The kitchen isn't the only room worthy of delicious design... and so when these clients saw THEIR personal style come to life in the kitchen, they decided to go all in and put the Maine Coast construction team in charge of building out their vision for the home in its entirety. Talent at its best -- with tastes of this client, we simply had the privilege of doing the easy part -- building their dream home!

Farmhouse Kitchen and Laundry Room Remodel in Naperville, Illinois

Hyland Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Quarry Road

Teaselwood Design

Quarry Road + QUARRY ROAD We transformed this 1980’s Colonial eyesore into a beautiful, light-filled home that's completely family friendly. Opening up the floor plan eased traffic flow and replacing dated details with timeless furnishings and finishes created a clean, classic, modern take on 'farmhouse' style. All cabinetry, fireplace and beam details were designed and handcrafted by Teaselwood Design.

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.

Dog Wash

Christie Architecture LLC

Mid-sized midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel - Traditional - 2

Liberty Hill Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Manchester with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, blue walls and slate floors.

Chelsea Cabinets

Panache Inspiration Center

Mid-sized single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Rora Rustic

Rocky Mountain Homes/Rocky Mountain Log Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, tile benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, slate floors, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room

JWH Design and Cabinetry LLC

Short on space, but long on function. The combination of open and closed storage works best for easy access and critical storage. Mom's "drop spot" on the right is home to all the chargers in the home. Designer: Jennifer Howard, JWH Photographer, Mick Hales

Utility rooms/cloakrooms

Peter Currie Architects

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, green floor and grey benchtop.

Hirst

Ballard Fine Homes

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Newport Beach Transformation

Richart Design

Mid-sized beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, slate floors, black floor and white benchtop.

Hereford

Stone Creek Building

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Portland with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, a drop-in sink, beige walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Park City Mountain House

Peter LaBau, LLC

Laundry Room looking north. Photo by Peter LaBau
This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, a farmhouse sink, concrete benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Bathroom Remodels

Sparks Tile and Stone

Laundry room done in Pennsylvania Bluestone on the floor and a Granite countertop!
Mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Fleurieu Esplanade Home

Anatoly Patrick Architecture

Soft, minimal, white and timeless laundry renovation for a beach front home on the Fleurieu Peninsula of South Australia. Practical as well as beautiful, with drying rack, large square sink and overhead storage.

Cold Spring Harbor, NY

North Shore Kitchens, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and grey floor.

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

The Heron Gate

Gordon Tobey Developments

Laundry & sewing room
Mid-sized beach style single-wall utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, slate floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Anne Grice Interiors

This laundry room is equipped with an innovative micro-jet hand washing sink that will wash your dedicates with a push of a button. There are custom wood drying racks tucked beside the washer and dryer.

Mid-sized Laundry Room Design Ideas with Slate 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.