A laundry room is housed behind these sliding barn doors in the upstairs hallway in this near-net-zero custom built home built by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Architectural Resource, Photography: Joshua Caldwell

Travis & Ben's 1932 Tudor

Arciform

The closet system and laundry space affords these traveling homeowners a place to prep for their travels.
Mid-sized transitional galley laundry cupboard in Portland with medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop and vaulted.

Indianapolis

Kelly Shepard Designs.

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Goldsmith Neighborhood Town Home

Studio Design LLC

Virtuance Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and an undermount sink.

Monte Sereno Residence

Isaman design, Inc.

Nestled in the hills of Monte Sereno, this family home is a large Spanish Style residence. Designed around a central axis, views to the native oaks and landscape are highlighted by a large entry door and 20’ wide by 10’ tall glass doors facing the rear patio. Inside, custom decorative trusses connect the living and kitchen spaces. Modern amenities in the large kitchen like the double island add a contemporary touch to an otherwise traditional home. The home opens up to the back of the property where an extensive covered patio is ideal for entertaining, cooking, and living.

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.

Cuarto de limpieza

DCID Interior Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Malaga with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and recessed.

Mariposa // Laundry

RT Design Studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

2020 Remodelers' Showcase Home: Hermitage Way, Minnetonka

Boyer Building Corporation

Nice built-in cubby space for a much needed mudroom off of the garage.
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, beige walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Hollywood Hills Warm Contemporary

VBM Home

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Black is the new Black

Complete Kitchens

This compact kitchen design was a clever use of space, incorporating a super slim pantry into the existing stud wall cavity and combining the hidden laundry and butlers pantry into one! The black 2 Pac matt paint in 'Domino' Flat by Dulux made the Lithostone benchtops in 'Calacatta Amazon' pop off the page! The gorgeous touches like the timber floating shelves, the upper corner timber & black combo shelves and the sweet leather handles add a welcome touch of warmth to this stunning kitchen.

Pops of Color

Casey Hawthorne Design

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic galley dedicated laundry room in Richmond with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Penthouse Bogenhausen

BESPOKE Interior Design & Production

This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Munich with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Modern Luxury with a View

Giffin & Crane General Contractors, Inc.

Laundry room.
Design ideas for a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

White Thermofoil Cabinetry

JB Home Improvement, Inc

Yorktowne Cabinetry manufactured by Elkay, USA
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in San Diego with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

St Henry Family Home

Springhouse Architects, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Tailored Spaces, Clever Layout

Brilliant Design Concepts

The kitchen, butlers pantry and laundry form a corridor which can be partitioned off with sliding doors Clever storage for school bags and sports equipment Easy access from the side entrance so there is no need to clutter the kitchen.

Laundry Room

Closet Factory

Revamping the laundry room brings a blend of functionality and style to an often-overlooked space. Upgrading appliances to energy-efficient models enhances efficiency while minimizing environmental impact. Custom cabinetry and shelving solutions maximize storage for detergents, cleaning supplies, and laundry essentials, promoting an organized and clutter-free environment. Consideration of ergonomic design, such as a folding counter or ironing station, streamlines tasks and adds a touch of convenience. Thoughtful lighting choices, perhaps with LED fixtures or natural light sources, contribute to a bright and inviting atmosphere. Flooring upgrades for durability, such as water-resistant tiles or easy-to-clean materials, can withstand the demands of laundry tasks. Ultimately, a remodeled laundry room not only elevates its practical functionality but also transforms it into a well-designed, efficient space that makes the often-dreaded chore of laundry a more pleasant experience.

Bungalow Basement Remodel

Introspecs

Caleb Vandermeer
This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Cooper River Contemporary

DLB Custom Home Design

Ellis Creek Photography
Mid-sized modern l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Charleston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mid-sized Laundry Room Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors

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.