This "perfect-sized" laundry room is just off the mudroom and can be closed off from the rest of the house. The large window makes the space feel large and open. A custom designed wall of shelving and specialty cabinets accommodates everything necessary for day-to-day laundry needs. This custom home was designed and built by Meadowlark Design+Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Photography by Joshua Caldwell.

Mudroom with a Purpose

Closet Organizing Systems

This mudroom is finished in grey melamine with shaker raised panel door fronts and butcher block counter tops. Bead board backing was used on the wall where coats hang to protect the wall and providing a more built-in look. Bench seating is flanked with large storage drawers and both open and closed upper cabinetry. Above the washer and dryer there is ample space for sorting and folding clothes along with a hanging rod above the sink for drying out hanging items. Designed by Jamie Wilson for Closet Organizing Systems

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.

Transitional Laundry Room

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

Laundry Spaces

Rachael Elise Design

Inspiration for a small single-wall laundry cupboard in Dallas with grey cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, brown benchtop and wood.

Appalachian Farmhouse

4 Forty Four

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, wood benchtops, beige walls and brown floor.

Brightwaters Blvd.

Pamela Harvey Interiors

Our St. Pete studio designed this stunning home in a Greek Mediterranean style to create the best of Florida waterfront living. We started with a neutral palette and added pops of bright blue to recreate the hues of the ocean in the interiors. Every room is carefully curated to ensure a smooth flow and feel, including the luxurious bathroom, which evokes a calm, soothing vibe. All the bedrooms are decorated to ensure they blend well with the rest of the home's decor. The large outdoor pool is another beautiful highlight which immediately puts one in a relaxing holiday mood! --- Pamela Harvey Interiors offers interior design services in St. Petersburg and Tampa, and throughout Florida's Suncoast area, from Tarpon Springs to Naples, including Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and Sarasota. For more about Pamela Harvey Interiors, see here: https://www.pamelaharveyinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.pamelaharveyinteriors.com/portfolio-galleries/waterfront-home-tampa-fl

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Amy Pearson Design

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Portland with shaker cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, slate floors, multi-coloured floor, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, a concealed washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Modern High Gloss White Kitchen

Enns Cabinetry Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Toronto with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Vintage laundry room

Joie De Vie Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Oklahoma City with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor and beige benchtop.

Classic Transformation

Knight Architects LLC

Mud room has a built in shelf above the desk for charging electronics. Slate floor. Cubbies for storage. Photography by Pete Weigley
Inspiration for a traditional galley utility room in New York with slate floors, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls and black benchtop.

Laundry, Mudroom and Doggie shower

Tina Moizer Designs

Mid-sized eclectic single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with wood benchtops, beige walls, linoleum floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

BOIS MASSIF INTERIEUR

Kontio Aquitaine

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall utility room in Bordeaux with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Bavarian Castle

Brent Gibson Classic Home Design

This is an example of a large country galley utility room in Oklahoma City with brick floors, blue cabinets, shaker cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and blue benchtop.

Birchcrest Milford New Build

Mintzer Building Company

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Rustic Wayne Laundry & Mudroom

Deconstructed Living Design

Photo 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.

Culver, IN. Haas Cabinetry. Modern/Rustic Inspired Kitchen, Laundry, and Baths

Bailey's Cabinets

Haas Signature Wood Species: Maple Cabinet Finish: Slate Maple Door Style: Shakertown V Countertop: John Boos Butcherblock, Walnut
Design ideas for a small country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Gale-Rew Spec/Chamna

Gale Rew Construction, Inc.

Photos by Becky Pospical
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Kitchen & Utility Hoo Kent

Ream Kitchens

After moving into their home three years ago, Mr and Mrs C left their kitchen to last as part of their home renovations. “We knew of Ream from the large showroom on the Gillingham Business Park and we had seen the Vans in our area.” says Mrs C. “We’ve moved twice already and each time our kitchen renovation has been questionable. We hoped we would be third time lucky? This time we opted for the whole kitchen renovation including the kitchen flooring, lighting and installation.” The Ream showroom in Gillingham is bright and inviting. It is a large space, as it took us over one hour to browse round all the displays. Meeting Lara at the showroom before hand, helped to put our ideas of want we wanted with Lara’s design expertise. From the initial kitchen consultation, Lara then came to measure our existing kitchen. Lara, Ream’s Kitchen Designer, was able to design Mr and Mrs C’s kitchen which came to life on the 3D software Ream uses for kitchen design. When it came to selecting the kitchen, Lara is an expert, she was thorough and an incredibly knowledgeable kitchen designer. We were never rushed in our decision; she listened to what we wanted. It was refreshing as our experience of other companies was not so pleasant. Ream has a very good range to choose from which brought our kitchen to life. The kitchen design had ingenious with clever storage ideas which ensured our kitchen was better organised. We were surprised with how much storage was possible especially as before I had only one drawer and a huge fridge freezer which reduced our worktop space. The installation was quick too. The team were considerate of our needs and asked if they had permission to park on our driveway. There was no dust or mess to come back to each evening and the rubbish was all collected too. Within two weeks the kitchen was complete. Reams customer service was prompt and outstanding. When things did go wrong, Ream was quick to rectify and communicate with us what was going on. One was the delivery of three doors which were drilled wrong and the other was the extractor. Emma, Ream’s Project Coordinator apologised and updated us on what was happening through calls and emails. “It’s the best kitchen we have ever had!” Mr & Mrs C say, we are so happy with it.

Palm Island

The Closets Company

Laundry in Chocolate Pearl
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Miami with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Wood Benchtops and Beige Walls

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.