A Kitchen, Beverage-Buffet Piece, Furniture Niche Area and Laundry Room were designed with this homeowners life and style being the main focus. As chef and frequent host for family gatherings, an island large enough to serve and sit at was a no-brainer, and a beautiful beverage area which could also act as a buffet line fills a once empty corner. Through the French door (right side), and around the corner sits a niche area, a perfect place for cookbook storage, and finally through the 2nd French door (left side) is the laundry room, pretty enough to be disguised as part of the kitchen, with matching cabinetry and countertops.

Cape Cod Style Farmhouse Renovation/Remodel, Kittery Maine

Howell Custom Building Group

Rob Karosis, Sabrina Inc

Wendl

The Cousins

Who says laundry has to be boring?

Log Home Luxury

Woodhill Cabinetry & Design Inc

The owners of a newly constructed log home chose a distinctive color scheme for the kitchen and laundry room cabinetry. Cabinetry along the parameter walls of the kitchen are painted Benjamin Moore Britannia Blue and the island, with custom light fixture above, is Benjamin Moore Timber Wolf. Five cabinet doors in the layout have mullion and glass inserts and lighting high lights the bead board cabinet backs. SUBZERO and Wolf appliances and a pop-up mixer shelf are a cooks delight. Michelangelo Quartzite tops off the island, while all other tops are Massa Quartz. The laundry room, with two built-in dog kennels, is painted Benjamin Moore Caliente provides a cheery atmosphere for house hold chores.

Ranch

Thompson Custom Homes

photos by Steve Chenn

Stacked Washer and Dryer Next to Folding Counter with Marble Countertop

Denise Quade Design

An old porcelain farmhouse sink with a drainboard was built in to a sea grass cabinet with a valance toe treatment. A stone wall from the original house was exposed and along with it, the old timber doorway was exposed. A shallow depth cabinet was recessed into the wall into an old opening to store shallow cleaning items.

Laundry Room

Robin's Nest Interiors

Photography by Steven Long

Traditional Laundry Room

Classy Mud Room

d+b kitchen design concepts

Custom lockers, individually designed for the homeowner’s four kids, include closed storage for coats and large backpacks, drawers to house gloves, scarves and other small items and shoe cubbies underneath. The narrow room is made to feel larger by the use of old school black and white large format tile laid on the diagonal. A sink, in keeping with the era of the home, was added to the space for cleaning muddy shoes before entering the main house. The the cabinetry in the room red painted maple with wrought iron hardware and plumbing fixtures. Photo by: Mike Kaskel

Laundry/Mudroom Organization

Room Redefined

Giving all other items in the laundry area a designated home left this homeowner a great place to fold laundry. Don't you love the folding tray that came with their washer and dryer? Room Redefined decluttered the space, and did a lot of space planning to make sure it had good flow for all of the functions. Intentional use of organization products, including shelf-dividers, shelf-labels, colorful bins, wall organization to take advantage of vertical space, and cubby storage maximize functionality. We supported the process through removal of unwanted items, product sourcing and installation. We continue to work with this family to maintain the space as their needs change over time. Working with a professional organizer for your home organization projects ensures a great outcome and removes the stress!

Red Laundry Room

Chantelle McNeish Design

Laundry Room & Side Entrance

French Country with a Twist

H and S Craftsmen with Counter Intelligence

Tour of Remodeled Homes 2015

Deb Seeley Designs LLC

The new laundry and garden room was created by capturing the old master bathroom and walk in closet spaces. Their laundry use to be in their basement.

Markham Colorful Fun Home

Stephensons Electronics & Designs Toronto

The Potomac 2017 Homearama Show Home

River City Custom Homes

Who likes doing laundry? The answer is "anyone who has a laundry room like this!

Highland Park

Dresner Design | Chicago Custom Kitchens Cabinets

The combination Laundry Room/Office features Red gloss lacquer cabinets with aluminum edging by Stossa, Two washers, two dryers, and White Formica countertops with stainless edge 2 1/2” thick. There is a utility sink, built-in desk, under cabinet lighting and power strip, with stained concrete floors. Photo by Jim Tschetter

Terri and Jim's Remodel

Agate Architecture, LLC

Mud room and laundry room combination, with colorful hooks for coats and shoe storage cubbies under a custom built-in bench.

Hyde Park Traditional Bath

Neal's Design Remodel

Pink, Red Laundry Room Design Ideas

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.