Contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey splashback, concrete floors, grey floor, grey benchtop and brick walls.

Rosebud beach side home

Jasmine McClelland Design

Gorgeous spacious bright and fun orange laundry with black penny tiles.
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, solid surface benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white walls and grey benchtop.

Rouse St, Port Melbourne

M.J.Harris Group

The industrial feel carries from the bathroom into the laundry, with the same tiles used throughout creating a sleek finish to a commonly mundane space. With room for both the washing machine and dryer under the bench, there is plenty of space for sorting laundry. Unique to our client’s lifestyle, a second fridge also lives in the laundry for all their entertaining needs.

Modern Farmhouse

Noelle Interiors

Jason Cook
Photo of a beach style single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Classic home

Wyer + Craw

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

DSSecretClient

Amy Storm & Company

Picture Perfect House
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, grey benchtop, an undermount sink, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer and beige floor.

Lexington Bungalow

Small Batch Kitchens

Large transitional single-wall laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, slate floors, a concealed washer and dryer, grey benchtop and grey walls.

Nantucket Model Home built by Infinity Custom Homes in Wexford, PA

Infinity Custom Homes, LP

Inspiration for a traditional single-wall utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Nudging Near Net Zero

Meadowlark Design+Build

A laundry room is housed behind these sliding barn doors in the upstairs hallway in this near-net-zero custom built home built by Meadowlark Design + Build in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Architect: Architectural Resource, Photography: Joshua Caldwell

Hope Mountian

Syndicate Architects

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Sacramento with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Elegant Master Bath Renovation - Ardmore, PA

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

The client's en-suite laundry room also recieved a renovation. Custom cabinetry was completed by Glenbrook Cabinetry, while the renovation and other finish choices were completed by Gardner/Fox

Kitchen K

BACK Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Louisville with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Hudson Cabin

McDonald Remodeling

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

Bayou Road - Full House Remodel 2019

JC Remodeling & Restoration, LLC

Large transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Gretchen Utility Room

Mark Stewart Home Design

This photo shows the deluxe upstairs utility room. The floor plan shows the counter space extending along the right wall and includes a sink, however it can also be built as shown here to maximize floor space. Ample cabinets above and to the right of the appliances ensure you will never run out of space for detergent, linens, cleaning supplies, or anything else you might need.

Transitional Home Build in North Boise

Solitude Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boise with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Trout Lake 7

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and brown walls.

Collingwood Warehouse Apartment

Jasmine McClelland Design

Contemporary warehouse apartment in Collingwood. Photography by Shania Shegedyn
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Kamas, Utah Home Remodel Project

Shearer Designs

Meaghan Larsen Photographer Lisa Shearer Designer
Inspiration for a small country single-wall dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Casey residence

Studio Black Interiors

A modern white laundry with sleek concrete Caesarstone bench tops, concrete look tiles and black fixtures. Recycled timber shelves. Opaque glass laundry door. Built by Robert Paragalli, R.E.P Building. Joinery by Impact Joinery. Photography by Hcreations.

Single-wall Laundry Room Design Ideas with Grey Benchtop

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.