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Small traditional single-wall utility room in Perth with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Riverwest Laundry Room

LaBonte Construction

Inspiration for a small modern single-wall utility room in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Organizers

Rockport Doors & Closets Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Boston with white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and flat-panel cabinets.

Laundry & Mud Room - Glen Ellyn, IL

PB Kitchen Design

Clothes hampers in laundry
Photo of a large scandinavian u-shaped utility room in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Modern Laundry Room

Normandy Remodeling

This laundry room features a modern cement plaster on the walls, which the homeowner wanted to preserve and show off. Normandy Designer Kathryn O'Donovan added open shelving with exposed brackets to create the overall industrial look of the room. The the walnut cabinetry and honed limestone countertop added warmth and plenty of storage to the space.

Orchard

Frahm Interiors - Burlington ON

Mid-sized midcentury utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, white walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Spanish Oaks Modern Mudroom By Darash

By Darash - Kitchen Cabinets, Vanities & Closets

Mudroom designed By Darash with White Matte Opaque Fenix cabinets anti-scratch material, with handles, white countertop drop-in sink, high arc faucet, black and white modern style.

Large Walk In Wardrobe Sydney

Clever Closet Company

Abe Bastoli
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall utility room in Sydney with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey floor.

Sienna Boulder

Rochelle Lynne Design

Karen was an existing client of ours who was tired of the crowded and cluttered laundry/mudroom that did not work well for her young family. The washer and dryer were right in the line of traffic when you stepped in her back entry from the garage and there was a lack of a bench for changing shoes/boots. Planning began… then along came a twist! A new puppy that will grow to become a fair sized dog would become part of the family. Could the design accommodate dog grooming and a daytime “kennel” for when the family is away? Having two young boys, Karen wanted to have custom features that would make housekeeping easier so custom drawer drying racks and ironing board were included in the design. All slab-style cabinet and drawer fronts are sturdy and easy to clean and the family’s coats and necessities are hidden from view while close at hand. The selected quartz countertops, slate flooring and honed marble wall tiles will provide a long life for this hard working space. The enameled cast iron sink which fits puppy to full-sized dog (given a boost) was outfitted with a faucet conducive to dog washing, as well as, general clean up. And the piece de resistance is the glass, Dutch pocket door which makes the family dog feel safe yet secure with a view into the rest of the house. Karen and her family enjoy the organized, tidy space and how it works for them.

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.

Passive House in the Woods

InUnison Design, Inc.

- Interior Designer: InUnison Design, Inc. - Christine Frisk - Architect: TE Studio Ltd. - Tim Eian - Builder: Moore Construction Services
Photo of a contemporary l-shaped utility room in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Laundry Room

Creative Compulsions

Floors by Martin Bouvier, Design by Karyn Dupuis, cabinets by Ikea. Reclaimed barn wood counter and branch are white washed and varnished, as are the reclaimed stair spindles cut as feet for the cabinets.

| Northwest Hills Modern |

Amy Pearson Design

APD was hired to update the primary bathroom and laundry room of this ranch style family home. Included was a request to add a powder bathroom where one previously did not exist to help ease the chaos for the young family. The design team took a little space here and a little space there, coming up with a reconfigured layout including an enlarged primary bathroom with large walk-in shower, a jewel box powder bath, and a refreshed laundry room including a dog bath for the family’s four legged member!

Aria di rinnovamento - Progetto in corso

Liadesign

Lidesign
Inspiration for a small scandinavian single-wall utility room in Milan with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, green walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and recessed.

Laundry Box Hill South

No Fuss Kitchens

A compact Laundry for a unit
Small contemporary single-wall utility room in Melbourne with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

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.

Dublin Kitchen 14208

J.S. Brown & Co.

Kitchen remodel designed by Monica Lewis, CMKBD, MCR, UDCP of J.S. Brown & Co. Photography by Todd Yarrington.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Columbus with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Salle d'eau et buanderie cohabite d'une belle façon

Équipe Mandrée Design

Andrée Allard, photographe
Small contemporary single-wall utility room in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and a single-bowl sink.

Wickham Bishops Utility

Gary Hughes Interiors

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped utility room in Essex with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey walls, travertine floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

South Perth Apartment Project

Western Cabinets

Combined Bathroom and Laundries can still look beautiful ?
This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped utility room in Perth with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Utility Room Design Ideas with Flat-panel 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.