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.

New Attached Homes - NE Portland

Portland Development Group Investments

Jason Walchli
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall dedicated laundry room in Portland with beige walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Wisconsin Lake Cottage

Edward Deegan Architects

Karen Loffing
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Milwaukee with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Bathroom and Laundry Room Remodel

Badger Carpentry, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts dedicated laundry room in Milwaukee with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, red walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

Clyde Hill Remodel

grouparchitect

Architect: Grouparchitect Contractor: Lochwood Lozier Custom Construction Photography: Michael Walmsley
Mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Entrada

Tracy Lynn Studio

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Diego with quartz benchtops, slate floors and white benchtop.

Urban Farmhouse

Anna Lisa Avelar Interior Design

Laundry room Christopher Stark Photo
Photo of a mid-sized country l-shaped utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, shaker cabinets and red cabinets.

Mud Room with Cherry Cabinets and Dog Shower

Orren Pickell Building Group

http://www.pickellbuilders.com. Photography by Linda Oyama Bryan. Mud Room with raised panel Cherry Cabinets, Cambria countertops, slate tile floors and Dog Shower.

Farmhouse Entry

Ann Stillman O'Leary

Rob Karosis
Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall utility room in New York with white walls, slate floors, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

The Entertainer

Midtown Custom Homes, LLC

Mid-sized country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

European Revival

RENAISSANCE BUILDERS INC

Grey slate floors and grey cabinetry give a crisp clean look to this Renaissance Builders laundry room. Harlin Photograpy
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Tour of Homes: #2 M&S Resources

Cherry City Interiors & Design

Builder/Remodeler: M&S Resources- Phillip Moreno/ Materials provided by: Cherry City Interiors & Design/ Interior Design by: Shelli Dierck & Leslie Kampstra/ Photographs by: Shelli Dierck &

Promontory Contemporary

Kristina Lawrence Interior Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Dockside, New England

Kim Case

Kim Case Photography, providing high end imagery for discerning builders, architects and interior designers in Maine and beyond.
Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style utility room in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Cataumet Cottage Renovation

Jill Neubauer Architects

Contractor: McLaughlin & Son Photography: Meredith Hunnibell
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Boston with white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Indoor-Outdoor, Midcentury, Los Angeles

Blake Civiello Architecture

Photos by Philippe Le Berre
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white cabinets.

Hidden Hills View

Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.

Madeline Harper Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and grey benchtop.

Newbury Laundry Room

Monarch Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized country dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with a farmhouse sink, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Staunton Bathroom and Basement Remodel

Mint Construction

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary laundry room in Other with white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

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.