Updated Laundry & Pantry room. This customer needed extra storage for her laundry room as well as pantry storage as it is just off of the kitchen. Storage for small appliances was a priority as well as a design to maximize the space without cluttering the room. A new sink cabinet, upper cabinets, and a broom pantry were added on one wall. A small bench was added to set laundry bins while folding or loading the washing machines. This allows for easier access and less bending down to the floor for a couple in their retirement years. Tall pantry units with rollout shelves were installed. Another base cabinet with drawers and an upper cabinet for crafting items as included. Better storage inside the closet was added with rollouts for better access for the lower items. The space is much better utilized and offers more storage and better organization.

Coastal Cottage in Oklahoma

Design Directions

"Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Design Directions nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact info@designdirections.com

Repurposing of Space

Interiors By Melody

Tthe tall storage unit can be utilized in various functions.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Kansas City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Complete Remodel - Santa Ana, CA

OC Builders Group

This stunning renovation of the kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room remodel that exudes warmth, style, and individuality. The kitchen boasts a rich tapestry of warm colors, infusing the space with a cozy and inviting ambiance. Meanwhile, the bathroom showcases exquisite terrazzo tiles, offering a mosaic of texture and elegance, creating a spa-like retreat. As you step into the laundry room, be greeted by captivating olive green cabinets, harmonizing functionality with a chic, earthy allure. Each space in this remodel reflects a unique story, blending warm hues, terrazzo intricacies, and the charm of olive green, redefining the essence of contemporary living in a personalized and inviting setting.

Villa Turicum

Kitchen & Bath Mart

This laundry area had a single cabinet over washer and dryer along with a wash tub next to it. Adjacent wall was empty and now holds coats, hats and provides a spot to lace up your shoes. To learn more about our 55 year tradition in the design/build business and our 2 complete showrooms, visit: http://www.kbmart.net Joseph Dhamer

Carrie & Ben's New Kitchen and Laundry

Phinney Ridge Cabinet Company

Designer Tim Moser-- Sollera Fine Cabinetry-- Acadia door style Maple painted in Sea Haze
Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

North Slope Landmarked Restoration - Laundry Room

Ben Herzog

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Brunswick East - Project 1

GIA Bathrooms & Kitchens

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary laundry cupboard in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Larkspur Custom Home 2

Patterson Custom Homes

Chad Mellon Photography
Design ideas for a beach style dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room

Transitional laundry room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

2017 Home A Rama, People's Choice Award Winner

BBG Construction

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped utility room in Indianapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Guest Bathroom

Hadley House Interiors

Jonathan Hughes
Photo of a small transitional single-wall utility room in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Castle Hills Kitchen, Breakfast, Pantry, and Laundry in San Antonio Texas

BRADSHAW DESIGNS LLC

Mirrored cabinets keep this Laundry Room in San Antonio Texas spacious and light! In need of a more open space for entertaining we moved the kitchen, added a beautiful storage pantry, and transformed a laundry room.Award winning kitchen AND award winning laundry room too! Kitchen design San Antonio, Storage design San Antonio, Laundry Room design San Antonio, San Antonio kitchen designer, beautiful island lights, sparkle and glam kitchen, modern kitchen san antonio, barstools san antonio, white kitchen san antonio, white kitchen, round lights, polished nickel lighting, calacatta marble, calcutta marble, marble countertop, waterfall edge, waterfall marble edge, custom furniture, custom cabinets san antonio, marble island san antonio, kitchen ideas, kitchen inspiration, laundry room ideas, laundry room inspiration, utility room ideas, utility room storage, utility room storage inspiration, Photo: Jennifer Siu-Rivera. Contractor: Cross ConstructionSA.com, Marble: Delta Granite, Plumbing: Ferguson Plumbing, Kitchen plan and design: BRADSHAW DESIGNS

Creighton Woods

Judith Balis Interiors

we used a warm sage green on the cabinets, warm wood on the floors and shelves, and black accents to give this laundry room casual sophistication.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley laundry room in Boise with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Northern MI Touch of Contemporary

Petoskey Kitchen and Bath - Designs By Dawn

Design ideas for a transitional single-wall utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, an undermount sink, white walls and medium hardwood floors.

Minnetonka Laundry

Adler-Allyn Interior Design

Mark Ehlen
Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Gray Home

Creekside Construction

Arne Loren
Inspiration for a small country single-wall utility room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

Oakton, VA

Monarch Design & Remodeling

Jon W. Miller Photography
Inspiration for a transitional galley laundry room in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink and beige walls.

Kitchen and Laundry Room Remodel

SDK Design Services Inc

Design ideas for a small country single-wall utility room in Indianapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Bistro Kitchen - Kitchen of The Weekl

Von Fitz Design

Bethany Nauert Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and wood benchtops.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Medium Hardwood Floors

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.