Narrow Scandi home with texture and colour

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped utility room in Perth with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, mosaic tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and vaulted.

GOKE | Basement & Bathroom Remodel

Ke Design Collective Inc.

This is an example of a large scandinavian galley laundry room in Toronto with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Aria di rinnovamento - Progetto in corso

Liadesign

Lidesign
Inspiration for a small scandinavian single-wall utility room in Milan with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, black benchtop and recessed.

St Lucia

New Leaf Design Studios

The laundry has been completely replaced with this fresh, clean and functional laundry.. This image shows the pull out bench extension pushed back when not in use

Mudroom / Laundry

New View Designs by Laurie Cole Inc.

Entering from the garage welcomes you into the home's mud-room. A custom bench was designed to fit the corner and painted in black to contrast the bright walls. A wood seat was added to the bench as well as shiplap behind to tie everything in with the rest of the home. The stackable washer and dryer can be found between the staircase with LED lighted handrail and the custom tiled dog shower!

Penthouse Condo

Lesley Brookes Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Toronto with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Sax Point

Jenny Martin Design

Joshua Lawrence
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, white walls and multi-coloured floor.

Skyview

Kelley Design Group

This is an example of an expansive scandinavian u-shaped utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Contemporary Lifestyle Home

Fraemohs Homes

Photo of a large scandinavian galley utility room in Christchurch with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and flat-panel cabinets.

Laundry & Mud Room - Glen Ellyn, IL

PB Kitchen Design

Washer & Dryer in island
Large scandinavian utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

BOIS MASSIF INTERIEUR

Kontio Aquitaine

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall utility room in Bordeaux with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Distinguished Laundry Room

User

Modern Laundry Room, Cobalt Grey, Fantastic Storage for Vacuum Cleaner and Brooms
Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian l-shaped laundry cupboard in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, laminate floors, an integrated washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Glengarry Reno

Samantha Milne Designs

The clients only had a small laundry space with no bench space. They wanted to add some much needed bench space and storage whilst keeping the plumbing in the same spot. We have added ample bench space and under bench storage, as well as a small linen/broom cupboard, overhead cabinets and a hanging rail for shirts. The clients didn't need a dryer, however there is the option to wall mount the dryer above the washer, instead of having the overhead cabinets.

St Cadoc Road

Hygge and Cwtch Design Studio

Inspiration for a mid-sized scandinavian galley utility room in Cardiff with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls, limestone floors, beige floor and panelled walls.

Laundry Reno

Kitchen Shack

White and timber laundry creating a warmth and richness - true scandi feel.
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian galley dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, terra-cotta floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Saratoga Whimsy House

Cathie Hong Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, pink walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Havant House

DIMA | Design In Mind Architects

A small European laundry is highly functional and conserves space which can be better utilised within living spaces
This is an example of a small scandinavian single-wall utility room in Geelong with an utility sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls and white benchtop.

My Houzz: Post Architecture // Albany House

Andrew Snow Photography

Photo: Andrew Snow © 2014 Houzz Design: Post Architecture
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian galley dedicated laundry room in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, porcelain floors, white floor and black benchtop.

Saint Andrews Rambler

Swanson Homes

The laundry offers ample amounts of storage with chic white oak shiplap cabinet doors and plenty of folding space on the Q-Quartz countertops.
Photo of a scandinavian laundry room in Minneapolis with light wood cabinets.

Complete Accessory Dwelling Unit Build

ING Construction

Complete Accessory Dwelling Unit Build Hallway with Stacking Laundry units
Photo of a small scandinavian galley laundry cupboard in Los Angeles with a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white benchtop, granite benchtops, beige walls, laminate floors and a drop-in sink.

All Cabinet Finishes Scandinavian Laundry Room Design Ideas

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