This little laundry room uses hidden tricks to modernize and maximize limited space. The main wall features bumped out upper cabinets above the washing machine for increased storage and easy access. Next to the cabinets are open shelves that allow space for the air vent on the back wall. This fan was faux painted to match the cabinets - blending in so well you wouldn’t even know it’s there! Between the cabinetry and blue fantasy marble countertop sits a luxuriously tiled backsplash. This beautiful backsplash hides the door to necessary valves, its outline barely visible while allowing easy access. Making the room brighter are light, textured walls, under cabinet, and updated lighting. Though you can’t see it in the photos, one more trick was used: the door was changed to smaller french doors, so when open, they are not in the middle of the room. Door backs are covered in the same wallpaper as the rest of the room - making the doors look like part of the room, and increasing available space.

Crisp and Organized Laundry Room

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, shaker cabinets, grey floor and white benchtop.

North Shore Gem

Leah Bolger Design

Photo of a transitional laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Hollywood Residence 2

Dray Design Group

Mud room custom built in - dog station pantry laundry room off the kitchen
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional utility room in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, blue floor and white benchtop.

Green Hills Addition

The Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists

Design ideas for a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Nashville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, shiplap splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room

Performance Kitchens & Home

Creating more Storage for everything in this small space was the challenge! Tall linen cabinets and cleaning supplies, makes this space beautiful & functional.

Holmes Ave .Master bath, Laundry and Powder room

Plain & Posh

This master bath was dark and dated. Although a large space, the area felt small and obtrusive. By removing the columns and step up, widening the shower and creating a true toilet room I was able to give the homeowner a truly luxurious master retreat. (check out the before pictures at the end) The ceiling detail was the icing on the cake! It follows the angled wall of the shower and dressing table and makes the space seem so much larger than it is. The homeowners love their Nantucket roots and wanted this space to reflect that.

Laundry Bliss

Soda Pop Design Inc.

Stephani Buchman Photography
Design ideas for a transitional laundry room in Toronto with blue cabinets and white walls.

The Grove House

Kathryn Murphy Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Bricks and Stones NJ: Reinstating Fresh Elegance to a 100-Year Old Estate

Michael Robert Construction

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped utility room in New York with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, white walls, brick floors, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and panelled walls.

Laundry Room with statement tile and cabinets galore

J.P. Hoffman Design Build

The layout of this laundry room did not change, functionality did. Inspired by the unique square 9×9 tile seen on the floor, we designed the space to reflect this tile – a modern twist on old-European elegance. Paired with loads of cabinets, a laundry room sink and custom wood top, we created a fun and beautiful space to do laundry for a family of five! Note the the appliance hookups are hidden. To keep a seamless look, our carpentry team custom built the folding table shelf. There is a removable board at the back of the wood countertop that can be removed if the hookups need to be accessed.

Riverbend Remodel

Maven Home Interiors

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Boho Farmhouse

Alison Interiors

Photo of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Diego with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room

Arch Studio, Inc.

Light and Airy! Fresh and Modern Architecture by Arch Studio, Inc. 2021
This is an example of a large transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Room Luxury

leeannallman

This super laundry room has lots of built in storage, including three extra large drying drawers with air flow and a timer, a built in ironing board with outlet and a light, a hanging area for drip drying, pet food alcoves, a center island and extra tall slated cupboards for long-handled items like brooms and mops. The mosaic glass tile backsplash was matched around corners. The pendant adds a fun industrial touch. The floor tiles are hard-wearing porcelain that looks like stone. The countertops are a quartz that mimics marble.

Creswell Drive

Britany Hanthorn with MBS Interiors

This mudroom features KraftMaid Cabinetry's Lyndale door in Lagoon.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Bella Luxe Home Design & Interiors, LLC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Provo Charm

Hebdon Studios

Traditional meets modern in this charming two story tudor home. A spacious floor plan with an emphasis on natural light allows for incredible views from inside the home.

North Lincoln mudroom / laundry room

Plain & Posh

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Luxurious Basement

MAC Renovations LTD.

Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room Design Ideas with Blue Cabinets

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