Laundry room with custom bench and glass storage door. Dual washer and dryers.
Design ideas for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Cozy Limestone Cottage

Tailored Spaces, Natalie Spiniolas

Laundry that can function as a butlers pantry when needed
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Milwaukee with beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, limestone floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

TUMBLE CREEK custom home

Design Harmony

Working with repeat clients is always a dream! The had perfect timing right before the pandemic for their vacation home to get out city and relax in the mountains. This modern mountain home is stunning. Check out every custom detail we did throughout the home to make it a unique experience!

Historic Farmhouse Renovation

Lasley Brahaney Architecture + Construction

This space, featuring original millwork and stone, previously housed the kitchen. Our architects reimagined the space to house the laundry, while still highlighting the original materials. It leads to the newly enlarged mudroom.

Puttenham Traditional Shaker Kitchen

Higham Furniture

This utility room is a rather compact space but it has everything you would need in a utility; a washing machine, tumble dryer, sink, and storage. It even has a dedicated space for a dog bed. The washing machine and tumble dryer are cleverly stacked in one tall cupboard, with the slim larder cupboard next to it hiding away an ironing board and brooms & mops. The cabinets are painted in Little Greene's Pompeian Ash and the handles are by Armac Martin.

Lavanderia

PRF Studio di Gianluca Pezzoli

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Rainbow Renovation

Agate Architecture, LLC

Custom luxury laundry room, mud room, and dog shower
Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, grey floor, white benchtop, exposed beam and decorative wall panelling.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with White Benchtop and Exposed Beam

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.