Mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, beige benchtop and granite benchtops.

Suncadia Custom Home

Swiftwater Custom Homes

Design ideas for a country dedicated laundry room in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Buckingham

Jay Rambo Co.

Janina Johnson, Designer. Eurowood construction, Sapele wood, Restoration finish. Hawks Photography, Tulsa, OK.
This is an example of a traditional laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets.

Menlo Park New Construction

Fiorella Design, LLC

Design ideas for a large contemporary laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, a stacked washer and dryer, white benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, turquoise cabinets, quartz benchtops, cement tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors and black floor.

Side by Side Washer Dryer with Utility Sink and Extra Deep Wall Cabinets

Denise Quade Design

Next to the side by side washer and dryer a utility sink was undermounted in cambria quartz. A sprayer was installed next to the faucet. A bench was built in between the utility sink and the garage door.

Modern Timber Residence

Madison Taylor

Inspiration for a country utility room in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

2017 Fall Showcase

TCD Homes

Laundry room /mud room.
Photo of a transitional galley laundry room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, vinyl floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Transitional Medium Wood Laundry Room

Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home

Robb Siverson Photography
Small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Transitional Laundry Room

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Los Angeles with wood benchtops, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange floor, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and grey walls.

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.

Transitional Laundry Room Remodel in Ft. Myers, FL

Progressive Design Build

The laundry room was kept in the same space, adjacent to the mudroom and walk-in pantry. It features the same cherry wood cabinetry with plenty of countertop surface area for folding laundry. The laundry room is also designed with under-counter space for storing clothes hampers, tall storage for an ironing board, and storage for cleaning supplies. Unique to the space were custom built-in dog crates for our client’s canine companions, as well as special storage space for their dogs’ food.

Contemporary Lodge

Ambiance

This rural contemporary home was designed for a couple with two grown children not living with them. The couple wanted a clean contemporary plan with attention to nice materials and practical for their relaxing lifestyle with them, their visiting children and large dog. The designer was involved in the process from the beginning by drawing the house plans. The couple had some requests to fit their lifestyle. Central location for the former music teacher's grand piano Tall windows to take advantage of the views Bioethanol ventless fireplace feature instead of traditional fireplace Casual kitchen island seating instead of dining table Vinyl plank floors throughout add warmth and are pet friendly

Master Suite Wing

Roomscapes Cabinetry and Design Center

Designer: Cameron Snyder & Judy Whalen; Photography: Dan Cutrona
This is an example of an expansive traditional laundry room in Boston with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, carpet, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Anderson Residence

OSMOND DESIGNS

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and beige benchtop.

Contemporary Custom Home with Opposing Garages

Tundra Homes

Mid-sized contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Homecrest Cabinetry: Entry and Laundry Room Cabinets

MasterBrand Cabinets

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry, Mudroom and Butler's Pantry in Littleton, CO

Da Vinci Remodeling, LLC

Libbie Holmes Photography
This is an example of a large traditional utility room in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Middleton Home

Hart DeNoble Builders

Transitional l-shaped laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Prairie Style Acreage Home

Authenticity, LLC

Alan Jackson - Jackson Studios
Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts galley utility room in Omaha with shaker cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, dark wood cabinets and a drop-in sink.

Rora Rustic

Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, slate floors, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Turquoise Cabinets and Dark Wood Cabinets

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.