This oversized laundry room has a huge window to make this space bright and airy. Three walls of cabinets and folding counters makes laundry day a breeze. Upper cabinets provides easy additional storage. Photo by Spacecrafting

Pound Ridge, Laundry Room

Tarallo Kitchen and Bath, Inc.

Photo of a traditional laundry room in New York with a stacked washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

In-law Suite Addition

12/12 Architects & Planners

This is an example of a small traditional galley utility room in Chicago with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, timber splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, brown floor, wallpaper, wallpaper, a stacked washer and dryer, a single-bowl sink, quartz benchtops and grey benchtop.

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.

Updated Multi Use Space

Luria Design & Style, LLC.

Contractor George W. Combs of George W. Combs, Inc. enlarged this colonial style home by adding an extension including a two car garage, a second story Master Suite, a sunroom, extended dining area, a mudroom, side entry hall, a third story staircase and a basement playroom. Interior Design by Amy Luria of Luria Design & Style

Lakeside Living

REFINED LLC

Photo of a traditional laundry room in Minneapolis with white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

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.

Sherman Oaks

Eve Mode Design

Sherman Oaks 1950s Style Galley Kitchen Updated for Couple Aging In Place The newly married couple in this Sherman Oaks residence knew they would age together in this house. It was a second marriage for each and they wanted their remodeled kitchen to reflect their shared aesthetic and functional needs. Here they could together enjoy cooking and entertaining for their many friends and family. The traditional-style kitchen was expanded by blending the kitchen, dining area and laundry, maximizing space and creating an open, airy environment. Custom white cabinets, dark granite counters, new lighting and a large sky light contribute to the feeling of a much larger, brighter space. The separate laundry room was eliminated and the washer/dryer are now hidden by pocket doors in the cabinetry. The adjacent bathroom was updated with white beveled tile, rich wall colors and a custom vanity to complement the new kitchen. The comfortable breakfast nook adds its own personality with a brightly cushioned custom banquette and antique table that the owner was determined to keep! Photos: Christian Romero

Traditional Laundry Room

Design ideas for a small traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Blues

PKsurroundings

Fun yet functional laundry! photos by Rob Karosis
Design ideas for a small traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow walls, brick floors, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor and grey benchtop.

Cooperstown Farmhouse

The Working Kitchen, Ltd.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, grey benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

Laundry

Mario's Cabinets Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Tampa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Colorful Master Suite & Laundry Room

Ann McCulloch Shop & Studio

Laundry room. Bright wallpaper, matching painted furniture style cabinetry and copper farm sink. Floor is marmoleum squares. Photo by: David Hiser
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional laundry room in Portland with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, orange cabinets, quartz benchtops, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured walls and grey benchtop.

Gorgeous Traditional Remodel in Almaden

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Photo of a large traditional galley utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and panelled walls.

Classically Coastal Custom Home

Marty Rhein, CKD, CBD - BAC Design Group

Design ideas for a large traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Homecrest Cabinetry: Entry and Laundry Room Cabinets

MasterBrand Cabinets

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional dedicated laundry room in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Giles Residence

Marble and Granite Connection Inc

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley laundry cupboard in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Lakehouse at Kingsgate

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

This is an example of a small traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Stonelake

Hensley Custom Building Group

Inspiration for a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Alamo Kitchen & Bath Renovation - StarMark Cabinetry

Distinctive Cabinetry

This transitional laundry room design features white cabinets by Starmark Cabinetry, subway tile and wood floors.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, beige walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Traditional 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 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.