Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and dark wood cabinets.

Replica Queenslander

Camp Hill Carpentry

Granite laundry with storage and hanging space.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, marble floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Traditional Luxury

Larissa Hicks- S&W Kitchens, Inc.

Rickie Agapito
Large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Tampa with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow walls, marble floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Trisa & Co. Interior Design

Design and Remodel by Trisa & Co. Interior Design and Pantry and Latch. Eric Neurath Photography, Styled by Trisa Katsikapes.
This is an example of a small arts and crafts galley utility room in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, vinyl floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Ripon

Studio Nest

We paired this rich shade of blue with smooth, white quartz worktop to achieve a calming, clean space. This utility design shows how to combine functionality, clever storage solutions and timeless luxury.

The Palmer Home

SB Building Inc.

This is an example of a small arts and crafts single-wall laundry cupboard in Raleigh with grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Wood Family Home

Design Craft Homes Inc

Photo of a small traditional single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with beige walls, vinyl floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Bold Mudroom

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

This family with young boys needed help with their cramped and crowded Laundry/Mudroom. By removing a shallow depth pantry closet in the Kitchen, we gained square footage in the Laundry Room to add a bench for setting backpacks on and cabinetry above for storage of outerwear. Coat hooks make hanging jackets and coats up easy for the kids. Luxury vinyl flooring that looks like tile was installed for its durability and comfort to stand on. On the opposite wall, a countertop was installed over the washer and dryer for folding clothes, but it also comes in handy when the family is entertaining, since it’s adjacent to the Kitchen. A tall cabinet and floating shelf above the washer and dryer add additional storage and completes the look of the room. A pocket door replaces a swinging door that hindered traffic flow through this room to the garage, which is their primary entry into the home.

Reimagined Ranch | Beaverton Home Addition

Mountainwood Homes

Mid-sized beach style l-shaped utility room in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Mandarin Kitchen Addition

Willet Construction Inc.

Cabinetry matching the kitchen was added to the laundry with a hanging rod.
Small arts and crafts dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Southwest Austin Net Zero House

Oliver Custom Homes

Net Zero House laundry room. Architect: Barley|Pfeiffer. The laundry room has ample space for washing, line drying, miscellaneous storage, and an extra fridge.

Luxury Vinyl Tile & Planks

Miller's of Claflin

Photo of a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Wichita with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, vinyl floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Whole Home - Oakton VA

Berriz Design Build Group

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry room

Rick Cunningham Cabinetmaker

Frosted glass up swing doors, faux finished doors with complementing baskets.
Photo of a small contemporary l-shaped utility room in Providence with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and grey benchtop.

PANTRY/LAUNDRY

Donna Guyler Design

Interior Design by Donna Guyler Design
This is an example of a small beach style l-shaped utility room in Gold Coast - Tweed with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Bathrooms / Laundries

RJP Design and Decor

Dave from Top Snap
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall laundry room in Sunshine Coast with a drop-in sink, laminate benchtops, vinyl floors, flat-panel cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, medium wood cabinets and beige walls.

New LVS Flooring

Mannington

"Empire" luxury vinyl sheet flooring is an Art Deco-inspired linear marble look in a checkerboard layout that's accented by a 2" contrasting insert. Available in 3 colors (Carrara White shown).

South Haven Vacation Rental

North Cove Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, vinyl floors and white benchtop.

The Union at Fleming Farm

Cimarron Homes

Small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with beige walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

Close-up of the new laundry wall: a large countertop allows ample room for sorting and folding laundry. "Now it's truly a pleasure to do the laundry." - Julie, Homeowner Bob Narod, Photographer

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Vinyl Floors and Marble 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.