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

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.

Gray Laundry Room w/ White Shiplap Wall & Kitty Pass Hidden Litterbox in Cabinet

Cabinet-S-Top

In this laundry room, Medallion Silverline cabinetry in Lancaster door painted in Macchiato was installed. A Kitty Pass door was installed on the base cabinet to hide the family cat’s litterbox. A rod was installed for hanging clothes. The countertop is Eternia Finley quartz in the satin finish.

Durango

Jessica Koltun Home

Classic, timeless and ideally positioned on a sprawling corner lot set high above the street, discover this designer dream home by Jessica Koltun. The blend of traditional architecture and contemporary finishes evokes feelings of warmth while understated elegance remains constant throughout this Midway Hollow masterpiece unlike no other. This extraordinary home is at the pinnacle of prestige and lifestyle with a convenient address to all that Dallas has to offer.

Laundry Room

Grayscale Homes Designs

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop, wood and planked wall panelling.

Laundry Room Refresh

Brakefield Design Collective

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in New York with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Transitional Cottage

Tanner Homes

Design ideas for a large transitional galley utility room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

The Grove House

Kathryn Murphy Interiors

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.

Laundry and Mudrooms

Tobias Design LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Grade II listed Islington Georgian Townhouse

Emilie Fournet Interiors

Utility connecting to the kitchen with plum walls and ceiling, wooden worktop, belfast sink and copper accents. Mustard yellow gingham curtains hide the utilities.

Custom Laundry Room

Inspired Designs

Beautifully styled laundry room featuring a shiplap wall, whimsical tile and a sliding barn door (not shown).
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, porcelain floors and multi-coloured floor.

Wybel Lane

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Raleigh with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Gray Laundry Room w/ White Shiplap Wall & Kitty Pass Hidden Litterbox in Cabinet

Cabinet-S-Top

Cold Spring Harbor

Chango

Advisement + Design - Construction advisement, custom millwork & custom furniture design, interior design & art curation by Chango & Co.
Photo of an expansive transitional l-shaped utility room in New York with an integrated sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, white benchtop, timber and planked wall panelling.

Serene Sanctuary

Renew Properties

This is an example of a transitional laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, turquoise cabinets, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, an integrated washer and dryer, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

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.

Upper Arlington Addition & Interior Renovation 20013

J.S. Brown & Co.

A new laundry nook was created adjacent to the powder room addition. A doorway opening was made to allow for a new closet to be built in above the existing basement stairs. Shiplap wainscot surrounds the space.

Laundry Room Refresh

Brakefield Design Collective

Green Hills Addition

The Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists

Photo of 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.

12935 Butterfly

Geis Development

This is an example of a transitional laundry room in Houston with a single-bowl sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shiplap 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.