Neal's Design Remodel
Design ideas for a transitional single-wall utility room in Cincinnati with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, linoleum floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

Cornelius NC Kitchen & Laudry

Omnia Construction

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped utility room in Charlotte with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey benchtop and medium hardwood floors.

Ravenswood Penthouse

Clare Sells Homes, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Chicago with an utility sink, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Cranston Residence

Lush Interiors Inc.

Laundry room with vintage prints.
This is an example of a transitional single-wall laundry room in Calgary with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Remodeled Rooms

Clayton Douglas Homes, LTD

Conceal the washer and dryer to give a great functional look.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors, a concealed washer and dryer and brown walls.

Chestnut Hill Kitchen and Laundry Room Remodel

James McCoy Carpentry LLC

Photo by Caity MacLeod
This is an example of a small transitional galley utility room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown walls, light hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Westchester, NY Renovation

JV Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, shaker cabinets, white cabinets and quartz benchtops.

Walk-In Nirvana

Signature Kitchen & Bath Remodeling

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped utility room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Arcadia Luxury Smart Home

Wipliance

This laundry room comes with its' own entertainment center.
Photo of an expansive transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Deerfield

Modul Marble – Anaheim

Transitional u-shaped utility room in Orange County with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, brown walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white floor.

Deerfield

AG&M Nashville (Architectural Granite & Marble)

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Nashville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

15 Nottingham Rd

Element Construction Partners

JS Gibson
This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped laundry room in Charleston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, brown walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

Laundry After

Twelve Stones Designs, LLC

Christopher Davison, AIA
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Austin with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown walls.

Wolf Cove Residence

ID.ology Interiors & Design

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, brown walls and porcelain floors.

Chester Springs Kitchen & Laundry Remodel

K T Highland, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Philadelphia with white cabinets, granite benchtops, brown walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets and a drop-in sink.

Danville Great Room/Laudry

High Low Interiors

Photo of a small transitional galley utility room in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Salishan Beach House Remodel

C&R Remodeling

This room is part of a whole house remodel on the Oregon Coast. The entire house was reconstructed, remodeled, and decorated in a neutral palette with coastal theme.

Armstrong - Engineered Stone

Baker Bros Area Rugs & Flooring

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall utility room in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer and brown walls.

Armstrong-Engineered Stone

BK Floors To Go

Large transitional single-wall utility room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and brown walls.

Fairway full house remodel

Tyler Allen Designs

E.S. Photography
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Kansas City with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown walls, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room Design Ideas with Brown Walls

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.