Laundry Room Ideas

Since we got a new washer and dryer for Christmas, I've been dreaming about a new laundry room. As I was looking for ideas, I stumbled across this website called Houzz. It's amazing! It has tons of pictures, products, and ideabooks!

Here's been some of my inspiration thus far (courtesy of Houzz)...

traditional laundry room design by other metros kitchen and bath Mullet Cabinet

My favorite feature of this room is the bar right above the washer and dryer for hanging. It's genius!

traditional laundry room design by orange county design-build Spinnaker Development

I'm totally in LOVE with this - look at all that storage! Ah, love it! Clearly I'm delusional to think this will be MY laundry room but maybe in a few years when I finally hit that big Powerball payday! Hey, a girl can dream, right?

But honestly, here are some ideas I've stumbled upon so far that I think can be incorporated into our limited space.

traditional living room design by san francisco interior designer Lindy Donnelly

I like the idea of hiding the laundry room behind a bookcase, it's a really cool concept. The only problem I can see is the hassle of moving the bookcase everytime I go to do laundry. I know it may sound silly but I can't help but think this is a great idea in theory and not in reality.

modern laundry room design by san francisco architect Klopf Architecture

I love the the use of space here. And since we have limited space it may be a great option!

contemporary laundry room design by newark interior designer Kingsley Belcher Knauss, ASID

This room is really the most realistic for us. It's a great use of space, still has storage, and even a small counter for folding clothes or a makeshift desk.

contemporary laundry room design by other metros general contractor Weaver Custom Homes

I'm really a fan of the built in look of this washer and dryer, it gives the room a very finished look. The counters and storage also make the room look super functional. If we went with this design we'd have to cut back on the amount of cabinets and storage but I still think we could pull it off.

I never dreamed there could be so many options and ideas! Right now, our laundry area is an extension of our kitchen so I don't want to commit to anything too crazy. Especially if a laundry room remodel  would result in having to do a kitchen makeover at the same time. Oh decisions, decisions!