Jesse Smith
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

St. Johns Addition and Remodel

Jameson Design Group

The new laundry layout features built in compact washer/dryer and painted shaker cabinetry.
Mid-sized midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, concrete floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Gary Randolph Master Builder

AG&M Austin (Architectural Granite & Marble)

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, linoleum floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

222 NE 5th Court

Marc Julien Homes

Vintage architecture meets modern-day charm with this Mission Style home in the Del Ida Historic District, only two blocks from downtown Delray Beach. The exterior features intricate details such as the stucco coated adobe architecture, a clay barrel roof and a warm oak paver driveway. Once inside this 3,515 square foot home, the intricate design and detail are evident with dark wood floors, shaker style cabinetry, a Estatuario Silk Neolith countertop & waterfall edge island. The remarkable downstairs Master Wing is complete with wood grain cabinetry & Pompeii Quartz Calacatta Supreme countertops, a 6′ freestanding tub & frameless shower. The Kitchen and Great Room are seamlessly integrated with luxurious Coffered ceilings, wood beams, and large sliders leading out to the pool and patio. Robert Stevens Photography

Herritage Green Ranch

TVL Creative Ltd.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall utility room in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Midcentury Laundry Room

Photo of a midcentury u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

MidMod Infill

Bella Vista Developments

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Los Gatos Treehouse

Cathie Hong Interiors

This 1960s home was in original condition and badly in need of some functional and cosmetic updates. We opened up the great room into an open concept space, converted the half bathroom downstairs into a full bath, and updated finishes all throughout with finishes that felt period-appropriate and reflective of the owner's Asian heritage.

Westchester Residence

JWT Associates

The laundry room is added on to the original house. The cabinetry is custom designed with blue laminate doors. The floor tile is from WalkOn Tile in LA. Caesarstone countertops.

White Sails Mid-Century Modern

Patterson Custom Homes

Photo of a midcentury utility room in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

New Custom Master Bathroom

Kasas Builders Inc.

Small midcentury u-shaped laundry cupboard in San Francisco with light wood cabinets and a stacked washer and dryer.

Mid Century Modern

Westwind Woodworkers Inc.

Sid Levin Revolution Design Build
This is an example of a midcentury laundry cupboard in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer and medium wood cabinets.

Multi-Generational

BKD Interiors

Design ideas for a midcentury galley laundry room in Houston with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Altadore Residence - Niro Developments

Rochelle Cote Interior Design

From 2020 to 2022 we had the opportunity to work with this wonderful client building in Altadore. We were so fortunate to help them build their family dream home. They wanted to add some fun pops of color and make it their own. So we implemented green and blue tiles into the bathrooms. The kitchen is extremely fashion forward with open shelves on either side of the hoodfan, and the wooden handles throughout. There are nodes to mid century modern in this home that give it a classic look. Our favorite details are the stair handrail, and the natural flagstone fireplace. The fun, cozy upper hall reading area is a reader’s paradise. This home is both stylish and perfect for a young busy family.

Floral Wallpaper Laundry Room with Blue Vanity

KraftMaster Renovations

This baby blue vanity in combination with brass hardware and floral wallpapaer makes this room feel light, spacious, and inviting. Photos by Chris Veith.

Prickly Pear Sanctuary

R-Value Homes

Expansive midcentury u-shaped utility room in Grand Rapids with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, pink walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Uncomplicated Refinement

H2 Design Studio

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Mid Century Modern Home

Candace Nordquist Interiors

This Laundry room/ Mud room is a functional space. With walnut counter tops, frosted glass door and white walls this space is well balanced with the home.

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!

Palm Springs Firebird

Bauer Clifton Interiors

This is an example of a small midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, marble floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

All Cabinet Finishes Midcentury Laundry Room Design Ideas

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned midcentury 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.