Photo of a transitional single-wall laundry room in Sydney with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Santaluz

South Harlow Interiors

Beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Hopkins

Domaine Development

Garrett Buell
Inspiration for a country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Nashville with an undermount sink, brown cabinets, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, shaker cabinets and grey walls.

Midway Residence

The Cabinet Gallery

FX House Tours
Mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor, beige benchtop, an undermount sink and white walls.

Traditional Utility Room

lewisalderson.com

Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall utility room in Other with granite benchtops, grey walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black benchtop, beaded inset cabinets and grey cabinets.

Full House Renovation - Sunningdale

Rebecca Corley Interiors Ltd

Inspiration for a transitional single-wall laundry room in Berkshire with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls and grey benchtop.

Irwin Farmhouse

Irwin Construction, LLC

Darby Kate Photography
Inspiration for a large country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey walls.

Artisan Tour Home 2018

Grace Hill Design

Landmark Photography
This is an example of a beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, an undermount sink, white walls, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Hansler Heights Bayfield Model

Kenmore Homes

Beautiful Laundry Room/Mud Room off the garage entrance features shiplap walls and white cabinetry.
Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Toronto with white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, a drop-in sink and recessed-panel cabinets.

Cottage Laundry

Studio West

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Denver with a drop-in sink, stainless steel benchtops, travertine floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Shiplap Walls Single-wall 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.