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.

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.

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

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.

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.

A beautiful Kent oast house renovation: utility room

burlanes interiors

With a busy working lifestyle and two small children, Burlanes worked closely with the home owners to transform a number of rooms in their home, to not only suit the needs of family life, but to give the wonderful building a new lease of life, whilst in keeping with the stunning historical features and characteristics of the incredible Oast House.

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.

Radnor Lake

User

Marty Paoletta
Inspiration for an expansive transitional galley utility room in Nashville with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, white walls, slate floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Total Home

Braaten Cabinets

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, blue walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Hickory Gables - Old Hickory Lake

Wallace Custom Builders

J. Wallace
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Nashville with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mediterranean Revival Speculative Home, River Oaks

Mirador Builders

Laundry and Hobby Room Drawers sized for wrapping paper, ribbon rolls, gift bags and supplies Custom bulletin board and magnetic chalk boards
This is an example of a large traditional l-shaped utility room in Houston with an undermount sink, beige cabinets, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Daffodil - Mid Century

Berghuis Construction LLC

Photos by Kaity
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange cabinets and white walls.

Transitional Farmhouse

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry

Chelsea door, Slab & Manor Flat drawer fronts, Designer White enamel.
This is an example of 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.

Laundry Reno

Kitchen Shack

White and timber laundry creating a warmth and richness - true scandi feel.
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, terra-cotta floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Slate Floors and Terra-cotta 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.