Photo of a large tropical galley utility room in New Orleans with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, yellow walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Quist Residence

Khameleon Builders, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized tropical single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Siesta Key Dutch West Indies

Perrone Construction Custom Homes

Ricky Perrone Sarasota Luxury Waterfront Home Builder
Design ideas for a large tropical galley dedicated laundry room in Tampa with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey walls.

Signature Series Model

Christopher Burton Homes, Inc.

Our Fabulous Features Include: Beautiful Lake Front Home-site Private guest wing Open Great Room Design Gourmet Kitchen to die for Burton's Original All Glass Dining Room Infinity Edge Pool/Spa Outdoor Living with FP All Glass View-Wall at Master BR

Little Base

Junior Arce Diseño & Arquitectura

Junior Arce
Photo of a small tropical single-wall laundry cupboard in Other with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a concealed washer and dryer.

Fantastic Floridian

Welbilt Custom Homes, Inc.

Utility Room off of Kitchen with corner sink and windows.
Photo of a mid-sized tropical l-shaped laundry room in New Orleans with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Port Royal

Collins DuPont Design Group

Designer: Sherri DuPont Photographer: Lori Hamilton
Mid-sized tropical galley utility room in Miami with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Carlsbad, California, Modern

dRichards Interiors

This project combines high end earthy elements with elegant, modern furnishings. We wanted to re invent the beach house concept and create an home which is not your typical coastal retreat. By combining stronger colors and textures, we gave the spaces a bolder and more permanent feel. Yet, as you travel through each room, you can't help but feel invited and at home.

Port Royal

Collins DuPont Design Group

Designer: Sherri DuPont Photographer: Lori Hamilton
This is an example of a mid-sized tropical galley utility room in Miami with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Tropical Laundry Room Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned tropical 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.