Design ideas for an expansive transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Sydney with shaker cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, beige walls, brick floors, red floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Full Home Remodel

TMD Custom Builders

This is an example of a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

South Park Residence

Kitchen Vitality Design LLC

Transitional galley utility room in Charlotte with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Entrada

Tracy Lynn Studio

Blue cabinetry
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Diego with quartz benchtops, slate floors, white benchtop, a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Willow Creek

Jackson & LeRoy

Joshua Caldwell Photography
Inspiration for a traditional dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

Westchester Renovation

Randolph Design + Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary laundry room in Oklahoma City with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Farmhouse Laundry Room

Jenna Sue Design Co.

Gary Johnson
Photo of a mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in Tampa with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

E Ave Project

Bungalow 56

Samantha Goh
Design ideas for a small midcentury galley laundry cupboard in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white walls, limestone floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, grey cabinets and wood benchtops.

PASADENA | LAUNDRY

STEFANI STEIN

Tessa Neustadt
Inspiration for a mid-sized country laundry room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Classic Clean Line Ranch Home in Rolling Hills Estates

Pritzkat & Johnson Architects

Peter McMenamin
Photo of a mid-sized traditional dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Woodchuck Kitchen Renovation

Terracotta Design Build

Jeff Herr
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional laundry room in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and wood benchtops.

Bourne Manor

Snug Kitchens

Large transitional galley laundry room in Hampshire with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build

Haven Design and Construction

The light filled laundry room is punctuated with black and gold accents, a playful floor tile pattern and a large dog shower. The U-shaped laundry room features plenty of counter space for folding clothes and ample cabinet storage. A mesh front drying cabinet is the perfect spot to hang clothes to dry out of sight. The "drop zone" outside of the laundry room features a countertop beside the garage door for leaving car keys and purses. Under the countertop, the client requested an open space to fit a large dog kennel to keep it tucked away out of the walking area. The room's color scheme was pulled from the fun floor tile and works beautifully with the nearby kitchen and pantry.

Parker Project

Stephanie Alegre Interiors

Modern laundry room and mudroom with natural elements. Casual yet refined, with fresh and eclectic accents. Natural wood, tile flooring, custom cabinetry.

Not Your Grandfather's Barn! A Modern Pole Barn House in Lauderdale Lake Area

Stebnitz Builders, Inc.

This 2,500 square-foot home, combines the an industrial-meets-contemporary gives its owners the perfect place to enjoy their rustic 30- acre property. Its multi-level rectangular shape is covered with corrugated red, black, and gray metal, which is low-maintenance and adds to the industrial feel. Encased in the metal exterior, are three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a state-of-the-art kitchen, and an aging-in-place suite that is made for the in-laws. This home also boasts two garage doors that open up to a sunroom that brings our clients close nature in the comfort of their own home. The flooring is polished concrete and the fireplaces are metal. Still, a warm aesthetic abounds with mixed textures of hand-scraped woodwork and quartz and spectacular granite counters. Clean, straight lines, rows of windows, soaring ceilings, and sleek design elements form a one-of-a-kind, 2,500 square-foot home

Custom Cabinetry 882

Kitchen Appeal

Design ideas for a large arts and crafts galley utility room in Toronto with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

221A Street - Laundry Room

Jamie Banfield Interior Designs

The true farmhouse kitchen. Mixing bold traditional colours, natural elements, shiplap and wooden beamed ceiling details, all make for the perfectly crafted farmhouse. Layering in a traditional farm house sink, and an industrial inspired metal hood fan adds charm and a curated feel to this traditional space. No compromise spared with storage, function or innovation.

Nantucket Model Home built by Infinity Custom Homes in Wexford, PA

Infinity Custom Homes, LP

Inspiration for a traditional single-wall utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Peaceful Elegance

Kelly Marie Interior Design

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Glacier Edge Residence Remodel

Stephanie Lang

Photo: S.Lang
Small transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor, blue benchtop, grey cabinets, blue walls and a stacked washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Grey 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.