This is an example of a large traditional single-wall utility room in Minneapolis with white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, solid surface benchtops, ceramic floors, grey floor, beige benchtop and grey walls.

Division St, Manson, WA

Travis Knoop Photography

Travis Knoop Photography
This is an example of a country single-wall laundry room in Seattle with an utility sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

2007 Parade of Homes Village

KGA Studio Architects, PC

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Denver with a drop-in sink, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, concrete benchtops, ceramic floors and black walls.

Privium Homes Canvas Series - Spring Mountain Qld

Design Rouge

#BestOfHouzz
Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

West Feliciana Home

Custom Home Designs

Melissa Oivanki for Custom Home Designs, LLC
Mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New Orleans with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, tile benchtops, green walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Californian Bungalow Makeover

Inside Out Colour and Design

A bright laundry has plenty of storage, good lighting, fridge and dishwasher and a guest toilet. The tub had to be big enough to bath a small dog.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Sonoran Desert

Janet Brooks Design

This laundry room serves multiple uses, including designated drawers and plenty of counters for crafts and wrapping projects, and a walk out to an outdoor potting area with a custom zinc top. Photography: Pam Singleton

Bee Hive Ln

Tracy Miller Designs

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Nordsø Eksklusiv

Lilje-huset A/S

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Odense with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls and concrete floors.

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.