Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped laundry room in Chicago with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer and an undermount sink.

Farmhouse Kitchen and Laundry Room Remodel in Naperville, Illinois

Hyland Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Mackinac 2

Southern Oak Custom Homes

Large laundry/utility room with lots of counter space for folding along with ample storage.
Inspiration for a transitional laundry room in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

One More TIme

Ketron Custom Builders

Photo of a traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Columbus with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, slate floors, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Cooperstown Farmhouse

The Working Kitchen, Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, grey benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

Renovation | Philadelphia Suburbs

Period Architecture Ltd.

Angle Eye Photography
Inspiration for a traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and beaded inset cabinets.

Laundry Mudroom

Elkins Interiors

This small addition packs a punch with tons of storage and a functional laundry space. Shoe cubbies, fluted apron sink, and upholstered bench round out the stunning features that make laundry more enjoyable.

Incline Village - 01

MWA, Inc.

Photo: Vance Fox To the right of the entry is the mud, gear, and laundry room all mixed into one functional space. Personal touches were add to meet the family’s needs from the dog food tucked away in drawers under the window seat to a pull out drying rack over the area that was specifically designed to house the dog crate.

Ten Mile Lake 1

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Large country galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a double-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Traditional Interiors - Laundry Room

Steven Odams Architects, LLC

This is an example of a traditional laundry room in New York with an utility sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and slate floors.

Coastal

JP Decorative Consulting Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Charlotte with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Pineland

Studio 21 Interiors

Design ideas for a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, black floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Water Mill Refurbishment

Woodford Architecture and Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped laundry room in Devon with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, slate floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Brant Point

Precision Built Inc.

Design ideas for a galley utility room in Boston with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Java Noir

CK Hoffman Design

Zapata Photography
Photo of a small arts and crafts galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Cabinets

User

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Lake Cottage - Reynolds Plantaton

DOUG TUMLIN | Shoberg Homes

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Modern Farm House

Pillar & Perch: Architects + Builders

Large laundry with slate floors and light blue farmhouse cabinets.
Large country single-wall utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and grey benchtop.

Richmond Hill Custom Home

Alair Homes Orillia

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige walls, slate floors, grey floor, solid surface benchtops and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

k2 house

米田建築アトリエ一級建築士事務所

Small modern single-wall utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a concealed washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Beaded Inset Cabinets and Slate 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.