James Meyer Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall laundry room in New York with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, black benchtop and open cabinets.

Mid Century Residence

KP Hudson Construction Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

A Mid-Century Treasure in Andover, MA

Blackdog Design Build Remodel

Inspiration for a midcentury l-shaped laundry room in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Pax I House

Pax Domus, Inc.

Creative Captures, David Barrios
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Palka Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | Lebanon, Ohio

Flooret

Warm, light, and inviting with characteristic knot vinyl floors that bring a touch of wabi-sabi to every room. This rustic maple style is ideal for Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired spaces.

Kensington Artist Remodel

Lars Remodeling & Design

This laundry room is small yet powerful. The deco pattern flooring is a unique touch to this room. A granite countertop with raised panel cabinets and gold pulls make for a great prep area. This room provides everything you need to make a mundane task one of your favorites!

Fenton Midcentury Modern Inspired New Build Home

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Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Midcentury Modern Home

Mora Design, Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, orange walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and dark wood cabinets.

Ravenna Art Deco Dwelling

Workshop Estates

This is an example of a large midcentury dedicated laundry room in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

31541 Ashworth Road

Pure Style by Jerry Bussanmas

This is an example of a large midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Barr Custom Home

Alair Homes Red Deer

This home features an open concept living space and kitchen, with a complete master suite and spacious patio.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall utility room with shaker cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer and dark wood cabinets.

Midcentury-Modern Home Renovation

Pinecrest Design

Inspiration for a midcentury single-wall laundry cupboard in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, concrete floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Custom Home bulit on a Vineyard in Clovis, CA

Wathen Mansionette

Lots of counter space on the opposite side of the washer and dryer
This is an example of a large midcentury laundry cupboard in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Historic Downtown Prescott

Ability Remodeling

Photo of a small midcentury single-wall laundry room in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Mid Mod Remodel in River Hills

Brakefield Design Collective

James Meyer Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall utility room in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Historic Downtown Prescott

Ability Remodeling

This is an example of a small midcentury single-wall laundry room in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Midcentury Laundry Room Design Ideas with Dark Wood Cabinets

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.