The large multi-purpose laundry and mud room is as stylish as it is functional with white quartz countertops, a polished brown ceramic tile backsplash and matte gray porcelain tile floor. Custom shaker cabinets boasts floor to ceiling storage with a cozy built in-window seat painted in Benjamin Moore’s Cloud Sky. Additional features include a side-by-side washer and dryer, full-size laundry sink with black under mount sink and matte black pull out spray faucet.

Pool House Addition

Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC

We added a pool house to provide a shady space adjacent to the pool and stone terrace. For cool nights there is a 5ft wide wood burning fireplace and flush mounted infrared heaters. For warm days, there's an outdoor kitchen with refrigerated beverage drawers and an ice maker. The trim and brick details compliment the original Georgian architecture. We chose the classic cast stone fireplace surround to also complement the traditional architecture. We also added a mud rm with laundry and pool bath behind the new pool house. Photos by Chris Marshall

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

The laundry machines are paired with an under mount utility sink with air dry rods above. Extra deep cabinet storage above the washer/dryer provide easy access to laundry detergents, etc. Under cabinet lighting keeps this land locked laundry room feeling light and bright. The washing machine has a moisture sensor installed underneath it. A Kitchen That Works LLC

Contemporary Masculine Remodel

Folding Chair Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Baltimore with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lake Cabin Home Addition

Tracy Tesmer Design/Remodeling

Lake Cabin Home Addition - Laundry Room
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, granite splashback, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and brown benchtop.

From dark & dingy to beautiful

Lyn's Design Style

Before: brown and boring laundry room, After: Complete built in cabinets to conceal the washer and dryer and add a ton of storage.
Inspiration for a small transitional galley utility room in Boise with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, beige walls, linoleum floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Flawlessly Functional - Laundry Room

House of L

Mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Admiralty Quays - Brisbane City

Dani Louis Design

This is an example of a small transitional dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, mirror splashback, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Reforma de vivienda en tonos claros y grises

Sube Interiorismo

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Bilbao with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Flawlessly Functional - Laundry Room

House of L

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Reforma de vivienda en tonos claros y grises

Sube Interiorismo

Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Bilbao with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown benchtop and wallpaper.

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

The galley layout of this laundry room makes doing laundry easy and efficient. With plenty of counter folding space and drying racks on both sides of the room, the whole laundry process flows smoothly. Under cabinet lighting keeps this land locked laundry room feeling light and bright. The barn door is easy to move when one's arms are full of laundry.

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

The laundry machines are paired with an under mount utility sink with air dry rods above. Extra deep cabinet storage above the washer/dryer provide easy access to laundry detergents, etc. Under cabinet lighting keeps this land locked laundry room feeling light and bright. Notice the dark void in the back left corner of the washing machine. This is an access hole for turning off the water supply before removing the machine for service. A Kitchen That Works LLC

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

Opposite from the laundry machines and sink is a spacious counter for folding laundry, conveniently stored laundry hampers, a waste basket, an easy access shelf for laundry machine manuals and oodles of convenient storage in the linen cabinet. Under cabinet lighting keeps this land locked laundry room feeling light and bright. A Kitchen That Works LLC

Taking the Drudgery out of Laundry

McCabe By Design LLC

Flawlessly Functional - Laundry Room

House of L

Flawlessly Functional - Laundry Room

House of L

Flawlessly Functional - Laundry Room

House of L

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional dedicated laundry room in Cleveland with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, subway tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Lake Cabin Home Addition

Tracy Tesmer Design/Remodeling

Lake Cabin Home Addition - Laundry Room
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, granite splashback, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and brown benchtop.

Flawlessly Functional - Laundry Room

House of L

Transitional Laundry Room Design Ideas with Brown Splashback

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.