Scott D W Smith
Photo of a large contemporary dedicated laundry room in Denver with white walls and travertine floors.

This is an example of a large modern l-shaped utility room in Toronto with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Racine Mud Room Addition For Dogs

S.J. Janis Company, Inc.

After the mud room addition, the dogs have their own personal bowls and a customized washing area for when they come in from outside. Plato Prelude cabinets provide plenty of cabinet space for dog food and other items. One golden retriever and four flat coated retrievers = a lot of food storage needs! Porcelain fired earth ceramics 18" field tile was installed for a durable floor. An LG Hi-Macs Volcanics Solid Surface material was used on the counter tops featuring built-in food bowls. Hooks were conveniently added for hanging leashes by the door. As if this was not enough, the dogs can exit the mud room and run into the fenced backyard with their own in-ground pool! The dogs love the new amenities but the homeowners have a spectacular kitchen, improved dining/coffee experience, an efficient flow from the kitchen to the backyard, and functional designs to make their life easier.

Home in Toronto 8

Peter A. Sellar - Architectural Photographer

Peter A. Sellar / www.photoklik.com
Inspiration for a traditional laundry room in Toronto with white walls and black floor.

Laundry Room/Mudroom with Custom Cabinetry

Blackline Renovations

Ken Vaughan - Vaughan Creative Media
Photo of a small traditional single-wall utility room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Custom Cabinet for Washer/Dryer

Paula McDonald Design Build & Interiors

A unique feature of this 1929 pre-war apartment is washer and vented dryer in the kitchen. While a welcome asset in such a compact old kitchen, we had to move the door entrance to accommodate a full sized unit. This required shrinking the cabinets directly across from it for adequate passage. We concealed the unit in the beautiful matching custom cabinetry so that it essentially disappears. In addition, we added the required electrical bridge for future upgrade from the service entrance to the breaker panel, which is hidden above the crown.

Gambrel Country Home

Crisp Architects

Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a country laundry room in New York with soapstone benchtops, white cabinets, white walls, slate floors and grey floor.

Lake Michigan Luxury

Sytsma Construction

Design ideas for a laundry room in Grand Rapids.

Modern Farmhouse Phase III - Interiors

Darci Reimund Designs

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Transform your Laundry Room into a Seek and Modern Space

Accent Woodworking Inc.

Custom Shaker Laundry Room Upper Cabinets shown in Solid Bright White on Maple with Nickel Pulls. Corner Cabinet - 33"w x 36"h x 12"d 1 Top Cabinet– 36”w x 36h" x 12"d 1 Top Cabinet– 15”w x 36”h x 12"d 1 Top Cabinet - 24"w x 30"h x 12"d 2 Top Cabinets - 29"w x 36"h x 12"d

Modern Americana

Amy Troute Inspired Interior Design

ATIID collaborated with these homeowners to curate new furnishings throughout the home while their down-to-the studs, raise-the-roof renovation, designed by Chambers Design, was underway. Pattern and color were everything to the owners, and classic “Americana” colors with a modern twist appear in the formal dining room, great room with gorgeous new screen porch, and the primary bedroom. Custom bedding that marries not-so-traditional checks and florals invites guests into each sumptuously layered bed. Vintage and contemporary area rugs in wool and jute provide color and warmth, grounding each space. Bold wallpapers were introduced in the powder and guest bathrooms, and custom draperies layered with natural fiber roman shades ala Cindy’s Window Fashions inspire the palettes and draw the eye out to the natural beauty beyond. Luxury abounds in each bathroom with gleaming chrome fixtures and classic finishes. A magnetic shade of blue paint envelops the gourmet kitchen and a buttery yellow creates a happy basement laundry room. No detail was overlooked in this stately home - down to the mudroom’s delightful dutch door and hard-wearing brick floor. Photography by Meagan Larsen Photography

Farmhouse Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

A country kitchen in rural Pembrokeshire with breathtaking views and plenty of character. Under the striking low beamed ceiling, the Shaker cabinets are designed in an L-shape run with a large central freestanding island. The kitchen revolves around the generously proportioned Ash island acting as a prep table, a place to perch and plenty of storage. In keeping with the farmhouse aesthetic, the walk in pantry houses jams and jars with everything on show. Round the corner lies the utility space with an additional sink and white good appliances with a boot room on entry to the property for muddy wellies and raincoats.

Modern Americana

Chambers Interior Design

Inspiration for a traditional laundry room in Portland.

Walworth Junction Homearama

RM Interiors

This is an example of a contemporary laundry room in Cincinnati.

Interior Builder Selections - Canyon Homes

Jane Reece Interiors

JRI works with Canyon Homes for interior surface selections including tile, flooring, countertops, lighting and more!
Inspiration for a transitional laundry room in Austin.

Our Projects

Space Craft Joinery

laundry room, cabinets, custom laundry,
Inspiration for a laundry room in Vancouver.

Say Aloe to my Laundry Room

Fitch Design Company

Aloe cabinets, wall mount porcelain sink and porcelain utility sink create this vintage laundry room.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional laundry room in Seattle.

In-law Suite Addition

12/12 Architects & Planners

This is an example of a small traditional galley utility room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, timber splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, wallpaper, wallpaper, a stacked washer and dryer, a single-bowl sink, quartz benchtops and grey benchtop.

Otter + Howell Mudroom/ Laundry Room

Clark + Aldine

Photo of a mid-sized country utility room in Detroit with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Baltusrol

Alair Homes Charlotte

Laundry room
Inspiration for a transitional dedicated laundry room in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls and black benchtop.

Orange, Beige Laundry Room Design Ideas

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.