Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Padworth Common - Large utility room

Ben Heath Interiors

Light, bright utility room with plenty of workspace finished in a Blue Grey Limestone, cabinets by Netpune and gaps for appliances. Photos by Adam Carter Photography

Moon Court

WJS Group LLC

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Burnaby Classic

Troico

This is an example of a single-wall laundry room in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, limestone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, limestone splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Bend Custom Home Build

Lifestyle Homes, Home Builders

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

Close-up of the new laundry wall: a large countertop allows ample room for sorting and folding laundry. "Now it's truly a pleasure to do the laundry." - Julie, Homeowner Bob Narod, Photographer

Laundry Room / Home Office

Genoveve Serge Interior Design, CID # 6795

Jim Gross Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige walls.

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

Coming from the garage, this welcoming space greets the homeowners. An inviting splash of color and comfort, the built-in bench offers a place to take off your shoes. The tall cabinets flanking the bench offer generous storage for coats, jackets, and shoes. The ample and attractive storage was made possible by moving both the garage and hallway doors leading into this space. Bob Narod, Photographer

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

Tudor 1924 remodel

Monique Varsames Design, LLC

Small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

View of the laundry room from the garage door. A colorful gallery of family photos and collectibles is displayed in these unique open custom cabinets. They also double as an attractive way to cover the plumbing and allow easy access to it when needed. Bob Narod, Photographer

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

And now - wow! Close-up of the new laundry wall: a large countertop allows ample room for sorting and folding laundry. "Now it's truly a pleasure to do the laundry." - Julie, Homeowner Bob Narod, Photographer

Palos Verdes Transitional

robertcabrera

Mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, limestone benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige walls and ceramic floors.

Sycamore St, Caulfield South

M.J.Harris Group

The laundry features white cabinetry with brass handles and tapware, creating cohesion throughout the entire home. The layout includes substantial storage and bench space, ensuring a practical space for the owners while enriching it with comfort and style.

Moon Court

WJS Group LLC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Sycamore St, Caulfield South

M.J.Harris Group

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Limestone 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.