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.

Leigh Holiday Home Renovation

Du Bois Design Ltd

This laundry was designed several months after the kitchen renovation - a cohesive look was needed to flow to make it look like it was done at the same time. Similar materials were chosen but with individual flare and interest. This space is multi functional not only providing a space as a laundry but as a separate pantry room for the kitchen - it also includes an integrated pull out drawer fridge.

East Hampton blanc et noir

Consumers Kitchens & Baths

This East Hampton, Long Island Laundry Room is made up of Dewitt Starmark Cabinets finished in White. The countertop is Quartz Caesarstone and the floating shelves are Natural Quartersawn Red Oak.

Devore Project

McKeithan Design Studio, LLC

Design ideas for a large midcentury l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Nashville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

1960's Tri-Level Ranch

Lacy Keller Interiors

HomeStar Video Tours
Inspiration for a small midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, blue floor and grey benchtop.

Modern Laundry Room

Doolittle Design Co.

Laundry room storage with stainless steel utility sink.
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury utility room in San Francisco with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and grey benchtop.

Bel-Air

Lion Builder Construction Inc

Remodeled by Lion Builder construction Design By Veneer Designs
Design ideas for a large midcentury single-wall laundry room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Midcentury Modern Home Remodel

User

Inspiration for a large midcentury dedicated laundry room in Other with blue walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a double-bowl sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, grey benchtop and cork floors.

Springvale at Throsby

McDonald Jones Homes

Clean lines and white cabinetry make the Laundry room feel brighter and large. Matching benchtop to the Kitchen Island offers consistency.
Midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, grey benchtop, flat-panel cabinets and white floor.

MidCentury Modern Kingston extension

VC Design Architectural Services

Midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in London with a drop-in sink, white walls, cork floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Double Gable Eichler Remodel

Klopf Architecture

This is an example of a small midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and grey benchtop.

Euro Pop Laundry

Linette Dai Design

Inspiration for a midcentury l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, multi-coloured walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Mid-Century Avenues Resoration

Living Home Construction

Mid-sized midcentury single-wall utility room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Midcentury Modern Basement Remodel

Floor to Ceiling Carpet One Floor & Home

Robb Siverson Photography
Small midcentury utility room in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood floors, beige floor, a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Atomic Ranch MCM Main House

Breathe Design Studio

Our Austin studio decided to go bold with this project by ensuring that each space had a unique identity in the Mid-Century Modern style bathroom, butler's pantry, and mudroom. We covered the bathroom walls and flooring with stylish beige and yellow tile that was cleverly installed to look like two different patterns. The mint cabinet and pink vanity reflect the mid-century color palette. The stylish knobs and fittings add an extra splash of fun to the bathroom. The butler's pantry is located right behind the kitchen and serves multiple functions like storage, a study area, and a bar. We went with a moody blue color for the cabinets and included a raw wood open shelf to give depth and warmth to the space. We went with some gorgeous artistic tiles that create a bold, intriguing look in the space. In the mudroom, we used siding materials to create a shiplap effect to create warmth and texture – a homage to the classic Mid-Century Modern design. We used the same blue from the butler's pantry to create a cohesive effect. The large mint cabinets add a lighter touch to the space. --- Project designed by the Atomic Ranch featured modern designers at Breathe Design Studio. From their Austin design studio, they serve an eclectic and accomplished nationwide clientele including in Palm Springs, LA, and the San Francisco Bay Area. For more about Breathe Design Studio, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/atomic-ranch

Long Marsh Lane, North Oaks

Ohana Home & Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Modern Laundry Room

Doolittle Design Co.

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury laundry room in San Francisco with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and grey benchtop.

Chatsworth Residence Renovation

David Stumpf Architecture LLC

The Chatsworth Residence was a complete renovation of a 1950's suburban Dallas ranch home. From the offset of this project, the owner intended for this to be a real estate investment property, and subsequently contracted David to develop a design design that would appeal to a broad rental market and to lead the renovation project. The scope of the renovation to this residence included a semi-gut down to the studs, new roof, new HVAC system, new kitchen, new laundry area, and a full rehabilitation of the property. Maintaining a tight budget for the project, David worked with the owner to maintain a high level of craftsmanship and quality of work throughout the project.

Pompadour Estates (Majestic #2)

Asher Homes Inc.

Design ideas for a large midcentury galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

1960's Tri-Level Ranch

Lacy Keller Interiors

HomeStar Video Tours
Photo of a small midcentury galley utility room in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, blue floor and grey benchtop.

Midcentury Laundry Room Design Ideas with Grey Benchtop

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.