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.

Mudroom

O’Hara Interiors

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Upper NW Hills

Austin Impressions - A Design and Build Firm

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Modern Farmhouse

Circle Construction Services

Design ideas for a country u-shaped laundry room in Charlotte with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, yellow cabinets, beige walls and slate floors.

Westchester Renovation

Daniel Contelmo Architects

Custom cabinetry provides laundry room storage. The exterior of this renovation was featured in the April 2013 issue of Better Homes and Gardens.

Harrier Project - Laundry and Pantry

Andra Martens Design Studio

Our clients beloved cottage had certain rooms not yet completed. Andra Martens Design Studio came in to build out their Laundry and Pantry Room. With a punch of brightness the finishes collaborates nicely with the adjacent existing spaces which have walls of medium pine, hemlock hardwood flooring and pine doors, windows and trim.

Transitional Farmhouse

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry

Chelsea door, Slab & Manor Flat drawer fronts, Designer White enamel.
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Downtown ShowHouse

Pamela Sandall Design

Photo of a contemporary laundry room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Makeover

Pantuso Architecture

The new laundry room space has plenty of storage and a build it hanging space for drying clothing. Light grey cabinets and warm wood counters provide a fresh timeless look.

Laundry Room with Sink and Tile Backsplash - NY Metro Area

Palm Beach Kitchen Design

Laundry Room with built-in appliances, equipped with sink, custom brushed antique maple cabinets, ceramic backsplash, and slate tile floor. designed and photographed by: Gary Townsend, Designer Design Right Kitchens LLC

Newton Addition

Cummings Architecture + Interiors

Eric Roth Photo
Design ideas for a transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Boston with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, slate floors and grey floor.

Laundry Room

Affinity Kitchens

This is an example of a small eclectic single-wall utility room in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Laundry

Designer's Edge Kitchen & Bath

Hardworking laundry room that needed to provide storage, and folding space for this large family.
Inspiration for a small arts and crafts single-wall utility room in Portland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, green walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown benchtop and wood.

Vintage Tahoe Lakefront

Tinsel House

Laundry room renovation on a lakefront Lake Tahoe cabin. Painted all wood walls greige, added dark gray slate flooring, builtin cabinets, washer/dryer surround with counter, sandblasted wood doors and built custom ski cabinets.

Estate - Lindon, Utah (40)

Magleby Construction

This is an example of a large country galley dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with granite benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets and grey walls.

Our Work

Cathy Lynch Interior Design

This is an example of a large country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and grey floor.

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.

Laundry Room Organic

Savvy Interiors

Photo of a large modern u-shaped utility room in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white 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.

Custom Laundry Room

Stone Logic

Walls - White Subway Tile Tops - Basaltina
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer 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.