This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Houston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Victorian Terrace Renovation & Extension - Brixton

Nothing Is Not Nothing

Kitchen detail
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in London with a farmhouse sink, beaded inset cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, beige walls, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

FARNHAM

HAS Studio

Mid-sized traditional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Surrey with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, white walls, ceramic floors, an integrated washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, brown benchtop and panelled walls.

Victorian townhouse utility room

Yeo Design

A full refurbishment of a beautiful four-storey Victorian town house in Holland Park. We had the pleasure of collaborating with the client and architects, Crawford and Gray, to create this classic full interior fit-out.

Wilkins Mansion - Historic Preservation

ID Studio Interiors

This space off of the kitchen serves as both laundry and pantry. The cast iron sink and soapstone counters are a nod to the historical significance of this home.

Laundry Room

Taylor House Interiors

Laundry room with soapstone countertops, custom cabinetry and line drawing wallpaper.
Inspiration for a large traditional galley dedicated laundry room in Santa Barbara with a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, limestone floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Victorian Guest Shower and Utility Room Refrubishment

Blank Canvas Creative

This is an example of a traditional laundry room in Other with a farmhouse sink, white splashback and subway tile splashback.

Elk River - T.RS. - Laundry

Banner's Cabinets

This laundry room is unforgettable. From the arched door panels to the farmhouse sink, this utility room is fit for a king.
Design ideas for an expansive traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Charlotte with raised-panel cabinets, a farmhouse sink, dark wood cabinets and granite benchtops.

Sentissi Home

Ashley Al-Qudaihi

Annie Sentissi
Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Indianapolis with a farmhouse sink, beige walls, travertine floors and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Extension of Victorian House in London

Russell Taylor Architects

Peter Landers
Design ideas for a traditional galley utility room in London with a farmhouse sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls and a stacked washer and dryer.

Victorian Laundry Room Design Ideas with a Farmhouse Sink

Laundry designs seldom receive the attention they deserve, especially considering how often they’re used. A well-planned Victorian 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.