Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Other with wood benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Dramatic hallway and kitchen

LNDesigns

Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Hampshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and brown benchtop.

Fun Room

RL Design

Yellow vertical cabinets provide readily accessible storage. The yellow color brightens the space and gives the laundry room a fun vibe. Wood shelves balance the space and provides additional storage.

Pleasanton Custom Home

Ridgecrest Designs

Second-floor laundry room with real Chicago reclaimed brick floor laid in a herringbone pattern. Mixture of green painted and white oak stained cabinetry. Farmhouse sink and white subway tile backsplash. Butcher block countertops.

Silva Household

Flooring Factory LLC

This is an example of an expansive country laundry room in Charleston with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Maple Grove Laundry

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

The finished project! The white built-in locker system with a floor to ceiling cabinet for added storage. Black herringbone slate floor, and wood countertop for easy folding.

The Elevated Cottage

Kelsey Leigh Design Co.

Inspiration for a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Oklahoma City with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and brown benchtop.

Parker Branch

Mighty Oak Builders

Fresh, light, and stylish laundry room. Almost enough to make us actually WANT to do laundry! Almost. The shelf over the washer/dryer is also removable. Photo credit Kristen Mayfield

Skyview

Kelley Design Group

This is an example of an expansive scandinavian u-shaped utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Princeton Basement & Laundry Room

New Outlooks Construction

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Built in Lockers in Mudroom with Large Island with Walnut Countertop

Denise Quade Design

Walnut countertops on the mudroom island is a great durable surface that can be blemished and sanded out. The overhang at the end is the perfect spot for kids to do homework after a long day at school. The lockers offer a great spot for everyday items to be stored and organized for each child.

Oak Farm || Aged Oak Porcelain

Floors of Stone

Floors of Stone Our Aged Oak Porcelain tiles have been taken through from the kitchen to this beautiful Utility room.
Inspiration for an expansive country single-wall laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors and brown floor.

Kristen's Laundry Room

Grassroots Design

JVL Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Ottawa with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Chestnut Hill Residence

MANDARINA STUDIO interior design

Photography: Ben Gebo
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional utility room in Boston with an integrated sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Modern Country no.7

Anthony Edwards Kitchens

16th Century Grade II* listed townhouse in Petersfield, Hampshire.
Inspiration for a country dedicated laundry room in Hampshire with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a concealed washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

Rustic Fusion

Kole Made Design/Build

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, white floor and brown benchtop.

Eclectic Industrial Farmhouse

Ourso Designs

Design ideas for a laundry room in New Orleans with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

2012 Fall Parade Of Homes

Highmark Builders

Photo of a traditional laundry room in Minneapolis with wood benchtops, multi-coloured floor and brown 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.

Rie

Home & Harmony

Design ideas for a country laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink and wood benchtops.

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Wood Benchtops

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.