Chad Mellon Photographer
Photo of a small beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white walls.

Tetherow, Bend Oregon

Visionary Homes Inc.

Laundry room with dog was station. Industrial mop basin and pre-rinse faucet on a raised cabinet create the perfect dog wash station and multi-purpose sink.

Laundry Dance Party

TriVistaUSA Design + Build

Darko Zagar
This is an example of a mid-sized industrial utility room in DC Metro with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown 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.

Functional Mudroom & Laundry Combo

Esslinger Design Company

Functional Mudroom & Laundry Combo
Photo of a mid-sized transitional utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey floor.

First Floor Remodel

Custom Living

Kitchen, Living Room, Fireplace, Mudroom, Laundry Room, Deck Remodel Custom Living Designer- Tom Lazzara After Photos: Jamie Sangar and Justin Simms

Craftsman with Red Shutters

Masters Properties, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

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.

So Colonial Ave

Designed 2 Sell

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Richmond with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Transiitional with painted brick and clean lines

Trinity Estate Homes, Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Mountain Retreat Malibu

Livingstone Design and Development

Photo of a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Eclectic Contemporary Main Floor

Liliblue Interior Design

Mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Orange County with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Monte Sereno Residence

Isaman design, Inc.

Nestled in the hills of Monte Sereno, this family home is a large Spanish Style residence. Designed around a central axis, views to the native oaks and landscape are highlighted by a large entry door and 20’ wide by 10’ tall glass doors facing the rear patio. Inside, custom decorative trusses connect the living and kitchen spaces. Modern amenities in the large kitchen like the double island add a contemporary touch to an otherwise traditional home. The home opens up to the back of the property where an extensive covered patio is ideal for entertaining, cooking, and living.

Transitional Ridgefield Home Renovation

Rachel Belden Interior Design LLC

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Pantry / Laundry / Mudroom

JAV Remodeling

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Capella Trail Remodel

Twelve Stones Designs, LLC

C.L. Fry Photo
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Austin with ceramic floors, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, a stacked washer and dryer, grey walls and grey floor.

U-district Basement Renovation

RW Anderson Homes

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Norton Luxury Homes

Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Las Vegas with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, grey walls, a stacked washer and dryer, ceramic floors, beige floor, white benchtop and a drop-in sink.

Large laundry Room

HomeTech Renovations, Inc.

Randy Bye
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, purple walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Tony & Cara's Laundry Room

Sterling Construction, Inc.

Lanshai Stone tile form The Tile Shop laid in a herringbone pattern, Zodiak London Sky Quartz countertops, Reclaimed Barnwood backsplash from a Lincolnton, NC barn from ReclaimedNC, LED undercabinet lights, and custom dog feeding area.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets

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.