Cutting Edge Construction & Woodworks, Inc.

Pedestal mounted laundry machines, ample folding space, and a long hanging rod make laundry a pleasure in this home. Photo by Scot Trueblood
Design ideas for a small beach style galley utility room in Miami with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Willoughby- Laundry/Craft Room

Mauk Cabinets by Design

Designed and installed by Mauk Cabinets by Design in Tipp City, OH. Kitchen Designer: Aaron Mauk. Photos by: Shelley Schilperoot.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional utility room in Cincinnati with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, laminate benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Caulfield House

Taylor Knights

European Laundry
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley utility room in Melbourne with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, green walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

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
This is an example of 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.

Laundry

Designer's Edge Kitchen & Bath

Hardworking laundry room that needed to provide storage, and folding space for this large family.
Inspiration for a small arts and crafts single-wall utility room in Portland with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, green walls, slate floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown benchtop and wood.

Mudroom reinvented

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

Barbara Bircher, CKD designed this multipurpose laundry/mud room to include the homeowner’s cat. Pets are an important member of one’s household so making sure we consider their needs is an important factor. Barbara designed a base cabinet with an open space to the floor to house the litter box keeping it out of the way and easily accessible for cleaning. Moving the washer, dryer, and laundry sink to the opposite outside wall allowed the dryer to vent directly out the back and added much needed countertop space around the laundry sink. A tall coat cabinet was incorporated to store seasonal outerwear with a boot bench and coat cubby for daily use. A tall broom cabinet designated a place for mops, brooms and cleaning supplies. The decorative corbels, hutch toe accents and bead board continued the theme from the cozy kitchen. Crystal Cabinets, Berenson hardware, Formica countertops, Blanco sink, Delta faucet, Mannington vinyl floor, Asko washer and dryer are some of the products included in this laundry/ mud room remodel.

Upper Arlington Tranquil Kitchen and Laundry Space

Reliance Design Build

Right beyond the kitchen lies the mudroom. By the look of it you would think it was a part of the kitchen. This mudroom includes plenty of storage space with white shaker cabinets, light green walls, subway tile back-splash, a sink to clean yourself off when coming in from the outside, laminate flooring and large sized washer and dryer.

Antiqued Elegance in Willowcreek Ranch

By Design Interiors, Inc.

The laundry room is crafted with beauty and function in mind. Its custom cabinets, drying racks, and little sitting desk are dressed in a gorgeous sage green and accented with hints of brass. Pretty mosaic backsplash from Stone Impressions give the room and antiqued, casual feel.

Wicked Awesome

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

photography: Paul Grdina
This is an example of a transitional galley utility room in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry/Mudroom Organization

Room Redefined

Giving all other items in the laundry area a designated home left this homeowner a great place to fold laundry. Don't you love the folding tray that came with their washer and dryer? Room Redefined decluttered the space, and did a lot of space planning to make sure it had good flow for all of the functions. Intentional use of organization products, including shelf-dividers, shelf-labels, colorful bins, wall organization to take advantage of vertical space, and cubby storage maximize functionality. We supported the process through removal of unwanted items, product sourcing and installation. We continue to work with this family to maintain the space as their needs change over time. Working with a professional organizer for your home organization projects ensures a great outcome and removes the stress!

The Squire Project

TK Building & Design

Photo of a small traditional galley utility room in Other with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, green walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Kaplan

RDM Architecture

A contemporary and light filled laundry room addition.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped utility room in Kansas City with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Island Tranquility

Archipelago Hawaii Luxury Home Designs

Photography: Augie Salbosa
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional utility room in Hawaii with an undermount sink, white cabinets, wood benchtops, green walls, bamboo floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Long Beach, CA - Contemporary Kitche, Bathroom and Laundry Remodel

Classic Kitchens, Etc.

Small transitional single-wall utility room in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, white cabinets, green walls and a stacked washer and dryer.

Country House

W I N B E R G Interior + Architectural design

We were asked to update a country house's boot room by introducing custom made joinery to home lots of outdoor jackets and boots as well as updating the sink area. Photography by Amy Parton

New Traditional with Soaring Ceilings

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Expansive transitional u-shaped utility room in Other with green walls and a stacked washer and dryer.

Camelot Circle

KH Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional utility room in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Craftsman Style Home

Amy Guess, Allied ASID

Michael Hunter Photography
Photo of a large arts and crafts galley utility room in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Barrington Renovation

Highland Builders LLC

Large working laundry room with built-in lockers, sink with dog bowls, laundry chute, built-in window seat (Ryan Hainey)
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped utility room in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, green walls, vinyl floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and shaker cabinets.

Coastal Beach Retreat

Beaches Woodcrafts

This area of the Laundry/Wine Grotto is devoted to the stack washer/ dryer and additional refrigeration. Completely hidden from view.
Photo of a large beach style u-shaped utility room in Jacksonville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green walls, dark hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Utility Room Design Ideas with Green Walls

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.