Taryn DeVincent
Design ideas for a small country laundry room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

The New Traditional

Blue Heron Signature Homes

The laundry room offers lots of storage, an amazingly convenient laundry sink, folding space and hanging space. Super cute under the stairs dog room! Such a great way to use the space and an awesome way to conceal dog bowls and toys. Designed and built by Terramor Homes in Raleigh, NC. Photography: M. Eric Honeycutt

Updated Traditional

Brock Design Group

Brock Design Group cleaned up the previously cluttered and outdated laundry room by designing custom height cabinetry for storage and functionality. The bright, fun wall color contrasts the clean white cabinetry.

LG Washer & Dryer

Baron's Major Brands

6 Motions, 1 Amazing Wash Performance. The wash performance of the machine is greatly improved, giving you perfect results every time.
This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boston with a farmhouse sink, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beaded inset cabinets.

Historical Laundry Room Remodel in Vickery Place

Blackline Renovations

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.

English Cottage

Kuklinski + Rappe Architects

Butler's Pantry between kitchen and dining room doubles as a Laundry room. Laundry machines are hidden behind doors. Leslie Schwartz Photography
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Traditional Laundry Room

Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall utility room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

West Highlands Kitchen

Red Chair Designs

This laundry room originally had one awkward cabinet that was difficult to use. We used the entire wall to create more storage and to give the appliances a built-in look.

Colony Project

Thermally Broken Steel USA

Despite not having a view of the mountains, the windows of this multi-use laundry/prep room serve an important function by allowing one to keep an eye on the exterior dog-run enclosure. Beneath the window (and near to the dog-washing station) sits a dedicated doggie door for easy, four-legged access. Custom windows, doors, and hardware designed and furnished by Thermally Broken Steel USA. Other sources: Western Hemlock wall and ceiling paneling: reSAWN TIMBER Co.

MODERN CONVIENCE IN A HISTORIC KITCHEN

BAKER POSEY DESIGN

This is an extermely efficient laundry room with built in dog crates. the stacked washer and dryer is on the left
Inspiration for a small country galley utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black benchtop and vaulted.

Modern Log Cabin

Haggard Home Cabinetry & Design

Small contemporary l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Starr Laundry room

Danmar Cabinet Company

This is an example of a small modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Contemporary Laundry Room with Soapstone Counter

emma delon

Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen Renovation

Alexis Solomon Design Studio

Kim Ranlett Photography
Design ideas for a small transitional utility room in Atlanta with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, ceramic floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

West Highlands Kitchen

Red Chair Designs

This laundry room originally had 1 awkward cabinet that was difficult to use. We used the entire wall to create more storage and to give the appliances a built-in look.

Contemporary Laundry Room with Soapstone Counter

emma delon

Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
Photo of a small contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange floor and black benchtop.

Luandry/Mudroom Renovation

Taryn DeVincent Interiors

Indianapolis Home of Distinction-16'

Whittney Parkinson Design

Jen Driscoll
Inspiration for a small modern galley dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

English Cottage

Kuklinski + Rappe Architects

Butler's Pantry between kitchen and dining room doubles as a Laundry room. Laundry machines are hidden behind doors. Leslie Schwartz Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Compact Contemporary Laundry Room

Geberit

This renovated farmhouse features a laundry room outfitted with white wood, light hardwood floors and a honed black granite countertop. James Netz Photography

Small Laundry Room Design Ideas with Soapstone Benchtops

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.