CURVES & TEXTURE - Custom designed & manufactured 'white matte' cabinetry - 20mm thick Caesarstone 'Snow' benchtop - White gloss rectangle tiled, laid vertically - LO & CO handles - Recessed LED lighting - Feature timber grain cupboard for laundry baskets - Custom laundry chute - Blum hardware Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Kalinga Park | Queenslander Renovation

Designtank

Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black 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.

Striking Lake Vista Renovation

Monarch & Maker

This is an example of a large transitional single-wall laundry room in Houston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stone tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and multi-coloured splashback.

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.

Modern English Farmhouse | Hillsboro, Oregon

Westlake Development Group, LLC

Justin Krug Photography
Photo of an expansive country l-shaped utility room in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Noelle Interiors

Jason Cook
Photo of a beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Shawnee Woods

Tays & Co Design Studios

Country galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and granite benchtops.

San Jose Modern Traditional

Cathie Hong Interiors

This home was a blend of modern and traditional, mixed finishes, classic subway tiles, and ceramic light fixtures. The kitchen was kept bright and airy with high-end appliances for the avid cook and homeschooling mother. As an animal loving family and owner of two furry creatures, we added a little whimsy with cat wallpaper in their laundry room.

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.

Sylvan Circle, Naperville, IL

M House Development

This is an example of a country utility room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls and beige floor.

"Sea Captain's House" Sausalito, CA

Urrutia Design

Photography by Matt Sartain
Small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with white cabinets, marble benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, shaker cabinets, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, white benchtop and white walls.

Traditional Home Update

Brian H Murray Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Tim Barber Architects

Photography by Laura Hull.
This is an example of a large traditional single-wall laundry room in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, quartzite benchtops, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Boor/ Utility Room

Hitchcock Spiers Ltd.

Transitional utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, white benchtop and panelled walls.

Laundry Room Makeover

Trim Tech Designs

This laundry room is what dreams are made of… ? A double washer and dryer, marble lined utility sink, and custom mudroom with built-in storage? We are swooning.

Classic Bootility Room

Tom Howley

As multifunctional living becomes a necessity, the bootility has emerged as a sought-after feature in the home. Understandably, not all homes have the capacity for a separate utility and boot room. However, with clever planning and tactful design, even the smallest spaces can house a thoughtful combination of the two.

Classic Bootility Room

Tom Howley

There are surprises behind every door in this beautiful bootility. Rooms like this can be designed to house a range of storage solutions and bulky appliances that usually take up a considerable amount of space in the kitchen. Moving large appliances to a dedicated full-height cabinet allows you to hide them out of sight when not in use. Stacking them vertically also frees up valuable floor space and makes it easier for you to load washing.

St Cadoc Road

Hygge and Cwtch Design Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian galley utility room in Cardiff with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, limestone floors, beige floor and panelled walls.

Utility Rooms

CORE Design + Build, LLC

A clean, modern update to a spacious laundry room.
This is an example of a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and White Walls

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.