Chateau

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop and a drop-in sink.

A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Did your grandmother have an amazing sewing room, or have you been in a farmhouse having a fantastic entryway between the garage and kitchen? Our solution was to create a multi-use space, tipping our hat to these decades-old concepts!

A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Faris Kitchen & Bath Renovation

Kitchen Inspiration Inc.

Photo of a small contemporary laundry room in San Francisco with shaker cabinets and brown cabinets.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Brown 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.