Iran Watson
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with blue cabinets, a drop-in sink, brown floor, shaker cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Milton Renovation

New River Building Co.

Photo Credit: David Cannon; Design: Michelle Mentzer Instagram: @newriverbuildingco
Mid-sized country l-shaped utility room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Westport Antique Colonial Renovation

Domus Constructors, LLC.

Jim Fuhrmann Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Paleface Ranch

Van Wicklen Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Austin with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, a concealed washer and dryer, white benchtop, blue cabinets and grey walls.

Cheerful Laundry and Mudroom

Simply Home Decorating

Before we redesigned the basement of this charming but compact 1950's North Vancouver home, this space was an unfinished utility room that housed nothing more than an outdated furnace and hot water tank. Since space was at a premium we recommended replacing the furnace with a high efficiency model and converting the hot water tank to an on-demand system, both of which could be housed in the adjacent crawl space. That left room for a generous laundry room conveniently located at the back entrance of the house where family members returning from a mountain bike ride can undress, drop muddy clothes into the washing machine and proceed to shower in the bathroom just across the hall. Interior Design by Lori Steeves of Simply Home Decorating. Photos by Tracey Ayton Photography.

Menlo Park, CA - Custom Cabinetry

Shaw Cabinetry & Woodworks

www.photosbycherie.net
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, granite benchtops, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Laundry Room Makeover

Paolucci Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, wood benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Spanish Colonial

LaBlonde Development

Steven Thompson
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, brick floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

A Bespoke, Handmade Shaker Kitchen & Utility Room By Burlanes

burlanes interiors

Our clients had been searching for their perfect kitchen for over a year. They had three abortive attempts to engage a kitchen supplier and had become disillusioned by vendors who wanted to mould their needs to fit with their product. "It was a massive relief when we finally found Burlanes. From the moment we started to discuss our requirements with Lindsey we could tell that she completely understood both our needs and how Burlanes could meet them." We needed to ensure that all the clients' specifications were met and worked together with them to achieve their dream, bespoke kitchen.

Devonshire Remodel

Jarrett Design

This stylish family of four came to us yearning for added functionality with flair. The couple recently updated other areas of the home on their own quite beautifully, but realized they needed the help of professionals when it came to the kitchen and mudroom. The new kitchen plan enlarged the island with additional seating, eliminated soffits for extra storage and an updated look, and swapped out the desk for a message center with a hidden charging/drop area. A cozy banquette was designed for the eat-in area of the kitchen. Drawers below the bench add storage to this gathering spot. Aesthetic elements with a soft industrial feel to compliment the new interiors were desired. Beautiful island detailing with tall brackets, panels and base molding in a lovely grey paint in contrast to the white perimeter create a focal point for the space. The homeowner sourced a fun light fixture to top off the island. This along with a stainless chimney hood and appliances add to the overall industrial appeal. Grey cabinetry in the mudroom flows with the kitchen while adding cubbies and a bench with lockers above. A cabinetry surround for the washer and dryer integrates the built-ins in a space that works hard while looking pretty.

Mid Century Ranch Renovation

Morse Custom Homes and Remodeling

Original 1953 mid century custom home was renovated with minimal wall removals in order to maintain the original charm of this home. Several features and finishes were kept or restored from the original finish of the house. The new products and finishes were chosen to emphasize the original custom decor and architecture. Design, Build, and most of all, Enjoy!

Loving Farmhouse in Downers Grove

Hyland Homes

This typical laundry room held dual purposes - laundry and mudroom. We created an effective use of this space with a wall mudroom locker for shoes and coats, and upper cabinets that go to the ceiling for maximum storage. Also added a little flare of style with the floating shelves! Designed by Wheatland Custom Cabinetry (www.wheatlandcabinets.com)

Barton Hills Bedroom

Jameson Design Group

The needs of a growing family were kept in mind when designing the new layout of the mud room/utility room. The result is more walking space, more counter space and more storage. Interior Design by Jameson Interiors. Photo by Andrea Calo

Park Place | Edina

Archos Architecture & Design, P.A.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

54th St

Castle Rock Granite Countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, quartz benchtops, beige floor and white benchtop.

Fall Haven

Castle Kitchens and Interiors

Laundry room design and photography by Jennifer Hayes of Castle Kitchens and Interiors
Photo of a mid-sized country utility room in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets.

Pepper

Yellow House

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Country Comfort

Gordon James Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets and grey walls.

Transitional Laundry Room

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry room with ample storage space

CUSTOM CRAFT - Design Build Remodel

Their new laundry now has ample storage space for cleaning supplies, plus convenient hooks for hanging bags and backpacks. The walls were painted an earthy Sherwin Williams flat called Neutral Ground (SW-7568). On the floors we used Daltile's 18 x 18" Continental Slate in Tuscan Blue.

Mid-sized Laundry Room Design Ideas

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.