Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Salt Lake City with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Russian River Barn Home

Kadello & Larsen Architectural Designs

Mid-sized country single-wall utility room in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white walls, slate floors and black benchtop.

Roseneath Road, Urmston, Manchester

Butterfield Architecture

A compact extension that contains a utility area, wc and lots of extra storage for all and bikes. Photo credit: Gavin Stewart
This is an example of a small transitional single-wall utility room in Manchester with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, brick floors, a concealed washer and dryer, black benchtop and an undermount sink.

English Cottage

Kuklinski + Rappe Architects

Butler's Pantry between kitchen and dining room doubles as a Laundry room. Laundry machines are hidden behind doors. Leslie Schwartz Photography
Design ideas for a small traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with a single-bowl sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer and black benchtop.

Farmhouse on The Creek

Geschke Group Architecture

Design ideas for a country l-shaped utility room in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

April Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized country utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Mariposa

User

Matthew Niemann Photography
Transitional galley utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Tumbleweed Custom Home

Alair Homes Plano

This new home was built on an old lot in Dallas, TX in the Preston Hollow neighborhood. The new home is a little over 5,600 sq.ft. and features an expansive great room and a professional chef’s kitchen. This 100% brick exterior home was built with full-foam encapsulation for maximum energy performance. There is an immaculate courtyard enclosed by a 9' brick wall keeping their spool (spa/pool) private. Electric infrared radiant patio heaters and patio fans and of course a fireplace keep the courtyard comfortable no matter what time of year. A custom king and a half bed was built with steps at the end of the bed, making it easy for their dog Roxy, to get up on the bed. There are electrical outlets in the back of the bathroom drawers and a TV mounted on the wall behind the tub for convenience. The bathroom also has a steam shower with a digital thermostatic valve. The kitchen has two of everything, as it should, being a commercial chef's kitchen! The stainless vent hood, flanked by floating wooden shelves, draws your eyes to the center of this immaculate kitchen full of Bluestar Commercial appliances. There is also a wall oven with a warming drawer, a brick pizza oven, and an indoor churrasco grill. There are two refrigerators, one on either end of the expansive kitchen wall, making everything convenient. There are two islands; one with casual dining bar stools, as well as a built-in dining table and another for prepping food. At the top of the stairs is a good size landing for storage and family photos. There are two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, as well as a movie room. What makes this home so special is the Casita! It has its own entrance off the common breezeway to the main house and courtyard. There is a full kitchen, a living area, an ADA compliant full bath, and a comfortable king bedroom. It’s perfect for friends staying the weekend or in-laws staying for a month.

Point Loma, Spanish Style Kitchen, Laundry, Bath & Family Room Remodel

Payte Miller Interiors

John Christenson Photographer
Photo of a large country u-shaped utility room in San Diego with raised-panel cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black benchtop and beige cabinets.

The Darby Lakes Home, Mudroom

The Creative Kitchen Company

This spacious laundry room/mudroom is conveniently located adjacent to the kitchen.
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Columbus with white cabinets, beige walls, slate floors, a stacked washer and dryer, black floor, black benchtop, recessed-panel cabinets and an undermount sink.

Simplistic Laundry

Michelle McKoy Designs

The laundry room had oak colored cabinets that dated the space. All lower cabinets were painted a sand color with the uppers in a gray. Built ins over washer and dryer with granite help increase the area for folding or stacking. The white clothing racks were added for hanging and drying clothes. Wainscoting with a drop zone added for function and charm.

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.

2505 Briarfield

3rd Street Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped utility room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Bloomfield Laundry Room

Mari Margaret Vaglica

Update to a laundry room included large built-in storage that allowed the homeowner to stash her Costco bulk items. White shaker style doors take a on a more contemporary look with the pulls and knobs. Heated floor under the tile help keep the chill away as this was all on a cement slab.

Modern Farmhouse

April Interiors

Ambler Kitchen Mudroom and Entry

Harth Builders

Inspiration for a large transitional galley utility room in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Chesapeake Modern

TailorCraft Builders, Inc.

This floating bench near the laundry room keeps the minimalist modern look. Built by TailorCraft Builders in Annapolis, MD.
This is an example of a large arts and crafts galley utility room in Baltimore with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Kitchen and Mudroom Remodel

Beacon Hill Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped utility room in Burlington with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Chaska Mudroom/Powder/Laundry

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

Alongside Tschida Construction and Pro Design Custom Cabinetry, we upgraded a new build to maximum function and magazine worthy style. Changing swinging doors to pocket, stacking laundry units, and doing closed cabinetry options really made the space seem as though it doubled.

Becker Residence

Tomlinson Designs

Photo of a large galley utility room in Denver with medium wood cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and black benchtop.

Utility Room Design Ideas with Black Benchtop

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.