Photo of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lake Cornelia Laundry

TreHus Architects+Interior Designers+Builders

Jenna & Lauren Weiler
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Elbow Valley Estate

Brenda Motter Interiors LTD

In this renovation, the once-framed closed-in double-door closet in the laundry room was converted to a locker storage system with room for roll-out laundry basket drawer and a broom closet. The laundry soap is contained in the large drawer beside the washing machine. Behind the mirror, an oversized custom medicine cabinet houses small everyday items such as shoe polish, small tools, masks...etc. The off-white cabinetry and slate were existing. To blend in the off-white cabinetry, walnut accents were added with black hardware.

Maple Grove Laundry

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

The finished project! The white built-in locker system with a floor to ceiling cabinet for added storage. Black herringbone slate floor, and wood countertop for easy folding.

Kitchener Road

Cube Dentro

Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall laundry room in Auckland with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, white walls and brown floor.

Farmhouse Laundry Room

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Lower Level Luxury

Stalburg Design

This Huntington Woods lower level renovation was recently finished in September of 2019. Created for a busy family of four, we designed the perfect getaway complete with custom millwork throughout, a complete gym, spa bathroom, craft room, laundry room, and most importantly, entertaining and living space. From the main floor, a single pane glass door and decorative wall sconce invites us down. The patterned carpet runner and custom metal railing leads to handmade shiplap and millwork to create texture and depth. The reclaimed wood entertainment center allows for the perfect amount of storage and display. Constructed of wire brushed white oak, it becomes the focal point of the living space. It’s easy to come downstairs and relax at the eye catching reclaimed wood countertop and island, with undercounter refrigerator and wine cooler to serve guests. Our gym contains a full length wall of glass, complete with rubber flooring, reclaimed wall paneling, and custom metalwork for shelving. The office/craft room is concealed behind custom sliding barn doors, a perfect spot for our homeowner to write while the kids can use the Dekton countertops for crafts. The spa bathroom has heated floors, a steam shower, full surround lighting and a custom shower frame system to relax in total luxury. Our laundry room is whimsical and fresh, with rustic plank herringbone tile. With this space layout and renovation, the finished basement is designed to be a perfect spot to entertain guests, watch a movie with the kids or even date night!

Updated Multi Use Space

Luria Design & Style, LLC.

Contractor George W. Combs of George W. Combs, Inc. enlarged this colonial style home by adding an extension including a two car garage, a second story Master Suite, a sunroom, extended dining area, a mudroom, side entry hall, a third story staircase and a basement playroom. Interior Design by Amy Luria of Luria Design & Style

Fox Point Residence

FoxLin Architects

Doug Edmunds
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall utility room in Milwaukee with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

Basement Laundry Room

FBC Remodel

©Finished Basement Company Full laundry room with utility sink and storage
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, yellow walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Westside Laundry/Mudroom

Kriste Michelini Interiors

Conroy + Tanzer
This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey walls, grey floor and white benchtop.

Classic Transformation

Knight Architects LLC

Mud room has a built in shelf above the desk for charging electronics. Slate floor. Cubbies for storage. Photography by Pete Weigley
Inspiration for a traditional galley utility room in New York with slate floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls and black benchtop.

Mudroom / Secondary Laundry

Great Rooms Building Group

Photo by Linda Oyama-Bryan
Large arts and crafts laundry room in Chicago with beige walls, slate floors and multi-coloured floor.

Spacious Laundry Room with a View

Nautilus Homes

This spacious laundry room is conveniently tucked away behind the kitchen. Location and layout were specifically designed to provide high function and access while "hiding" the laundry room so you almost don't even know it's there. Design solutions focused on capturing the use of natural light in the room and capitalizing on the great view to the garden. Slate tiles run through this area and the mud room adjacent so that the dogs can have a space to shake off just inside the door from the dog run. The white cabinetry is understated full overlay with a recessed panel while the interior doors have a rich big bolection molding creating a quality feel with an understated beach vibe. One of my favorite details here is the window surround and the integration into the cabinetry and tile backsplash. We used 1x4 trim around the window , but accented it with a Cambria backsplash. The crown from the cabinetry finishes off the top of the 1x trim to the inside corner of the wall and provides a termination point for the backsplash tile on both sides of the window. Beautifully appointed custom home near Venice Beach, FL. Designed with the south Florida cottage style that is prevalent in Naples. Every part of this home is detailed to show off the work of the craftsmen that created it.

Distinguished Laundry Room

User

Modern Laundry Room, Cobalt Grey, Fantastic Storage for Vacuum Cleaner and Brooms
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped laundry cupboard in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

East Coast Traditional

Fautt Homes

Mud room perfect for everyone to organize after school and rainy days.
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley laundry cupboard in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Eastmoreland Basement

C Change Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Happy Blue/White Home

Karen Spiritoso Designs LLC

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Rumley Lofts Renovation

Haven & Co.

D&M Images
Inspiration for a small industrial single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with white cabinets, laminate benchtops, laminate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey benchtop, white walls and brown floor.

Lexington Bungalow

Small Batch Kitchens

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue walls and slate floors.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Laminate Floors 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.