The old Knight Estate in Newport Coast 5 Pelicans

Before the remodel!
Expansive mediterranean u-shaped utility room in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, limestone benchtops, limestone floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige cabinets and beige walls.

Farmhouse Laundry

Claudia Bertoche

Inspiration for a large country galley utility room in Miami with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white walls, terra-cotta floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Mohit Kitchen and Laundry

Tamara Rosenbloom Design LLC

Jomer Siasat, Cascade Pro Media
Inspiration for a large transitional utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and beige benchtop.

The Huckleberry

Kessler Construction LLC

A custom laundry room with built in storage.
Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley utility room with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and black benchtop.

Marina Dr.

Campbell Construction Inc.

Photo of a large transitional galley utility room in Santa Barbara with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige walls, light hardwood floors and a stacked washer and dryer.

Lakehouse Retreat Laundry Room

Cheryl Pett Design Ltd.

Robin Bish
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley utility room in Atlanta with white cabinets, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige walls and porcelain floors.

Palos Verdes Transitional

robertcabrera

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley utility room in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, limestone benchtops, a side-by-side washer and dryer, an undermount sink, beige walls, ceramic floors and grey cabinets.

Double Brick Duplex 2

ARC HOMES AUSTRALIA

This is an example of a modern galley utility room in Sydney with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white walls and ceramic floors.

Normandy Style Cottage | West University

Mirador Builders

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped utility room in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige walls, limestone floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry in the Master Bath, perfect and clean looking

Target Building Solutions, LLC

The laundry room is in the master bath, we removed the doors, painted the cabinets, painted the interior walls white. The idea is the entire area turns white and clean looking. With a pop of orange :)

Bayou Bend Tower Residence

514 Design, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Houston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Avenida Del Sol

Renaissance Homes, Littleton, CO

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped utility room in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, beige walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Black and White Modern Laundry Room

Hurst Home Company LLC

Big and open laundry room with modern black and white style
Modern utility room with black cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Farmhouse Laundry

Claudia Bertoche

Photo of a large country galley utility room in Miami with an utility sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, white walls, terra-cotta floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Reconstructed Laundry Area including new WC

El Interior Designers Ltd

Another room that was sealed off, recreated and recoloured. Still sticking with the brown colour theme we created this cordoned off area for laundry. We wanted a quaint, functional yet organised laundry area. We removed the typical monstrous stone sinks and replaced them with this single storage unit finished off in brown wood. The height and sunken sink ensure no stress on one's back nor elbows during laundry activities. The multi-coloured backsplash tiles not only add colour to the space but also protect the wall and paintwork from chemical detergents, water and moisture.

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

Coming from the garage, this welcoming space greets the homeowners. An inviting splash of color and comfort, the built-in bench offers a place to take off your shoes. The tall cabinets flanking the bench offer generous storage for coats, jackets, and shoes. The ample and attractive storage was made possible by moving both the garage and hallway doors leading into this space. Bob Narod, Photographer

Fun & Playful Dog Bath and Laundry Room

Blue Envelope Designs, LLC

Who said a Laundry Room had to be dull and boring? This colorful laundry room is loaded with storage both in its custom cabinetry and also in its 3 large closets for winter/spring clothing. The black and white 20x20 floor tile gives a nod to retro and is topped off with apple green walls and an organic free-form backsplash tile! This room serves as a doggy mud-room, eating center and luxury doggy bathing spa area as well. The organic wall tile was designed for visual interest as well as for function. The tall and wide backsplash provides wall protection behind the doggy bathing station. The bath center is equipped with a multifunction hand-held faucet with a metal hose for ease while giving the dogs a bath. The shelf underneath the sink is a pull-out doggy eating station and the food is located in a pull-out trash bin.

Fun & Playful Dog Bath and Laundry Room

Blue Envelope Designs, LLC

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

View of the laundry room from the garage door. A colorful gallery of family photos and collectibles is displayed in these unique open custom cabinets. They also double as an attractive way to cover the plumbing and allow easy access to it when needed. Bob Narod, Photographer

Laundry Mudroom Combination

Design Studio International

Close-up of the new laundry wall: a large countertop allows ample room for sorting and folding laundry. "Now it's truly a pleasure to do the laundry." - Julie, Homeowner Bob Narod, Photographer

Utility Room Design Ideas with Limestone Benchtops

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.