Pull out storage for cleaning chemicals keeps them out of reach of little hands, and laundry basket storage for each family member provides ease of use and improves organization.

Tuscan Grace

Morningside Architects LLP

Morningside Architects, LLP Structural Engineers: Structural Consulting Co., Inc. Interior Designer: Lisa McCollam Designs LLC. Contractor: Gilbert Godbold Photo: HAR

Willard

The Conscious Builder Inc.

This bathroom was a must for the homeowners of this 100 year old home. Having only 1 bathroom in the entire home and a growing family, things were getting a little tight. This bathroom was part of a basement renovation which ended up giving the homeowners 14” worth of extra headroom. The concrete slab is sitting on 2” of XPS. This keeps the heat from the heated floor in the bathroom instead of heating the ground and it’s covered with hand painted cement tiles. Sleek wall tiles keep everything clean looking and the niche gives you the storage you need in the shower. Custom cabinetry was fabricated and the cabinet in the wall beside the tub has a removal back in order to access the sewage pump under the stairs if ever needed. The main trunk for the high efficiency furnace also had to run over the bathtub which lead to more creative thinking. A custom box was created inside the duct work in order to allow room for an LED potlight. The seat to the toilet has a built in child seat for all the little ones who use this bathroom, the baseboard is a custom 3 piece baseboard to match the existing and the door knob was sourced to keep the classic transitional look as well. Needless to say, creativity and finesse was a must to bring this bathroom to reality. Although this bathroom did not come easy, it was worth every minute and a complete success in the eyes of our team and the homeowners. An outstanding team effort. Leon T. Switzer/Front Page Media Group

Laundry Room – Cedarcrest Model – 2014 Spring Parade of Homes

Gonyea Custom Homes

Side by side washer and dryer fit perfectly under the custom wood counter. White built-in cabinets match the kitchen. Photography by Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry Room Remodel

Laura P

We had a small space to work with, so we added a stacked washer/dryer and installed a cabinet and shelving. Rod for hanging clothes is not pictures.
Small transitional dedicated laundry room in Denver with wood benchtops, ceramic floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Party of Five

Hi-Luxe Interiors

Design ideas for a small transitional utility room in Denver with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, red floor and brown benchtop.

Elio Way

G.L. Green & Associates, Inc.

Photo of a small transitional single-wall laundry cupboard in Chicago with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Printer Storage Behind Cabinet Doors with Rollouts Above

Denise Quade Design

The family printer was hidden behind cabinet doors and placed on a rollout so the scanner/copier function could still be utilized. Two rollouts were placed above and keep extra paper and print cartridges nice and organized.

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.

Lake Champlain Home

Folkway Design & Wares Co.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, blue floor and brown benchtop.

Lenzie Extension

Breagh Architects

Large transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Glasgow with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Family Laundry

Rebecca Hay Designs

Stephani Buchman Photography
Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped utility room in Toronto with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Extension & Remodel, Passage

Sigma Homes

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Mudroom Remodel

Color Zen

Transitional galley utility room in Milwaukee with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black floor.

A Step Above Clean

Jones Design Group LLC

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and beige benchtop.

Mud Room Makeover

Rooms by Roxanne

We maximized room space with custom cabinets and shelving
Inspiration for a small transitional u-shaped utility room in Houston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, brown benchtop and marble floors.

Mudroom/Laundry Room

Closet Factory Chicago

Multi-Functional and beautiful Laundry/Mudroom. Kids storage is contained on hooks and baskets in the cubbies under the bench. Gloves/Hats and miscellaneous seasonal storage available above the locker spaces.

Bradbury Street Craftsman Remodel

GMG Architects

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall utility room in Indianapolis with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

The Davis Home - Laundry Room

Marker Girl Home

Added small mud room space in Laundry Room. Modern wallcovering Graham and Brown. Porcelain Tile Floors Fabrique from Daltile. Dash and Albert rug, Custom shelving with hooks. Baldwin Door handles. Cabinet custom white paint to match previous trim.

Transitional Laundry Room Design Ideas with Wood 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.