Traditional dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and red walls.

Transitional Elegant Laundry Room

Villa West Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Hollywoods

Costello Fine Homes

Inspiration for a small beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boston with a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue walls, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops and ceramic floors.

Mudrooms / Laundry

Penny Lane Home Builders, LLC

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Encinitas Hidden Foyer Laundry

La Costa Cabinets & Design

An open 2 story foyer also serves as a laundry space for a family of 5. Previously the machines were hidden behind bifold doors along with a utility sink. The new space is completely open to the foyer and the stackable machines are hidden behind flipper pocket doors so they can be tucked away when not in use. An extra deep countertop allow for plenty of space while folding and sorting laundry. A small deep sink offers opportunities for soaking the wash, as well as a makeshift wet bar during social events. Modern slab doors of solid Sapele with a natural stain showcases the inherent honey ribbons with matching vertical panels. Lift up doors and pull out towel racks provide plenty of useful storage in this newly invigorated space.

Whistler Chalet

lee luxford a+d

Kristen McGaughey Photography
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Family Laundry and Mudroom

Fritz Carpentry & Contracting, LLC

Custom sliding barn door with decorative layout
Photo of a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Versailles Modern Custom Home

Celtic Custom Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Other with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, quartzite benchtops, brown walls, grey floor and white benchtop.

Craftsman House

Jon Hammond Builders

This is an example of an arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Mudrooms / Laundry

Penny Lane Home Builders, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

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.