Historical Laundry Room Remodel in Vickery Place

With the original, unfinished laundry room located in the enclosed porch with plywood subflooring and bare shiplap on the walls, our client was ready for a change. To create a functional size laundry/utility room, Blackline Renovations repurposed part of the enclosed porch and slightly expanded into the original kitchen footprint. With a small space to work with, form and function was paramount. Blackline Renovations’ creative solution involved carefully designing an efficient layout with accessible storage. The laundry room was thus designed with floor-to-ceiling cabinetry and a stacked washer/dryer to provide enough space for a folding station and drying area. The lower cabinet beneath the drying area was even customized to conceal and store a cat litter box. Every square inch was wisely utilized to maximize this small space.

Philadelphia Kitchen, Laundry and Hall Bath

Harth Builders

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Philadelphia with white cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, timber and brick walls.

SOJI Project: Empire

SOJI Interiors

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall laundry cupboard in Toronto with glass-front cabinets, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Modern Cabin in the Mountains

Wyrick Residential Design

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Houston with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

まかないハウス

ANALOG Inc.

This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Yokohama with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, timber and planked wall panelling.

Summerland Beach House

Triple A Interior Design

Inspiration for a small beach style single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a concealed washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and timber.

House in Higashi-Nakano

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Mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Tokyo with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop, timber and planked wall panelling.

Equestrian Elegance

Troico

Inspiration for a single-wall utility room in Vancouver with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, black floor, black benchtop and timber.

HangOut-HOUSE

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Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with open cabinets, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, timber and wallpaper.

Philadelphia Kitchen, Laundry and Hall Bath

Harth Builders

Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Philadelphia with white cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, timber and brick walls.

Single-wall Laundry Room Design Ideas with Timber

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.