Super Pantry Laundry
Photo of a small traditional galley utility room in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige walls, dark hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige benchtop, beige splashback, granite splashback and beige floor.

Cottage on Sparrow lake

TJC Construction Management Ltd.

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern l-shaped utility room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, slate floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

The Idea House

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Large contemporary galley utility room in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Ultimate NW Contemporary Architecture

Kritsonis Lindor

This is an example of a large galley utility room in Seattle with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer and grey benchtop.

Avant Garde Revolution - Basement

Speas Interior Design

Modern Contempoary Laundry Room with Sauna. Stacking Washer and Dryer Provide Tons of Extra Space in a Small Area. Clean Neutral Finishes. Photograph by Paul Kohlman.

Marsh Pointe Mudroom & Laundry

Arbor Haus

Marnie Swenson, MJFotography, Inc.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley utility room in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Mid-Century Ranch Home Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

© Lassiter Photography | ReVisionCharlotte.com
Mid-sized country galley utility room in Charlotte with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, beige walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, grey benchtop and wallpaper.

Country Lane Classic

Martineau Homes

Photo of a large transitional l-shaped utility room in Salt Lake City with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Craftsman Style Home

BGI Design

Storage, hanging clothes and folding areas make this the ideal laundry room. Michael Hunter Photography
Photo of a large arts and crafts galley utility room in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green walls, medium hardwood floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Westerville Kitchen and Mudroom Remodel

Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers

This once angular kitchen is now expansive and carries a farmhouse charm with natural wood sliding doors and rustic looking cabinetry in the island.
Mid-sized country l-shaped utility room in Columbus with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Dusty Pink Laundry Room

Paul Alexander Kitchens

A first floor bespoke laundry room with tiled flooring and backsplash with a butler sink and mid height washing machine and tumble dryer for easy access. Dirty laundry shoots for darks and colours, with plenty of opening shelving and hanging spaces for freshly ironed clothing. This is a laundry that not only looks beautiful but works!

1940's Montrose Remodel

Penberthy Custom Builders

Inspiration for a small arts and crafts galley utility room in Houston with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, light hardwood floors, a concealed washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Colorful Laundry Room with Custom Cabinets & Yellow Door

Hive Home

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped utility room in Los Angeles with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and white benchtop.

Donegal Transitional Update

Alair Homes Plano

This home built in 2000 was dark and the kitchen was partially closed off. They wanted to open it up to the outside and update the kitchen and entertaining spaces. We removed a wall between the living room and kitchen and added sliders to the backyard. The beautiful Openseas painted cabinets definitely add a stylish element to this previously dark brown kitchen. Removing the big, bulky, dark built-ins in the living room also brightens up the overall space.

Water Front Home

Rossi Construction Inc.

This is an example of a large contemporary galley utility room in Tampa with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor and grey benchtop.

Designer Escape To Beaufort South Carolina

Urban Design Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley utility room in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, dark hardwood floors, a stacked washer and dryer, brown floor and white benchtop.

Laundry Room

Millard Bautista Designs

Venecia Bautista
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall utility room in Toronto with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey walls, ceramic floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Laundry

Bosanac Builders

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall utility room in Auckland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, white walls, carpet, an integrated washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Jewel Bay

Bigfork Builders, Inc.

Inspiration for a large traditional galley utility room in Other with louvered cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, white benchtop and an undermount sink.

Rancho Santa Fe Coastal Design and Renovation

Spaces Renewed

A fun laundry and craft room complete with a sink, bench, and ample folding space! Check out that patterned cement floor tile!
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean utility room in San Diego with a single-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and beige benchtop.

Utility Room Design Ideas with Quartzite 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.