Large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in New Orleans with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

White and Blue Laundry

La Costa Cabinets & Design

Keeping the machines where they were, storage was updated to include a broom closet and a small pantry, as well as folding space. A large window floods the space with light, reflecting off the white cabinets, white subway tile backsplash, and hexagonal white marble floor tiles. Baby blue walls and a blue patterned accent tile adds contrast and interest.

CTD-Woods

RS Kitchen & Bath (Raymond Smith's Cabinets)

Inspiration for a small country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, a stacked washer and dryer, brown benchtop, a single-bowl sink, beige walls, ceramic floors, white floor, white splashback and subway tile splashback.

On the lake in Rocky River - Laundry Room

House of L

Laundry room with island and Farmhouse sink.
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped laundry room in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, wallpaper, white splashback, subway tile splashback and white floor.

Flawlessly Functional - Laundry Room

House of L

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Flawlessly Functional - Laundry Room

House of L

Photo of a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Subway Tile Splashback and White Floor

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.