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.

Modern English Country Style

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and wallpaper.

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株式会社ナガイ

Traditional utility room in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, white floor, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Meryl Davis's Los Angeles Home

Emily Pertzborn Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with white cabinets, shiplap splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, wallpaper and planked wall panelling.

Modern English Country Style

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Modern English Country Style

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Colorful Cape Cod Addition

12/12 Architects & Planners

Mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, yellow walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Modern English Country Style

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Island inspiration

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This 1990s brick home had decent square footage and a massive front yard, but no way to enjoy it. Each room needed an update, so the entire house was renovated and remodeled, and an addition was put on over the existing garage to create a symmetrical front. The old brown brick was painted a distressed white. The 500sf 2nd floor addition includes 2 new bedrooms for their teen children, and the 12'x30' front porch lanai with standing seam metal roof is a nod to the homeowners' love for the Islands. Each room is beautifully appointed with large windows, wood floors, white walls, white bead board ceilings, glass doors and knobs, and interior wood details reminiscent of Hawaiian plantation architecture. The kitchen was remodeled to increase width and flow, and a new laundry / mudroom was added in the back of the existing garage. The master bath was completely remodeled. Every room is filled with books, and shelves, many made by the homeowner. Project photography by Kmiecik Imagery.

Island inspiration

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French-country Formal

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Large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, beige walls, a drop-in sink, brown splashback, marble splashback, brown benchtop, wallpaper and wallpaper.

Island inspiration

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Double Island Kitchen & Sunroom

12/12 Architects & Planners

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop, wallpaper and wallpaper.

In-law Suite Addition

12/12 Architects & Planners

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

Accessible Ranch Remodel

12/12 Architects & Planners

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop, wallpaper and decorative wall panelling.

Traditional Laundry Room Design Ideas with Wallpaper

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.