Who likes doing laundry? The answer is "anyone who has a laundry room like this!
Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Richmond with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Trendigt

Närkekök

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orebro with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, pink walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, laminate benchtops and black floor.

身の丈実用の家。Olive ｰオリーブｰ

華建築株式会社

This is an example of a country single-wall utility room in Other with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls and vinyl floors.

Stacked Washer and Dryer Next to Folding Counter with Marble Countertop

Denise Quade Design

An old porcelain farmhouse sink with a drainboard was built in to a sea grass cabinet with a valance toe treatment. A stone wall from the original house was exposed and along with it, the old timber doorway was exposed. A shallow depth cabinet was recessed into the wall into an old opening to store shallow cleaning items.

Laundry with Hanging Rail

Improva

A well-organised and efficient laundry room that makes the task of laundry a breeze. This thoughtfully designed space features a convenient hanging rail and laundry chute, maximizing functionality and providing a seamless laundry experience.

Cook Custom Home

Alair Homes Barrie

This lot had great potential for a fully finished walkout basement, which is exactly what the clients and their 4 children needed. The home now features 2 games rooms, a large great room, and a fantastic kitchen, all overlooking Lake Simcoe.

Pale Green Cabinets with Exposed Stone Wall and Timber Door Jamb

Denise Quade Design

Pink 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.