Christie Share
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Calle Del Cerrito

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

Laundry Room Remodel
Photo of a large mediterranean utility room in Orange County with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Outfitter's Hideaway

Angela Rasmussen

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped utility room in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, porcelain floors, white floor, brown benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

Orinda Urban Modern Kitchen

Ridgecrest Designs

Situated in the wooded hills of Orinda lies an old home with great potential. Ridgecrest Designs turned an outdated kitchen into a jaw-dropping space fit for a contemporary art gallery. To give an artistic urban feel we commissioned a local artist to paint a textured "warehouse wall" on the tallest wall of the kitchen. Four skylights allow natural light to shine down and highlight the warehouse wall. Bright white glossy cabinets with hints of white oak and black accents pop on a light landscape. Real Turkish limestone covers the floor in a random pattern for an old-world look in an otherwise ultra-modern space.

Custom Residence - Holly Springs, GA

Caldwell-Cline Architects & Designers

Laundry room with office nook.
Large country galley utility room in Atlanta with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, timber splashback, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer and brown benchtop.

One Room Challenge: Lyons Bathroom, Powder and Laundry Room

Brittany Lyons Interiors

Mid-sized modern l-shaped utility room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Laundry/Family Room Addition

Mountainside Builders

Georgia Del Vecchio
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped utility room in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Clovelly - Serene

Novale Bathrooms

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley utility room in Sydney with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, blue splashback, subway tile splashback, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room Organic

Savvy Interiors

Photo of a 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.

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?

Hillside Hideaway : Mudroom Laundry Room

Sarah Barnard Design LLC

A mudroom with a laundry cabinet features large windows that provide an abundance of natural light. The custom screens, made from Ash and natural rattan cane webbing, incorporate built-in vents to conceal the washer and dryer while in use.

Upper DC Ranch

An Original, Inc.

Custom built Bellmont cabinets from their Natura collection in the 1900 series. Designed to maximize space and storage. Surround panels help give the washer and dryer a built-in look.

BOOKER BAY HOUSE 2020

No Chintz

Design ideas for a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Central Coast with a drop-in sink, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room/Mudroom

Christie Share Designs

Christie Share
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Chicago with an utility sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and brown benchtop.

White Sails Mid-Century Modern

Patterson Custom Homes

Photo of a midcentury utility room in Los Angeles with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured walls, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Built-in Laundry Hampers

Organized Interiors

Multiple built-in laundry hampers can be used for sorting dirty laundry and save you time. Photo by Brandon Barré.
Photo of a large contemporary utility room in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige walls and brown benchtop.

London Garden Room

Eckford Chong Design

This 3 storey mid-terrace townhouse on the Harringay Ladder was in desperate need for some modernisation and general recuperation, having not been altered for several decades. We were appointed to reconfigure and completely overhaul the outrigger over two floors which included new kitchen/dining and replacement conservatory to the ground with bathroom, bedroom & en-suite to the floor above. Like all our projects we considered a variety of layouts and paid close attention to the form of the new extension to replace the uPVC conservatory to the rear garden. Conceived as a garden room, this space needed to be flexible forming an extension to the kitchen, containing utilities, storage and a nursery for plants but a space that could be closed off with when required, which led to discrete glazed pocket sliding doors to retain natural light. We made the most of the north-facing orientation by adopting a butterfly roof form, typical to the London terrace, and introduced high-level clerestory windows, reaching up like wings to bring in morning and evening sunlight. An entirely bespoke glazed roof, double glazed panels supported by exposed Douglas fir rafters, provides an abundance of light at the end of the spacial sequence, a threshold space between the kitchen and the garden. The orientation also meant it was essential to enhance the thermal performance of the un-insulated and damp masonry structure so we introduced insulation to the roof, floor and walls, installed passive ventilation which increased the efficiency of the external envelope. A predominantly timber-based material palette of ash veneered plywood, for the garden room walls and new cabinets throughout, douglas fir doors and windows and structure, and an oak engineered floor all contribute towards creating a warm and characterful space.

Mudroom/Laundry Room

Closet Factory Chicago

Multi-Functional and beautiful Laundry/Mudroom. Kids storage is contained on hooks and baskets in the cubbies under the bench. Gloves/Hats and miscellaneous seasonal storage available above the locker spaces.

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Small Bathroom Renovations Perth

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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.

Utility Room Design Ideas with Light Wood 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.