U-shaped Laundry Room Design Ideas with White Cabinets

A clean and efficiently planned laundry room on a second floor with 2 side by side washers and 2 side by side dryers. White built in cabinetry with walls covered in gray glass subway tiles. Peter Rymwid Photography

Milton Lake House

LuxeMark Company

Photos By Tad Davis
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Raleigh with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured walls, a stacked washer and dryer, grey benchtop, shaker cabinets and grey floor.

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.

Full Home Remodel

Phase II, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, zinc benchtops, white walls, concrete floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

V A N D E R B I L T

Evensen Design

Aaron Dougherty Photography
Photo of a large transitional u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, white walls and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Beverly Hills Kitchen, Nook, Mud Room, Laundry Room & Garage Addition

MainStreet Design Build

On April 22, 2013, MainStreet Design Build began a 6-month construction project that ended November 1, 2013 with a beautiful 655 square foot addition off the rear of this client's home. The addition included this gorgeous custom kitchen, a large mudroom with a locker for everyone in the house, a brand new laundry room and 3rd car garage. As part of the renovation, a 2nd floor closet was also converted into a full bathroom, attached to a child’s bedroom; the formal living room and dining room were opened up to one another with custom columns that coordinated with existing columns in the family room and kitchen; and the front entry stairwell received a complete re-design. KateBenjamin Photography

Blink of an eye to this efficient Laundry room

ABtelier Design

Compact, efficient and attractive laundry room
This is an example of a small u-shaped utility room in Montreal with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Rénovation partielle d'une maison parisienne

Emilie Melin architecte DPLG

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Paris with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, terra-cotta floors and red floor.

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.

Meadow Crossing Modern Farmhouse

42 North - Architecture + Design

This is an example of an u-shaped utility room in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Laundry Room Dog Washing Station

Kelle Dame Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Milwaukee with white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Weldon Cr. Home Renovation

Alair Homes Vancouver

This home features beautiful vaulted ceilings, an open concept layout with laminate flooring, and high-end finishes. The kitchen is custom with white shaker cabinetry and stone countertops with a pop of colour from the blue island.

Traditional Kitchen with Butler Pantry

Living Edge Kitchens

Live By the Sea Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in Sydney with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white benchtop, a drop-in sink and a stacked washer and dryer.

Coastal Modern

Lindye Galloway Interiors

Chad Mellon Photographer
Photo of a small beach style u-shaped dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white walls.

Monte Sereno Residence

Isaman design, Inc.

Nestled in the hills of Monte Sereno, this family home is a large Spanish Style residence. Designed around a central axis, views to the native oaks and landscape are highlighted by a large entry door and 20’ wide by 10’ tall glass doors facing the rear patio. Inside, custom decorative trusses connect the living and kitchen spaces. Modern amenities in the large kitchen like the double island add a contemporary touch to an otherwise traditional home. The home opens up to the back of the property where an extensive covered patio is ideal for entertaining, cooking, and living.

Custom Hillside Estate

Cullum Homes

This is an example of a transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with white cabinets, blue walls, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Buckingham Dr. - Pinnacle

O.A.K. Homes

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with blue walls, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets and ceramic floors.

Traditional Laundry Room

Photo of a traditional u-shaped laundry room in Portland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Laundry After

Twelve Stones Designs, LLC

Christopher Davison, AIA
Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Austin with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey walls.

Modern Laundry Room

Elite Kitchen Cabinetry

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Phoenix with a farmhouse sink, white cabinets, beige walls, brick floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and shaker cabinets.

U-shaped Laundry Room Design Ideas with White Cabinets

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.