Inspiration for a large transitional galley utility room in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Country Living

Black Rock Construction Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Linville Ridge Laundry Room

Distinctive Cabinetry of the High Country

Photo of a country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Charlotte with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

European Style Cabinetry in the Laundry Room with Slate Floor

Bill Fry Construction - Wm. H. Fry Const. Co.

Modern laundryroom matches the rest of the custom cabinetry in this fine home remodel. Grey countertop, slate tile flooring, stainless steel undermount laundry sink, and stacked Miele washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Sadie & Co

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Incredible Laundry and Mud Room

Gretchen Lyons

This room can be used as a home office or for the more utilitarian purposes of laundry. The island makes a great place to fold all that freshly washed laundry. Photography by Libbie Martin

Compact Laundry Room with Maximum Storage with Side by Side Washer & Dryer

Denise Quade Design

The unique layout of this laundry room required cabinets of varying depths to maximize storage. Shallow depth cabinets were used around a bump out. Drawer storage was added on one side and tall storage was added on the other. Laminate countertops were used on the left side and a matching wood countertop was used above the side by side washer and dryer. Slate tile was used on the floor and green glass subway tile was used on the backsplash.

Sandringham Way

Heller & Associates

Country laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Wildewood 2

Paradime Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Other with grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, laminate benchtops, slate floors and grey benchtop.

Linda's Mudroom + Laundry Room

Labra Design Build

Labra Design Build
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

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.

Tasset Residence(ASID Design Excellence Award Total Remodel & 1st Place kitchen)

AB Design Elements, LLC

Photo of a large country l-shaped utility room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and black floor.

Orchard

Frahm Interiors - Burlington ON

Mid-sized midcentury utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse Haven

Veranda Designer Homes

Mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.

Ossie Lodge

Baratto Brothers Construction

Mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Pure Michigaas

Jaffe Architecture + Interiors

This is an example of a large country single-wall dedicated laundry 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.

Transitional Upgrades - Tacoma, WA

Sockeye Homes

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary laundry room in Seattle with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Hills Drive

Duet Design Group

This clean lined and industrial laundry room is central to all of the bedrooms on the top floor of this home. Photo by Emily Minton Redfield
Design ideas for an eclectic galley dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Country Home

Grace Hill Design

Landmark Photography
Photo of an expansive contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with blue cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls and slate floors.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with 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.