Brookfield Transitional First Floor Remodel

A couple hired us as the professional remodeling contractor to update the first floor of their Brookfield, WI home. The project included the kitchen, family room entertainment center, laundry room and mudroom. The goal was to improve the functionality of the space, improving prep space and storage. Their house had a traditional style, so the homeowners chose a transitional style with wood and natural elements. Kitchen Remodel We wanted to give the kitchen a more streamlined, contemporary feel. We removed the soffits, took the cabinetry to the ceiling, and opened the space. Cherry cabinets line the perimeter of the kitchen with a soft gray island. We kept a desk area in the kitchen, which can be used as a sideboard when hosting parties. This kitchen has many storage and organizational features. The interior cabinet organizers include: a tray/cutting board cabinet, a pull-out pantry, a pull-out drawer for trash/compost/dog food, dish peg drawers, a corner carousel and pot/pan drawers. The couple wanted more countertop space in their kitchen. We added an island with a black walnut butcher block table height seating area. The low height makes the space feel open and accessible to their grandchildren who visit. The island countertop is one of the highlights of the space. Dekton is an ultra-compact surface that is durable and indestructible. The ‘Trilium’ color comes from their industrial collection, that looks like patina iron. We also used Dekton counters in the laundry room. Family Room Entertainment Center We updated the small built-in media cabinets in the family room. The new cabinetry provides better storage space and frames the large television. Laundry Room & Mudroom The kitchen connects the laundry room, closet area and garage. We widened this entry to keep the kitchen feeling connected with a new pantry area. In this area, we created a landing zone for phones and groceries. We created a folding area at the washer and dryer. We raised the height of the cabinets and floated the countertop over the appliances. We removed the sink and instead installed a utility sink in the garage for clean up. At the garage entrance, we added more organization for coats, shoes and boots. The cabinets have his and hers drawers, hanging racks and lined shelves. New hardwood floors were added in this Brookfield, WI kitchen and laundry area to match the rest of the house. We refinished the floors on the entire main level.

Claremont, CA - Contemporary/Modern Kitchen Remodel

Classic Kitchens, Etc.

White quartz countertop Recessed panel cabinetry

Weerona House

Demardi.

A butler's pantry with the most gorgeous joinery and clever storage solutions all with a view.

Mid-Century Modern Lake House Remodel

ReVision Design/Remodeling

Lincoln Avenue, Mont Albert North

M.J.Harris Group

Using the same timber look cabinetry, tiger bronze fixtures and wall tiles as the bathrooms, we’ve created stylish and functional laundry and downstairs powder room space. To create the illusion of a wider room, the TileCloud tiles are actually flipped to a horizontal stacked lay in the Laundry. This gives that element of consistent feel throughout the home without it being too ‘same same’. The laundry features custom built joinery which includes storage above and beside the large Lithostone benchtop. An additional powder room is hidden within the laundry to service the nearby kitchen and living space.

Black & Chrome

Lux Interiors

The Black Pearl / laundry

Soaring Eagle Homes

Photography by Steven Paul

Featured Laundry Rooms

Featured Kitchen and Bath, Inc.

The Delhi Laundry Room

JayMarc Homes

This dedicated laundry room is on the second floor and features ample counter and storage, white washer and dryer and floating shelves.

Grey Mountain Transitional

KM Design

Bellevue | Lux Contemporary

design by Christina Perry

A lux, contemporary Bellevue home remodel design with custom built-in, pull-out hamper and folding shelf in the laundry room. Interior Design & Photography: design by Christina Perry

Shoreline Home

Phinney Ridge Cabinet Company

Sollera Fine Cabinetry Designer: Tim Moser Whistler door style-- Maple stained Graystone

Saratoga Canyon

ODS Architecture

Laundry room counter steps up over the wash and dryer with quartz countertop, oak cabinets, finger pulls and a cold-rolled steel back wall with open shelf.

Smart Laundry

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Sherwin William's Refuge paint color sums up this laundry space. Organized layout offers it all: lots of counter space, under mount sink, & hanging storage. Photos by Mandi

Laundry

GDP Interior Design

The brief was for multipurpose space that is the Laundry come craft room. The double barn door in Dulux Deep Aqua opens into the room, with polished concrete floors, white cabinetry and sliding exterior door. Fold out table integrated into the joinery can be used to fold clothes or double as a craft desk, then tuck away neatly. Dulux White duck half to walls in Laundry and hallway

Mid Century Modern Ranch

Froze Design Build, Inc.

Richard Froze

Okotoks Whole Home Renovation

The Home Design Co.

This whole home renovation was designed to create a cozy and warm space. With rich colours and an open concept floor plan - this home is the perfect oasis.

The Grown Up Ranch Laundry Room

Melinda Mandell Interior Design

This bold, eclectic laundry room hints at mid-century-modern style with it's warm walnut veneer cabinets, and fun patterned tile floor. The backsplash is a matte-black glazed brick tile. The floor is a pinwheel patterned porcelain tile that looks like encaustic cement tile. The countertop, which extends over the washer and dryer is a soft warm greige (grey-brown) or light taupe quartz slab, for durability and stain-resistance. Overall, this laundry room is functional and fun!

Laundry Room Design Ideas with Medium Wood Cabinets and Quartz 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.