The Pelican Lane Remodel: Modern Farmhouse Laundry

The laundry room features gray shaker cabinetry, a butcher block countertop for warmth, and a simple white subway tile to offset the bold black, white, and gray patterned floor tiles.

Tanager Hill

Nor-Son Custom Builders

Scott Amundson Photography
Design ideas for a scandinavian l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with grey cabinets, wood benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, brown benchtop, shaker cabinets and grey walls.

Home with Heart

Detail 9 Architects Pty Ltd

Howard is very photogenic and keen to be involved in our photo shoot. The newly added laundry is medium sized, featuring plenty of storage and counter space. Photographer: Matthew Forbes

The Minnehaha

Oakland Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and brown benchtop.

The Minnehaha

Construction Development Investment LLC

Cipher Imaging
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and brown benchtop.

Keim Mountain House

Lucy and Company

This is an example of a country laundry room in Charlotte with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, beige benchtop, slate floors and white cabinets.

Organized laundry room

R-Value Homes

Cleanliness and organization are top priority for this large family laundry room/mudroom. Concrete floors can handle the worst the kids throw at it, while baskets allow separation of clothing depending on color and dirt level!

Modern Farmhouse Restoration

Brent Cornman Construction Inc.

Reed Ewing
Inspiration for a large country u-shaped utility room in Oklahoma City with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, vinyl floors, grey floor and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Levy

Cole Design Studio, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Home in Hampton Lake

Coastal Signature Homes

The new laundry room has evolved into a multi use room, as in the combo laundry with craft table and wrapping station we see here. The wrapping station has extra cubicles for storage, helping keep the wooden countertop neat and clean. We also have an undermount white porcelain sink and plenty of cabinet space above the raised washer and dryer.

Vestavia Basement

ELM Construction LLC

The homeowners were ready to renovate this basement to add more living space for the entire family. Before, the basement was used as a playroom, guest room and dark laundry room! In order to give the illusion of higher ceilings, the acoustical ceiling tiles were removed and everything was painted white. The renovated space is now used not only as extra living space, but also a room to entertain in. Photo Credit: Natan Shar of BHAMTOURS

Kitchen, Laundry & Bath Remodel

Sebring Design Build

Rachael Ormond
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts utility room in Nashville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Drury + Southport

Clark + Aldine

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Detroit with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Project Simpson | Laundry Update

Inhabitat Interiors

Revised laundry layout with added storage, allowance for side by side washer & dryer, ironing in laundry space with wall mounted ironing station.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Basement Laundry Room

RDM Services

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary utility room in Cincinnati with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Rooms

Midtown Cabinetry and Millwork

Transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and brown benchtop.

GLENHOPE RESIDENCE

Kitchens by Emanuel

TWO TONE. - Dulux 'Black' - Dulux 'Lexicon' 1/4 strength - 80mm thick 'Michaelangelo' Quantum Quartz bench tops - 'Michaelangelo' Quantum Quartz splash back - Blanco sink & tap - Shaker profile polyurethane doors - Custom library/bookshelf to match kitchen - Custom ladder - Blum hardware - Black handles - Integrated Fridge/Freezer Leiebherr - Laundry Sheree Bounassif, Kitchens by Emanuel

Orinda Urban Modern Kitchen

Ridgecrest Designs

Situated in the wooded hills of Orinda lies an old home with great potential. Ridgecrest Designs turned an outdated kitchen into a jaw-dropping space fit for a contemporary art gallery. To give an artistic urban feel we commissioned a local artist to paint a textured "warehouse wall" on the tallest wall of the kitchen. Four skylights allow natural light to shine down and highlight the warehouse wall. Bright white glossy cabinets with hints of white oak and black accents pop on a light landscape. Real Turkish limestone covers the floor in a random pattern for an old-world look in an otherwise ultra-modern space.

Modern Rustic Wayne Laundry & Mudroom

Deconstructed Living Design

This is an example of a large transitional galley utility room in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

Crownsville Kitchen Remodel

Chesapeake Kitchen Wholesalers, Inc.

This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Baltimore with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Wood Benchtops and a Side-by-side Washer and Dryer

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.