This is an example of a small traditional single-wall utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white walls, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop and concrete floors.

Modern Victorian

Tim Brown Architecture

Casey Fry
Design ideas for an expansive country galley utility room in Austin with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and shaker cabinets.

Irvington Bathroom and Basement Remodel - Laundry Room Sink View

Kraft Custom Construction

The owners of this beautiful 1908 NE Portland home wanted to breathe new life into their unfinished basement and dysfunctional main-floor bathroom and mudroom. Our goal was to create comfortable and practical spaces, while staying true to the preferences of the homeowners and age of the home. The existing half bathroom and mudroom were situated in what was originally an enclosed back porch. The homeowners wanted to create a full bathroom on the main floor, along with a functional mudroom off the back entrance. Our team completely gutted the space, reframed the walls, leveled the flooring, and installed upgraded amenities, including a solid surface shower, custom cabinetry, blue tile and marmoleum flooring, and Marvin wood windows. In the basement, we created a laundry room, designated workshop and utility space, and a comfortable family area to shoot pool. The renovated spaces are now up-to-code with insulated and finished walls, heating & cooling, epoxy flooring, and refurbished windows. The newly remodeled spaces achieve the homeowner's desire for function, comfort, and to preserve the unique quality & character of their 1908 residence.

Claremont - Extension and Renovation

Mindful Boutique Builders & Renovators Perth

Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Contemporary utility room: matte grey, white, stainless steel

Yeo Design

A full interior fit out designed closely with the client for a mega build in Cornwall. The brief was to create minimalist and contemporary pieces that give continuity of materials, quality and styling throughout the entire house.

Bird Residence

Alleanza Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized modern galley utility room in Houston with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and laminate benchtops.

Blairwood/ Studio City Upstairs Addition

Union of Art, Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury galley utility room in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, concrete floors, a concealed washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Laundry Room

Mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Echo Park Full Home Renovation and Addition - Industrial Artist Style

Creative Spaces Interior Design, Inc.

Full Home Renovation and Addition. Industrial Artist Style. We removed most of the walls in the existing house and create a bridge to the addition over the detached garage. We created an very open floor plan which is industrial and cozy. Both bathrooms and the first floor have cement floors with a specialty stain, and a radiant heat system. We installed a custom kitchen, custom barn doors, custom furniture, all new windows and exterior doors. We loved the rawness of the beams and added corrugated tin in a few areas to the ceiling. We applied American Clay to many walls, and installed metal stairs. This was a fun project and we had a blast! Tom Queally Photography

Queen Anne Laundry

collaborative interiors

Photographer: NW Architectural Photography / Remodeler: Homeworks by Kelly
Design ideas for a traditional galley utility room in Seattle with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white walls, concrete floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mud & Laundry

risa boyer architecture

Photo Credits: Aaron Leitz
This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Portland with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Jenkintown Basement

Harth Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic galley utility room in Philadelphia with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, grey walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, multi-coloured benchtop and exposed beam.

Industrial Rustic

XACT Interiors

Craft room , sewing, wrapping room and laundry folding multi purpose counter. Stained concrete floors.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Daniel Island Drive

Delpino Custom Homes

Photography by Patrick Brickman
This is an example of a large country utility room in Charleston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, concrete floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Waterfront Home

Joni Spear Interior Design

Custom cabinets painted in Sherwin Williams, "Deep Sea Dive" adorn the hard working combined laundry and mud room. The encaustic cement tile does overtime in durability and theatrics.

Arbutus Ridge - Laundry & Bathroom

McPherson Cabinetry

The clients requested a Laundry & Bathroom combination that was simple, flush and had that clean minimalistic feel. The layout is great at keeping things separate, clean and tidy.

Our Work

Closets By Design of Central Alabama

Large traditional galley utility room in Birmingham with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, concrete floors and brown floor.

Kurundi, Hawker Project

Created Bespoke Joinery & Furniture

Contemporary single-wall utility room in Canberra - Queanbeyan with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, concrete floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Number 16- Laundry Detail

Jess Hunter Interior Design

The Utilities Room- Combining laundry, Mudroom and Pantry.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Mid Century Modern Update

Outside Architecture

Design ideas for a modern galley utility room in Portland with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, white walls, concrete floors, a concealed washer and dryer, grey floor and planked wall panelling.

Utility Room Design Ideas with Concrete Floors

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.