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.

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.

Ensuite Bathroom Reno

Lemmontree Design

Well, it's finally completed and the final photo shoot is done. ⠀ It's such an amazing feeling when our clients are ecstatic with the final outcome. What started out as an unfinished, rough-in only room has turned into an amazing "spa-throom" and boutique hotel ensuite bathroom.⠀ *⠀ We are over-the-moon proud to be able to give our clients a new space, for many generations to come. ⠀ *PS, the entire family will be at home for the weekend to enjoy it too...⠀

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.

Project Sunnyside Farms

Chelsea Design Company

Small country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in St Louis with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black benchtop and timber.

HUCK Retreat ビルトインガレージ #1

彩羽工藝舎

珊瑚塗装で仕上げたランドリースペース。共働きのご夫婦だから、家の中で洗濯物が干せます。調湿効果の高い塗装なので、洗濯物が早く乾きます。
This is an example of a small industrial laundry room in Other with white walls, plywood floors, an integrated washer and dryer, timber and planked wall panelling.

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.

Small 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.