We love when designers get creative in the laundry room, turning a utilitarian space into a joyful room. These fresh and functional spaces feature smart storage, pops of pattern and durable materials. If you don’t have the budget for a full laundry room reno, adding small elements like plants, art or textiles can instantly elevate a space.
“I love doing laundry now,” says homeowner Caitlin Alford of her charming laundry room, that features botanical prints, checkerboard-style floors and un-lacquered brass accents. In another unforgettable laundry room, designer Emilia Wisnieski, who typically reserves her daring design moves for powder rooms, infused her client’s condo laundry room (seen here!) with colorful wallpaper and a sculptural pendant light. “Laundry is so boring, so why not make that space a little more fun and exciting?” she says.
Designer Eva Healy maintained the theme of this Art Deco-style house in the laundry room. Graphic wall tile, a modern light fixture and even a hit of gilt on the laundry room rod feels glam.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Designer: Eva Healy
Stacked navy tile brings brings a pop of color to this sleek laundry room that offers plenty of prep space for folding.
Photographer: Michelle Johnson
Designer: Alykhan Velji Designs
A graphic laundry room doubles as a craft area in the 2022 PMH showhome designed by Brian Gluckstein. Smaller wash loads can be laundered in a separate tub in the washing machine’s base.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Designer: Brian Gluckstein
High-contrast art prints, woven baskets, penny tiles and fragrant eucalyptus elevate the style in this small laundry room.
Photographer: Lauren Miller
Designer: Architecture by Vanessa Fong; design by Jessica McGouran
A vintage-inspired laundry room by Ashley Montgomery features rustic touches like checkerboard-style floors, shiplap walls, wood counters and brass hardware.
Photographer: Lauren Miller
Designer: Ashley Montgomery
Botanical prints from Germany are lovely along the shelf, while subway tile, a peg rail and the brass faucet reinforce the retro vibe.
Photographer: Lauren Miller
Designer: Ashley Montgomery
Designer Sophie Burke echoed the cabinet style of her sister’s white oak kitchen in the basement laundry room. The neutral design is fresh and in line with the minimalist home’s Scandi vibe.
Photographer: Ema Peter
Designer: Sophie Burke
Salvaged fir doors and an old concrete laundry sink give this laundry room and mudroom a sense of history. “All were found on Kijiji. I think we paid $20 for the sink!” says designer Shannon Vosters.
Photographer: Robin Stubbert
Designer: Shannon Vosters
The mudroom–laundry room in this historical Nova Scotia house shares the same palette as the rest of the traditional English-style home. A laundry room cabinet skirt is a clever way turn bulky appliances into pretty moments.
Photographer: Janet Kimber
Designer: Colin Blanchard & Kenneth McRobbie
This handsome laundry room has a high-contrast look with black cabinets and graphic mosaic wall tile that complements the hits of gold on the cabinet hardware and plumbing fixtures.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Designer: Barnard & Speziale design
Designer Jennifer Overweel brought playful design moves to every room of her house. Patterned wallpaper and Moroccan floor tile create a happy mix in the laundry room of her Oakville, Ont. home.
We love when designers get creative in the laundry room, turning a utilitarian space into a joyful room. These fresh and functional spaces feature smart storage, pops of pattern and durable materials. If you don’t have the budget for a full laundry room reno, adding small elements like plants, art or textiles can instantly elevate a space. (cited)
