Ample storage and function were an important feature for the homeowner. Beth worked in unison with the contractor to design a custom hanging, pull-out system. The functional shelf glides out when needed, and stores neatly away when not in use. The contractor also installed a hanging rod above the washer and dryer. You can never have too much hanging space! Beth purchased mesh laundry baskets on wheels to alleviate the musty smell of dirty laundry, and a broom closet for cleaning items. There is even a cozy little nook for the family dog.

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.

Boor/ Utility Room

Hitchcock Spiers Ltd.

Transitional utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, white benchtop and panelled walls.

Transitional Gem in Willow Glen

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

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.

Transitional Tudor

Charmean Neithart Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Myers Park Residence

Guthmann Construction

The built-ins hide the washer and dryer below and laundry supplies and hanging bar above. The upper cabinets have glass doors to showcase the owners’ blue and white pieces. A new pocket door separates the Laundry Room from the smaller, lower level bathroom. The opposite wall also has matching cabinets and marble top for additional storage and work space. Jon Courville Photography

Laundry-pantry area

Kon-strux Developments

This laundry room-pantry combo space makes so much sense. Designer: Nicole Muzechka (Calgary Photos)
Design ideas for a transitional single-wall utility room in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and quartzite benchtops.

Laundry Rooms

Webber Coleman Woodworks

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Blue Sage Street of Dreams

Platinum Builders LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Omaha with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Summer House

Lim Design Studio, Inc

Laundry Room
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boston with a drop-in sink, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops and white benchtop.

Takapuna Reflecting Nostalgia Full Interior

Du Bois Design Ltd

Laundry with concealed washer and dryer behind doors one could think this was a butlers pantry instead. Open shelving to give a lived in personal look.

Gorge

Jenny Martin Design

Joshua Lawrence
Photo of a large transitional dedicated laundry room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and grey floor.

Complete Home Renovation

Randal G. Winter Construction Inc.

Mel Carll
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Woodlake Bonita Bay

Seaglass Design & Custom Cabinetry

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Hidden Hills View

Danze & Davis Architects, Inc.

Madeline Harper Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and grey benchtop.

Luxurious Lake Home | Oconomowoc, WI

Kowalske Kitchen & Bath

Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped utility room in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Golf Course Contemporary

Peregrine Design Build

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Burlington with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Two Storey | Refined and Relaxed | Nutana, Saskatoon, SK

Maison Design+Build

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room Design Ideas with Quartzite Benchtops

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.