10 Beautiful Laundry Room Designs That Make Chores Less Dreadful

Make laundry your favourite part of the day!

Laundry rooms are often overlooked when it comes to home renovation, but there’s no reason a space made for daily tasks can’t be attractive, just like the rest of your house.

Here are 10 stylish and beautiful laundry room ideas to inspire you to transform your laundry room and make even the most mundane tasks more enjoyable!

1. Add a relaxing bench or seating that allows you to lounge while folding laundry

Make laundry day more comfortable by adding a seating area next to it. Take a cue from this 2402 sqft landed home where the homeowner transformed their utility room into four functional areas: a laundry room, a breakfast nook, a coffee station and a cat room.

It’s a great place for the owner to multitask effortlessly—handling the laundry while dining or enjoying a cup of coffee. This space can also become a peaceful space to escape from rambunctious kids!

2. Hide it in plain view for a neat look

For a seamless, clutter-free look, consider this shallow wardrobe by Vuemont Signature Interior Design. It discreetly houses an entire laundry setup, ensuring the space blends harmoniously with your home's minimalist aesthetic while keeping the laundry area out of sight.

The machines are tucked behind a sleek off-white wardrobe door; that way, when the homeowner is not doing laundry, he or she can close the door to conceal the unsightly appliances and supplies.

Best of all, this laundry area offers plenty of room to store essentials like detergent and softener, and even includes a rod for hanging starched shirts, blouses, and formal wear.

3. Create a semi-open laundry design to allow light and air to pass through

For a laundry area that maximizes light and ventilation, consider a semi-open design like the one by Desir Design. Featuring half-wall vent blocks, this layout creates a functional division between the laundry room and kitchen while keeping the space airy and open, allowing natural light and breeze to flow through.

4. Add cheer with patterns or colours

The laundry room might not be the most exciting part of the house, so why not liven it up with bold patterns and colours to make it more inviting?

Here, Aloft Space has transformed a simple room in a bungalow into an attractive yet functional laundry area with a patterned backsplash and dark blue shiplap cabinets. The terrazzo counter on top of the washing machine is perfect for folding laundry, while the built-in rod is useful for drying delicates or other garments that should not be dried in the dryer.

5. Or stick to black and white for a striking, clean look

A laundry room can be a jewel box even when lacking in bold, vibrant colour. This laundry room by Kotak Kreatif Design Studio pleases with a simple palette that is striking but clean. Colour only comes in to play through details and accessories such as the laundry basket and the potted plant.

6. Mix and match tiles for a contemporary look

Struggling to choose between two different tile designs? Snag one set for your backsplash and walls and a different one for the floor, as seen in this laundry room designed by IQI Concept. Though it can be tempting to streamline all the tiles in your space, mixing and matching them can look just as great.

This laundry also doubles as a pet washing area and a designated spot for a secondary fridge.

7. For an open, airy feel, turn your backyard into a full-fledged laundry area

Consider locating your laundry area outside if you have the space because it makes drying clothes more efficient and faster, as well as saving money on electricity bills when compared to using a dryer.

Take design inspiration from this airy, outdoor laundry area. Nu Space Design Studio transformed an empty backyard into a functional, spacious zone where chores can be done with ease. There’s plenty of room to dry clothes, comforters, and even mattresses, while a glass roof ensures protection from the rain.

8. Or add a skylight in your indoor laundry area

Alternatively, you can install a skylight in your laundry room to flood the room with natural light, as seen in this laundry area by Space Up Design. The space is fully sheltered making it suitable for drying clothes at any time of day or night, rain or shine, while being protected from the wind!

9. Keep it neat and clean with a streamlined palette

Laundry days can be stressful, so consider using your design scheme to create a sense of calm. By keeping your palette simple and streamlined, as seen in this laundry room by Doubble Interior Associates, you can visually declutter your space, even when your hamper is full of dirty laundry!

Furthermore, visual clutter, according to a KonMari consultant, can raise your cortisol levels and stress you out. Keeping your laundry room neat and organised will help to prevent this from happening.

10. Create a multitask space by installing a foldable ironing board

If you have the space, consider transforming your laundry room into a versatile multipurpose area. Take inspiration from this design, which also serves as an ironing station, keeping all your laundry tasks in one convenient and accessible spot.

This practical, functional space features a foldable ironing board that saves room when not in use. It also includes cabinets for storing the iron, detergents, and bed linens, along with convenient hanging storage for shirts and dresses.

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