Our inspiration for this home was an updated and refined approach to Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Prairie-style”; one that responds well to the harsh Central Texas heat. By DESIGN we achieved soft balanced and glare-free daylighting, comfortable temperatures via passive solar control measures, energy efficiency without reliance on maintenance-intensive Green “gizmos” and lower exterior maintenance. The client’s desire for a healthy, comfortable and fun home to raise a young family and to accommodate extended visitor stays, while being environmentally responsible through “high performance” building attributes, was met. Harmonious response to the site’s micro-climate, excellent Indoor Air Quality, enhanced natural ventilation strategies, and an elegant bug-free semi-outdoor “living room” that connects one to the outdoors are a few examples of the architect’s approach to Green by Design that results in a home that exceeds the expectations of its owners. Photo by Mark Adams Media

Laundry

GDP Interior Design

The brief was for multipurpose space that is the Laundry come craft room. The double barn door in Dulux Deep Aqua opens into the room, with polished concrete floors, white cabinetry and sliding exterior door. Fold out table integrated into the joinery can be used to fold clothes or double as a craft desk, then tuck away neatly. Dulux White duck half to walls in Laundry and hallway

Drayton

Visbeen Architects

This is an example of a large country l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Jonestown Lake View House

mfm design group

Mid-sized transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Austin with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Diamond Reflection Kitchen, Bar, Bathrooms and Utility room.

ELizabeth Bollenbach at Lowes Maple and Ridge

Utility room light.
Design ideas for a small modern laundry room in Wichita with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and quartz benchtops.

Fox Bend

Nikole Starr Interiors

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Houston with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Laundry (2)

Danken Corp.

This is an example of a large traditional single-wall utility room in Philadelphia with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, vinyl floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Laurel Cove

Cabinet Concepts, Greensboro

Lee Williams
This is an example of a large transitional galley dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Contemporary Custom Home in Alberta

Bengel Custom Homes

Scott Bruck
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall dedicated laundry room in Edmonton with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, a single-bowl sink, grey walls and ceramic floors.

Nedlands Home

Western Cabinets

Large contemporary galley dedicated laundry room in Perth with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, white walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bathroom Renovations

Home Depot Dartmouth Crossing Kitchen Design Team

Customer wanted a space to fold her clothes in her laundry room. She also has a shower and or dog wash station in the back with a very interesting vanity with a vessel sink.

Laundry Room Addition

Winston Brown Remodeling

Large traditional u-shaped utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue walls, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

SW Modern - Laundry Room

RAW Design & Consulting /RAW Architecture + Design

Large modern single-wall utility room in Miami with a stacked washer and dryer, white walls, grey floor, white benchtop, a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, window splashback, ceramic floors, recessed and wallpaper.

Rénovation buanderie

RESOLUMENT DECO Nathalie Bosc

Photo of a large industrial utility room in Lyon with a single-bowl sink, tile benchtops, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Westbrook - Weatherboard on Stumps

Fallon Homes

Photo of a modern single-wall dedicated laundry room in Other with a single-bowl sink, blue cabinets, laminate benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Laundry Room Addition

Winston Brown Remodeling

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Other with a single-bowl sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, blue walls, dark hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Turquoise Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Single-bowl Sink

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