Grid Thirteen Luxury Kitchens, Bedrooms & Living

Andy Haslam
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, mirror splashback, limestone floors, beige floor, white benchtop, a stacked washer and dryer, an undermount sink, white walls and grey cabinets.

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

The laundry machines are paired with an under mount utility sink with air dry rods above. Extra deep cabinet storage above the washer/dryer provide easy access to laundry detergents, etc. Under cabinet lighting keeps this land locked laundry room feeling light and bright. Notice the dark void in the back left corner of the washing machine. This is an access hole for turning off the water supply before removing the machine for service. A Kitchen That Works LLC

Дом в Переделкино

Анна Жемерева / ORT-interiors

Photo of a large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Moscow with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Кофе, мята и амарант

Грушева Мария

Design ideas for a small eclectic l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

Opposite from the laundry machines and sink is a spacious counter for folding laundry, conveniently stored laundry hampers, a waste basket, an easy access shelf for laundry machine manuals and oodles of convenient storage in the linen cabinet. Under cabinet lighting keeps this land locked laundry room feeling light and bright. A Kitchen That Works LLC

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

The galley layout of this laundry room makes doing laundry easy and efficient. With plenty of counter folding space and drying racks on both sides of the room, the whole laundry process flows smoothly. Under cabinet lighting keeps this land locked laundry room feeling light and bright. The barn door is easy to move when one's arms are full of laundry.

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

The laundry machines are paired with an under mount utility sink with air dry rods above. Extra deep cabinet storage above the washer/dryer provide easy access to laundry detergents, etc. Under cabinet lighting keeps this land locked laundry room feeling light and bright. The washing machine has a moisture sensor installed underneath it. A Kitchen That Works LLC

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

Дом в Переделкино

Анна Жемерева / ORT-interiors

This is an example of a large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Moscow with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white benchtop, an utility sink, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer and beige floor.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Solid Surface Benchtops and Brown Splashback

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.