Laundry room renovated by New River Home Builders. Photo credit: David Cannon Photography (www.davidcannonphotography.com)
Design ideas for an expansive country l-shaped utility room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Organized Mudroom and Laundry

Innovative Design Build

We redesigned this client’s laundry space so that it now functions as a Mudroom and Laundry. There is a place for everything including drying racks and charging station for this busy family. Now there are smiles when they walk in to this charming bright room because it has ample storage and space to work!

Beach Style Laundry Room

Large beach style utility room in Minneapolis with quartz benchtops, grey walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mountain Farmhouse

Jonathan Miller Architects

Country u-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, an integrated washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Milton Renovation

New River Building Co.

Photo Credit: David Cannon; Design: Michelle Mentzer Instagram: @newriverbuildingco
Mid-sized country l-shaped utility room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, grey floor, white benchtop, quartz benchtops, concrete floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Santaluz

South Harlow Interiors

Beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Lionsgate, Overland Park Attic Conversion

Amy Krause Design, LLC.

Photo of a country dedicated laundry room in Kansas City with open cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Kim Woods

Photo of a beach style l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, brown floor and white benchtop.

253 Prospect

Anthony James Master Builders, LLC

Inspiration for a traditional dedicated laundry room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room

Photo of a transitional single-wall laundry room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Shiplap Walls Laundry Room Design Ideas with White Benchtop

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.