Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in London with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Hickory Hill | Rustic Modern Cottage

Vision Interiors

This cozy lake cottage skillfully incorporates a number of features that would normally be restricted to a larger home design. A glance of the exterior reveals a simple story and a half gable running the length of the home, enveloping the majority of the interior spaces. To the rear, a pair of gables with copper roofing flanks a covered dining area and screened porch. Inside, a linear foyer reveals a generous staircase with cascading landing. Further back, a centrally placed kitchen is connected to all of the other main level entertaining spaces through expansive cased openings. A private study serves as the perfect buffer between the homes master suite and living room. Despite its small footprint, the master suite manages to incorporate several closets, built-ins, and adjacent master bath complete with a soaker tub flanked by separate enclosures for a shower and water closet. Upstairs, a generous double vanity bathroom is shared by a bunkroom, exercise space, and private bedroom. The bunkroom is configured to provide sleeping accommodations for up to 4 people. The rear-facing exercise has great views of the lake through a set of windows that overlook the copper roof of the screened porch below.

Transitional Laundry Room

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Edmonton with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Wayzata Bay Farmhouse

Murphy & Co. Design

Design ideas for a beach style dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Ravine laundry/mudroom

Plain & Posh

Transitional laundry room with a mudroom included in it. The stackable washer and dryer allowed for there to be a large closet for cleaning supplies with an outlet in it for the electric broom. The clean white counters allow the tile and cabinet color to stand out and be the showpiece in the room!

Colorful Laundry Room with Custom Cabinets & Yellow Door

Hive Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Los Angeles with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

#CaliModCustom

Alma Homes

Melissa Oholendt
Design ideas for a modern dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls and white benchtop.

Leighanne's Residence

Leighanne LaMarre Interiors

Amanda Dumouchelle Photography
Country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Gilbert Farmhouse

Alisha Taylor Interiors

Joshua Caldwell
Design ideas for a large country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Elegance Laundry Room

John McClain Design

Who wouldn't mind doing laundry in such a bright and colorful laundry room? Custom cabinetry allows for creating a space with the exact specifications of the homeowner. From a hanging drying station, hidden litterbox storage, antimicrobial and durable white Krion countertops to beautiful walnut shelving, this laundry room is as beautiful as it is functional. Stephen Allen Photography

Modern Farmhouse in Minnetonka

Destiny Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Libertyville Kitchen + Mudroom Remodel

BDS Design Build Remodel

Studio West Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

2018 Pahlisch Parade Home

Century 21 Tri-Cities

Design ideas for a country laundry room in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

2018 Artisan Home Tour

Housing First Minnesota

2018 Artisan Home Tour Photo: LandMark Photography Builder: Nor-Son Custom Builders
Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in Minneapolis with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Glenview New Build

Ash Street Interiors, LLC

Photography: Stoffer Photography Interiors
This is an example of a beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Design Ideas Featuring Inspired Closets

Inspired Closets by Organized Spaces

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, carpet, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Geneva Family Home with Fun Features Throughout

Havlicek Builders Inc.

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped utility room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

NWHBA Parade of Homes 2017

Elite Craft Homes

Inspiration for a country laundry room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

2017 Artisan Home Tour

Housing First Minnesota

Builder: Great Neighborhood Homes, Inc. Designer: Martha O'Hara Interiors Photo: Landmark Photography 2017 Artisan Home Tour
Photo of a transitional single-wall laundry room in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Jennifer Wood Interiors

Laundry Room
Design ideas for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, green cabinets, marble benchtops and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and White Benchtop

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.