U-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, grey walls, brick floors, an integrated washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Wine Country Contemporary Ranch Laundry

Michelle Grady CKD- Northbay Kitchen and Bath

A Laundry with a view and an organized tall storage cabinet for cleaning supplies and equipment
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, engineered quartz splashback, beige walls, laminate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Circular Design

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry

Cameron door style in Alder with custom finish. Glasgow door style with White Gloss. Rachael Venema Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized modern u-shaped utility room in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Modern Family Remodel The Woodlands

Marker Girl Home

This remodel was for a family moving from Dallas to The Woodlands/Spring Area. They wanted to find a home in the area that they could remodel to their more modern style. Design kid-friendly for two young children and two dogs. You don't have to sacrifice good design for family-friendly

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.

Lilac Lane Transitional

Karyn Dismore Interiors

This is an example of an expansive transitional u-shaped utility room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Mud Bench - The Brahmin - 2 Story Transitional

Cascade West Development

The Brahmin - in Ridgefield Washington by Cascade West Development Inc. Every area of this home is designed to be spacious and accommodating. Its supersized nook area, the extra-large Pantry area to handle all the trips from Costco, down to the oversized Mud Room with benches, cubbies and large closet, to the spacious Guest Room with a private bath all of which are on the Main floor, but wait there is more! Head through the corner of the kitchen and you’ll find the “12th man Room” an incredibly cozy sized room, that features a 2nd Fireplace, Vaulted Ceilings, a Wet Bar with an under cabinet refrigerator, a sink, microwave for the popcorn and last but not least the Big Screen for Game Day! Be the Fan! Sit down, immerse yourself into the couch and turn it up! Commercial or Halftime?, …..just head outside and enjoy a breath of fresh air in the oversized back yard and throw some ball to remember the old days or drift into your favorite athlete’s stance and get geared up for the second half! Cascade West Facebook: https://goo.gl/MCD2U1 Cascade West Website: https://goo.gl/XHm7Un These photos, like many of ours, were taken by the good people of ExposioHDR - Portland, Or Exposio Facebook: https://goo.gl/SpSvyo Exposio Website: https://goo.gl/Cbm8Ya

White Kitchen and Alder Island

Wood Trends Inc.,

This is an example of a small transitional u-shaped utility room in Omaha with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

River Oaks, Del Monte Park

Mirador Builders

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Houston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and recessed-panel cabinets.

Pine Valley Drive

Webber Development & Construction

McGinnis Leathers
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, recessed-panel cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown floor.

Gallery Home

W.L. Construction Inc.

sliding doors, off the hallway into the spacious, custom cabinet laundry room. With two open cabinets on the bottom for their cat litters.
Small contemporary u-shaped utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Asse da stiro estraibile e pieghevole

FALEGNAMERIA VALERIANI

Design ideas for a small country u-shaped utility room in Rome with a single-bowl sink, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Large Mudroom/Utility Room

DW3 Construction LLC

This is every young mother's dream -- an enormous laundry room WITH lots and lots of storage! These individual lockers have us taking note. Just think of all the ways you could organize this room to keep your family constantly organized!

Water Hill Wonder

Meadowlark Design+Build

A lovely basement laundry room with a small kitchenette combines two of the most popular rooms in a home. The location allows for separation from the rest of the home and in elegant style: exposed ceilings, custom cabinetry, and ample space for making laundry a fun activity. Photo credit: Sean Carter Photography.

2015 St. George Utah Parade of Homes by Xcellent Homes

Xcellent Homes

This is a fantastic laundry and craft room that everyone has loved. This has become an Xcellent Homes feature we try to include in all of our homes.
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped utility room in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Our Sanctuary

G&M Craftsman Cabinets

When the collaboration between client, builder and cabinet maker comes together perfectly the end result is one we are all very proud of. The clients had many ideas which evolved as the project was taking shape and as the budget changed. Through hours of planning and preparation the end result was to achieve the level of design and finishes that the client, builder and cabinet expect without making sacrifices or going over budget. Soft Matt finishes, solid timber, stone, brass tones, porcelain, feature bathroom fixtures and high end appliances all come together to create a warm, homely and sophisticated finish. The idea was to create spaces that you can relax in, work from, entertain in and most importantly raise your young family in. This project was fantastic to work on and the result shows that why would you ever want to leave home?

Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry

GMI Design Group

This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.

Laundry Room Organic

Savvy Interiors

Large modern u-shaped utility room in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Incredible Laundry and Mud Room

Gretchen Lyons

Every laundry room must have the washer and dryer. This set is easily accessible and allows the homeowners to quickly get through this daily chore. Photography by Libbie Martin

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 Utility Room Design Ideas

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.