Laundry and mud room with custom dog wash

The dog wash has pull out steps so large dogs can get in the tub without the owners having to lift them. The dog wash also is used as the laundry's deep sink. Debbie Schwab Photography

Hamptons Style Living

Living Edge Kitchens

Modern laundry offering plenty of bench space, a chute and plenty of storage all the necessary items and more! Enviable shaker style to compliment the Hamptons look of the home. Live By The Sea Photography

Ashland Kitchen renovation

Archambault Construction

Ashland kitchen/laundry renovation
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Barefoot Contessa

Rhonda Knoche Design

After photo - front loading washer/dryer with continuous counter. "Fresh as soap" look, requested by client. Hanging rod suspended from ceiling.
Design ideas for a large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Portland with laminate benchtops, a drop-in sink, white cabinets, shaker cabinets, blue walls, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Lake House Shimmer Laundry/Mudroom/Pantry

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Combination layout of laundry, mudroom & pantry rooms come together in cabinetry & cohesive design. Soft maple cabinetry finished in our light, Antique White stain creates the lake house, beach style.

Reconfigured First Floor for Better Living

Thompson Remodeling

We were excited to work with this client for a third time! This time they asked Thompson Remodeling to revamp the main level of their home to better support their lifestyle. The existing closed floor plan had all four of the main living spaces as individual rooms. We listened to their needs and created a design that included removing some walls and switching up the location of a few rooms for better flow. The new and improved floor plan features an open kitchen (previously the enclosed den) and living room area with fully remodeled kitchen. We removed the walls in the dining room to create a larger dining room and den area and reconfigured the old kitchen space into a first floor laundry room/powder room combo. Lastly, we created a rear mudroom at the back entry to the home.

Buck Valley

Love Your Room LLC

Nestled in the Pocono mountains, the house had been on the market for a while, and no one had any interest in it. Then along comes our lovely client, who was ready to put roots down here, leaving Philadelphia, to live closer to her daughter. She had a vision of how to make this older small ranch home, work for her. This included images of baking in a beautiful kitchen, lounging in a calming bedroom, and hosting family and friends, toasting to life and traveling! We took that vision, and working closely with our contractors, carpenters, and product specialists, spent 8 months giving this home new life. This included renovating the entire interior, adding an addition for a new spacious master suite, and making improvements to the exterior. It is now, not only updated and more functional; it is filled with a vibrant mix of country traditional style. We are excited for this new chapter in our client’s life, the memories she will make here, and are thrilled to have been a part of this ranch house Cinderella transformation.

Bogart 1

Studio Design Elements

Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped utility room in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Lake House Remodel

E. Leet Woodworking

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with white cabinets, laminate benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, shaker cabinets, a drop-in sink and grey walls.

Laundry and More - Hanover, MA

Transitions Kitchens and Baths

This laundry room design is exactly what every home needs! As a dedicated utility, storage, and laundry room, it includes space to store laundry supplies, pet products, and much more. It also incorporates a utility sink, countertop, and dedicated areas to sort dirty clothes and hang wet clothes to dry. The space also includes a relaxing bench set into the wall of cabinetry. Photos by Susan Hagstrom

Ashton Woods Tampa

Ashton Woods

Build your laundry room right off your mud room to minimize mess from dirty sports uniforms, dirt-stained jeans, and more. Seen in FishHawk Preserve, a Tampa community.

Redcliffe Waterfront Renovation

D Pearce Constructions Pty Ltd

Design ideas for a traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Nudging Near Net Zero

Meadowlark Design+Build

A laundry room is housed behind these sliding barn doors in the upstairs hallway in this near-net-zero custom built home built by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Architectural Resource, Photography: Joshua Caldwell

Bellemeade Total Renovation

Sanctuary Homes LLC

Photo of a small arts and crafts galley laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, blue splashback, vinyl floors, blue floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Divine Custom Homes

Photo of a traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured walls and beige floor.

The Colonel's Place

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

A custom home for a growing family with an adorable french bulldog- Colonel Mustard. This home was to be elegant and timeless, yet designed to be able to withstand this family with 2 young children. A beautiful gourmet kitchen is the centre of this home opened onto a very comfortable living room perfect for watching the game. Engineered hardwood flooring and beautiful custom cabinetry throughout. Upstairs a spa like master ensuite is at the ready to help these parents relax after a long tiring day. Photography by: Colin Perry

Traditional Laundry Room

Photo of a small traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, yellow walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, ceramic floors and shaker cabinets.

Woodinville Retreat

User

Playful Bubblicious tile acts as a backsplash in this simple, spacious laundry room. Photo: Clarity Northwest
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Osthed

Salt Design Cabinet & Mill

Mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

New Adura® Max Flooring

Mannington

A vintage reclaimed oak look, Adura® Max "Sausalito" luxury vinyl plank flooring captures the seaside chic vibe of the California coastal city for which it is named. It features rich oak graining with saw marks and a rustic surface texture emphasizing the look of aged reclaimed wood. Available in 6" wide planks and 4 colors (Waterfront shown here).

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Laminate Benchtops

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.