Mike and Stacy moved to the country to be around the rolling landscape and feed the birds outside their Hampshire country home. After living in the home for over ten years, they knew exactly what they wanted to renovate their 1980’s two story once their children moved out. It all started with the desire to open up the floor plan, eliminating constricting walls around the dining room and the eating area that they didn’t plan to use once they had access to what used to be a formal dining room. They wanted to enhance the already warm country feel their home already had, with some warm hickory cabinets and casual granite counter tops. When removing the pantry and closet between the kitchen and the laundry room, the new design now just flows from the kitchen directly into the smartly appointed laundry area and adjacent powder room. The new eat in kitchen bar is frequented by guests and grand-children, and the original dining table area can be accessed on a daily basis in the new open space. One instant sensation experienced by anyone entering the front door is the bright light that now transpires from the front of the house clear through the back; making the entire first floor feel free flowing and inviting. Photo Credits- Joe Nowak

Tampa

Busby Cabinets

Photo of a traditional laundry room in Miami.

29 Amber Ridge Court, Berry Mills, NB

User

Photo of a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and beige floor.

Dream House in Dakota Dunes

1J Homes

Photo of a traditional laundry room in Other.

Mud Room / Laundry Room

Deffenbaugh Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Victoria BC Residence

Elements Interior Design Studio

Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in Denver.

Arts and Crafts, Cordillera Ranch

NR Interiors

Photo of a traditional laundry room in Austin.

1024 Northshore Road

Stoneridge Custom Development

Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in Portland.

Arts & Crafts Revival

Mosby Building Arts

A 1929 home gets a room addition and a reconfigured first-floor plan to include a larger kitchen, breakfast room, home office, laundry and a master bathroom. The Arts & Crafts details in the rest of the home are faithfully recreated for the remodeled parts. Photo by Mosby Building Arts.

Laundry Room

K Architectural Design, LLC

Laundry room with folding table
This is an example of a traditional laundry room in Milwaukee.

7 Lawrence Road, Weston, MA 02493

Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.

A seamless blend of old and new, this captivating residence has been thoughtfully renovated with a level of style, craftsmanship and sophistication that's rarely seen in the suburbs. Begin your appreciation with the gourmet kitchen featuring a beamed cathedral ceiling and accented with Vermont barn wood. A fireplace adds warmth and rare chestnut floors gleam throughout. The dreamy butler's pantry includes a wine refrigerator, Miele coffee station and plentiful storage. The piece de resistance is a Cornue range with a custom handmade hood. Warmth abounds in the stunning library with reclaimed wood panels from the Gamble mansion in Boston. The master suite is a luxurious world unto its own. The lower level includes a theatre, bar, first-class wine cellar, gym and full bath. Exquisite grounds feature beautiful stone walls, an outdoor kitchen and jacuzzi spa with pillars/balustrades from the Museum of Fine Arts. Located in a stellar south-side location amongst beautiful estate homes.

Kitchen and Bath Remodels

DiMarco and Associates, LLC

Custom cabinetry to house washer and dryer, which was re-located from adjacent Powder Room.
Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in DC Metro.

Hollywood Mud/Laundry Room

Eagle Designs and Woodworking, Inc.

Great mud entry / laundry room with benchseat for putting shoes on and off, hooks to hang jackets and coats, bins for shoes, boots, and sports balls, countertop niches for kids school work and backpacks, hanging rods for clean laundry, pullout recycle bins for paper, glass, plastic, and cardboard, movable hamper bins for dirty laundry, tall corner storage space for baseball bats and soccer bags, under cabinet lighting, etc...

Were you raised in a Barn?

Joel Gross Architectural & Residential Photography

Tack Room Photography - Joel Gross; Grazado Velleco Architects; Sheldon W. Frisch Development., Inc. - design & build.
Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in Boston.

Accessible Crystal Bathroom

Huge Improvements

This is an example of a traditional laundry room in Minneapolis.

Old Meets New

Centrix Building Group

Inspiration for a traditional laundry room in Toronto.

Laundry Room - Susan McGee

Counter Dimensions

Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in Birmingham.

Sycamore

Today's Kitchens

Inspiration for a traditional laundry room in New York.

Westgate Hardwoods Millwork

Westgate Hardwoods + Old Durham Floors

Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, travertine floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry and Craft Toom

Daniela Cabral

Large Laundry remodel, including craft area and locker. Photo: Warwick Photography
Design ideas for a traditional laundry room in St Louis.

Traditional Laundry Room Design Ideas

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned traditional 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.