Design ideas for a large country u-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Coastal Mediterranean Remodel

Lola Interiors

Photo: Jessie Preza Photography
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Jacksonville with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Rivers Edge Drive - Bogart

Studio Design Elements

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Bloomingdale Kitchen, Mudroom & Bath (2021)

Design First Builders

What stands out most in this space is the gray hexagon floor! With white accents tieing in the rest of the home; the floor creates an excitement all it's own. The adjacent hall works as a custom built boot bench mudroom w/ shiplap backing & a wood stained top.

Modern Living in Florida

Pineapple House Interior Design

The patterned floor continues into the laundry room where double sets of appliances and plenty of countertops and storage helps the family manage household demands.

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 Room / Mud Room

Aniko Nicholson Design

Nestled within the heart of a rustic farmhouse, the laundry room stands as a sanctuary of both practicality and rustic elegance. Stepping inside, one is immediately greeted by the warmth of the space, accentuated by the cozy interplay of elements. The built-in cabinetry, painted in a deep rich green, exudes a timeless charm while providing abundant storage solutions. Every nook and cranny has been carefully designed to offer a place for everything, ensuring clutter is kept at bay. A backdrop of shiplap wall treatment adds to the room's rustic allure, its horizontal lines drawing the eye and creating a sense of continuity. Against this backdrop, brass hardware gleams, casting a soft, golden glow that enhances the room's vintage appeal. Beneath one's feet lies a masterful display of craftsmanship: heated brick floors arranged in a herringbone pattern. As the warmth seeps into the room, it invites one to linger a little longer, transforming mundane tasks into moments of comfort and solace. Above a pin board, a vintage picture light casts a soft glow, illuminating cherished memories and inspirations. It's a subtle nod to the past, adding a touch of nostalgia to the room's ambiance. Floating shelves adorn the walls, offering a platform for displaying treasured keepsakes and decorative accents. Crafted from rustic oak, they echo the warmth of the cabinetry, further enhancing the room's cohesive design. In this laundry room, every element has been carefully curated to evoke a sense of rustic charm and understated luxury. It's a space where functionality meets beauty, where everyday chores become a joy, and where the timeless allure of farmhouse living is celebrated in every detail.

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.

Palmetto Bluff Contemporary

Center Point Cabinets

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Modern Farmhouse - Renton

ID by Gwen

Photo of a large country u-shaped utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Mud Room

Angela Reynolds Designs

Design ideas for an expansive tropical u-shaped utility room in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Orr Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Design ideas for a large beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, matchstick tile splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Contemporary New Custom Home in Los Altos

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Large contemporary u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, engineered quartz splashback, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, blue floor, blue benchtop and planked wall panelling.

391 Argonne Dr

Virtual Studio Innovations

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, shiplap splashback, beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, orange floor, black benchtop, timber and planked wall panelling.

Mud Room

Angela Reynolds Designs

Expansive transitional u-shaped utility room in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop, planked wall panelling and an undermount sink.

Modern Farmhouse Phase III - Interiors

Darci Reimund Designs

Large modern u-shaped dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white benchtop, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Raindrop Laundry

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Photo of a large eclectic u-shaped utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, blue floor, white benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Wybel Lane

Clearcut Construction, Inc.

Photo 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.

Bloomingdale Kitchen, Mudroom & Bath (2021)

Design First Builders

Modern Farmhouse - Renton

ID by Gwen

U-shaped Laundry Room Design Ideas with Planked Wall Panelling

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.