Christopher Davison, AIA
This is an example of a large modern galley utility room in Austin with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

Maple Grove Laundry

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

Stunning transitional modern laundry room remodel with new slate herringbone floor, white locker built-ins with characters of leather, and pops of black.

Loomis Industrial Eclectic

Nar Design Group

Our carpenters labored every detail from chainsaws to the finest of chisels and brad nails to achieve this eclectic industrial design. This project was not about just putting two things together, it was about coming up with the best solutions to accomplish the overall vision. A true meeting of the minds was required around every turn to achieve "rough" in its most luxurious state. PhotographerLink

Garden Party | Lake Oswego Whole House Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

The original laundry room relocated in this Lake Oswego home. The floor plan changed allowed us to expand the room to create more storage space.
Mid-sized scandinavian galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Whole Home Renovation & Addition - Westwood, MA

J.P. Hoffman Design Build

With the large addition, we designed a 2nd floor laundry room at the start of the main suite. Located in between all the bedrooms and bathrooms, this room's function is a 10 out of 10. We added a sink and plenty of cabinet storage. Not seen is a closet on the other wall that holds the iron and other larger items.

Modern Craftsman - Kitchen/Laundry Remodel, West Seattle, WA

Belltown Design LLC

At Belltown Design we love designing laundry rooms! It is the perfect challenge between aesthetics and functionality! When doing the laundry is a breeze, and the room feels bright and cheery, then we have done our job. Modern Craftsman - Kitchen/Laundry Remodel, West Seattle, WA. Photography by Paula McHugh and Robbie Liddane

Lake Avenue - Historic Renovation

E2 Homes

Photo of a traditional dedicated laundry room in Orlando with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Exquisite Equestrian Ranch

Paulina Perrault Interiors

Joe Burull
Inspiration for a large country single-wall utility room in San Francisco with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white walls, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Traditional Laundry Room

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an utility sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Colorful Laundry Room with Custom Cabinets & Yellow Door

Hive Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Los Angeles with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Open Concept Basement Development

Dependable Renovations Ltd

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial single-wall dedicated laundry room in Calgary with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Lauren Allyn Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Austin with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

B.C.D. Architectural Works

PHOTOS: MIKE GULLION
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Vermillion Summer Home

30A Interiors

Perfect Laundry Room for making laundry task seem pleasant! BM White Dove and SW Comfort Gray Barn Doors. Pewter Hardware. Construction by Borges Brooks Builders. Fletcher Isaacs Photography

Spring Arbor - Dalton

McKee Builders

The Dalton offers a spacious laundry room.
Beach style utility room in Wilmington with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, blue walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Bradbury Street Craftsman Remodel

GMG Architects

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall utility room in Indianapolis with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Ranch

kds design group

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in San Francisco with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Palmetto Bluff Plantation 7

Litchfield Custom Cabinetry

Design ideas for a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors and brown benchtop.

Lake Lanier Kitchen Renovation

Tracy Tesmer Design/Remodeling

Laundry room
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an utility sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Rural Wisconsin Lake Home

kelly2design

Laundry room adjacent to living room area and master suite
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with an Utility Sink and White 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.