Mid-sized country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Memorial Transitional

Frankel Design Build

Expansive contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Houston with a drop-in sink, grey cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Rickmansworth Property Development

Chantel Elshout Studio

Contemporary laundry and utility room in Cashmere with Wenge effect worktops. Elevated Miele washing machine and tumble dryer with pull-out shelf below for easy changeover of loads.

My Work

All Custom Closets Corporation

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped laundry room in New York with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Contemporary Laundry Room

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Portland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

9960 Holliston

Advantes Group

Slop Sink
Large contemporary u-shaped utility room in St Louis with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls and porcelain floors.

Newport Waterfront

Blackband Design

Photo of an expansive beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Delray Beach Laundry Room

JL Closets

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, a drop-in sink, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Ranch Renovation - Laundry Room

Paxton Place Design

Laundry room's are one of the most utilized spaces in the home so it's paramount that the design is not only functional but characteristic of the client. To continue with the rustic farmhouse aesthetic, we wanted to give our client the ability to walk into their laundry room and be happy about being in it. Custom laminate cabinetry in a sage colored green pairs with the green and white landscape scene wallpaper on the ceiling. To add more texture, white square porcelain tiles are on the sink wall, while small bead board painted green to match the cabinetry is on the other walls. The large sink provides ample space to wash almost anything and the brick flooring is a perfect touch of utilitarian that the client desired.

Laundry rooms

Lisa Holt Design

Fun Laundry room with faux painting David Shapiro
This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Pine Valley - Lake Cabin

Visbeen Architects

Pine Valley is not your ordinary lake cabin. This craftsman-inspired design offers everything you love about summer vacation within the comfort of a beautiful year-round home. Metal roofing and custom wood trim accent the shake and stone exterior, while a cupola and flower boxes add quaintness to sophistication. The main level offers an open floor plan, with multiple porches and sitting areas overlooking the water. The master suite is located on the upper level, along with two additional guest rooms. A custom-designed craft room sits just a few steps down from the upstairs study. Billiards, a bar and kitchenette, a sitting room and game table combine to make the walkout lower level all about entertainment. In keeping with the rest of the home, this floor opens to lake views and outdoor living areas.

Laundry Room

R|House Design Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Kitchen & Bathroom Remodel with Dark Wood and Beige Granite

Weeks and Mitchell

Photo of a transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls and a stacked washer and dryer.

Classico+Milano in Designer White & Chrysler, New Construction in Miramar Beach

Marquis Fine Cabinetry

Project Number: M1185 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Classico Finishes: Designer White Profile: Mission Features: Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard), Turkish Linen Lined Drawers Premium Options: Floating Shelves, Clothing Bar

Montecito Home

CB Paint and Decor, Inc.

Montectio Spanish Estate Interior and Exterior. Offered by The Grubb Campbell Group, Village Properties.
Inspiration for a large mediterranean u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Santa Barbara with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Parade Home 2013

Valiant Design

2013 Award Winner
Photo of a traditional u-shaped laundry room in Seattle with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, a stacked washer and dryer and beige benchtop.

Kitchen Remodel w/ Laundry Room

DezinerTonie, LLC DDI, Interior Designer

Small traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Los Angeles with raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, tile benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, yellow walls, a drop-in sink, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor and red benchtop.

Simplistic Laundry

Cabinet Concepts by Design

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Laundry Room

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Luxury laundry room with tons of cabinets. Built in gift wrapping storage, desk and ironing board. MTI Baths Jentle Jet laundry sink. Whirlpool front load appliances. Iron-A-Way ironing center. Mont quartz Novello countertop. Daltile Origami White backsplash tile; American Orleans Danya floor tile.

Farmhouse Laundry

User

Hanger storage and small built in shelf for folding and catch-all space
Design ideas for a small country u-shaped utility room in Houston with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

U-shaped Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Drop-in 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.