Photo of a traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Boston with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, green floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Classic Main Line Home

down2earth Interior Design, LLC.

Few people love the chore of doing laundry but having a pretty room to do it in certainly helps. A face-lift was all this space needed — newly painted taupe cabinets, an antiqued mirror light fixture and shimmery wallpaper brighten the room and bounce around the light.

Hudson WI Project

Kariel Staging & Decor

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

SF Showcase 2017

Dina Bandman Interiors

Christopher Stark
Traditional utility room in San Francisco with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured floor.

Grovepoint

Holmes + Salter Interiors

Abby Caroline Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls and travertine floors.

Fort Worth Georgian

Heather Scott Home & Design

Forth Worth Georgian Laundry Room
Photo of a traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Loads of Fun!

Just Basements

This laundry room is the thing dreams are made of. When finishing a basement, often much of the original storage space gets used up in finished areas. We remedied this with plenty of built-in storage for everything from wrapping paper to cleaning supplies. The cabinets include a dirty laundry drawer and pantry to accommodate a clothes steamer.

Hamptons Historic Residence

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Interior Design: Vivid Interior Builder: Hendel Homes Photography: LandMark Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped laundry room in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown 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.

Manor Estate

M-Squared Contracting Inc.

This estate is a transitional home that blends traditional architectural elements with clean-lined furniture and modern finishes. The fine balance of curved and straight lines results in an uncomplicated design that is both comfortable and relaxing while still sophisticated and refined. The red-brick exterior façade showcases windows that assure plenty of light. Once inside, the foyer features a hexagonal wood pattern with marble inlays and brass borders which opens into a bright and spacious interior with sumptuous living spaces. The neutral silvery grey base colour palette is wonderfully punctuated by variations of bold blue, from powder to robin’s egg, marine and royal. The anything but understated kitchen makes a whimsical impression, featuring marble counters and backsplashes, cherry blossom mosaic tiling, powder blue custom cabinetry and metallic finishes of silver, brass, copper and rose gold. The opulent first-floor powder room with gold-tiled mosaic mural is a visual feast.

Laundry Room

Denise Maloney Interior Design

Cesar Rubio Photography
This is an example of a traditional l-shaped utility room in San Francisco with white cabinets, granite benchtops, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured walls, black benchtop and recessed-panel cabinets.

Antique Colonial

David Sharff Architect, P.C.

Michael J. Lee Photography
This is an example of a traditional dedicated laundry room in Boston with a side-by-side washer and dryer, a drop-in sink, open cabinets, multi-coloured walls and medium hardwood floors.

Happy Palisades Traditional

Alison Kandler Interior Design

Mark Lohman
Mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and multi-coloured walls.

Potomac

Annie Elliott Design

Traditional laundry room in DC Metro with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a stacked washer and dryer, red floor and white benchtop.

Wayzata - Traditional Total Home Remodel

Michels Homes

Remodeler: Michels Homes Interior Design: Jami Ludens, Studio M Interiors Cabinetry Design: Megan Dent, Studio M Kitchen and Bath Photography: Scott Amundson Photography

Traditional Laundry Room

Design ideas for a traditional l-shaped laundry room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, yellow cabinets and multi-coloured walls.

Libraries, Living Rooms, Entertainment Centers, and Offices

Beckony Kitchens & Baths

You'll look forward to doing laundry with this traditional laundry room, featuring white beadboard cabinets, a rustic farmhouse sink, and plenty of countertop space for folding. (Photography by Phillip Nilsson)

Black Oaks Lane

Albers Design LLC

Laundry room with custom cabinetry and vintage farmhouse laundry sink. Tile floor in six patterns to represent a patchwork quilt.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Crosswater

Interior Concepts Design House

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured walls and louvered cabinets.

Avondale Residence

Carlton Construction

Jessie Preza
Design ideas for a traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Jacksonville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, granite benchtops, a farmhouse sink, brick floors and white benchtop.

Traditional Laundry Room Design Ideas with Multi-coloured Walls

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.