The brief for this home was to create a warm inviting space that suited it's beachside location. Our client loves to cook so an open plan kitchen with a space for her grandchildren to play was at the top of the list. Key features used in this open plan design were warm floorboard tiles in a herringbone pattern, navy horizontal shiplap feature wall, custom joinery in entry, living and children's play area, rattan pendant lighting, marble, navy and white open plan kitchen.

Kalinga Park | Queenslander Renovation

Designtank

Design ideas for a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Brisbane with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, white walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor, black benchtop and planked wall panelling.

Modern Farmhouse Laundry Room

Decorlift Design Co

Small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, multi-coloured walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, black floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Crownrich Lane Whole House Conversion

Alair Homes Plano

Our clients purchased this 1950 ranch style cottage knowing it needed to be updated. They fell in love with the location, being within walking distance to White Rock Lake. They wanted to redesign the layout of the house to improve the flow and function of the spaces while maintaining a cozy feel. They wanted to explore the idea of opening up the kitchen and possibly even relocating it. A laundry room and mudroom space needed to be added to that space, as well. Both bathrooms needed a complete update and they wanted to enlarge the master bath if possible, to have a double vanity and more efficient storage. With two small boys and one on the way, they ideally wanted to add a 3rd bedroom to the house within the existing footprint but were open to possibly designing an addition, if that wasn’t possible. In the end, we gave them everything they wanted, without having to put an addition on to the home. They absolutely love the openness of their new kitchen and living spaces and we even added a small bar! They have their much-needed laundry room and mudroom off the back patio, so their “drop zone” is out of the way. We were able to add storage and double vanity to the master bathroom by enclosing what used to be a coat closet near the entryway and using that sq. ft. in the bathroom. The functionality of this house has completely changed and has definitely changed the lives of our clients for the better!

Knoll - Farmhouse Laundry Room

In the Deets

Farmhouse style laundry room featuring navy patterned Cement Tile flooring, custom white overlay cabinets, brass cabinet hardware, farmhouse sink, and wall mounted faucet.

Palm Beach Waterfront

Knowles Design

Jessica Glynn Photography
Design ideas for a beach style dedicated laundry room in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, white floor and grey benchtop.

Contemporary Coastal New Home

CVI Design - Carly Visser

Photo of a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Grand Rapids with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, grey walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Neal

Planning and Building, Inc

Inspiration for a small transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Miami with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern Waters Edge

Coastal Signature Homes

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped dedicated laundry room in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, green splashback, a stacked washer and dryer and white benchtop.

Chic Modern Farmhouse

All Over Solutions

Mid-sized country single-wall utility room in Dallas with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, grey walls, ceramic floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and black benchtop.

Spruce Ave.

Ashley Martin Home

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orlando with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, ceramic floors, orange floor, white benchtop and a side-by-side washer and dryer.

Cypress Oak Creek

Kennedy Cole Interior Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, white floor and white benchtop.

Nantucket Model Home built by Infinity Custom Homes in Wexford, PA

Infinity Custom Homes, LP

Inspiration for a traditional single-wall utility room in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, beige walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, multi-coloured floor and grey benchtop.

Transitional Laundry Room

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in Edmonton with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey walls, porcelain floors, a stacked washer and dryer, beige floor and white benchtop.

Class Romantic Ranch

KBG Design

Mid-sized transitional single-wall dedicated laundry room in San Francisco with an utility sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white walls, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor, white benchtop, quartzite benchtops and porcelain floors.

Mountain Farmhouse

Jonathan Miller Architects

Design ideas for a country u-shaped utility room in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white walls, porcelain floors, black floor and white benchtop.

Happy Home- Frisco, TX

Cindy O'Brien Design

Country laundry room in Dallas with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, light hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, beige floor, white benchtop and multi-coloured walls.

Tetherow, Bend Oregon

Visionary Homes Inc.

Laundry room with dog was station. Industrial mop basin and pre-rinse faucet on a raised cabinet create the perfect dog wash station and multi-purpose sink.

Twin Hollows

Remedy Design Firm

Photo of a transitional galley utility room in Salt Lake City with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, brown floor, white benchtop and wallpaper.

Palmerston Parisian

CAB Architects

Photo of a small modern single-wall laundry room in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, white walls, marble floors, a side-by-side washer and dryer, grey floor and white benchtop.

White Laundry Room Design Ideas with Shaker 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.