Top 10 Laundry Rooms of 2020
Smart storage features and stylish finishes helped make these the most-saved laundry photos among Houzz users this year
Becky Harris
December 9, 2020
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This Trending Now story features the most-saved laundry room photos uploaded to Houzz since Jan. 1, 2020
We expect a lot from our laundry rooms. In addition to wanting them to be welcoming spaces, we also want them to accommodate a large number of tasks in what’s typically a small amount of square footage. But with the right design details, such as hanging rods, utility sinks, countertops for folding and dedicated storage for laundry baskets, these spaces can be incredibly functional and stylish. The following spaces offer plenty of inspiration for both. Here’s a countdown of the most-saved laundry room photos uploaded to Houzz in 2020.
We expect a lot from our laundry rooms. In addition to wanting them to be welcoming spaces, we also want them to accommodate a large number of tasks in what’s typically a small amount of square footage. But with the right design details, such as hanging rods, utility sinks, countertops for folding and dedicated storage for laundry baskets, these spaces can be incredibly functional and stylish. The following spaces offer plenty of inspiration for both. Here’s a countdown of the most-saved laundry room photos uploaded to Houzz in 2020.
10. Seafoam Serenity
Seafoam green tiles with a handmade look make for a calming vibe in this Los Angeles laundry room by Amy Lind Interiors. Brass accents and wood countertops warm the light, bright space, while a large sink doubles as a flower-arranging station.
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Seafoam green tiles with a handmade look make for a calming vibe in this Los Angeles laundry room by Amy Lind Interiors. Brass accents and wood countertops warm the light, bright space, while a large sink doubles as a flower-arranging station.
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9. Hidden Secrets
Interior designer Henrietta Heisler used a few tricks to maximize the storage in this York, Pennsylvania, laundry room. She bumped out the cabinets and shelves over the washer and dryer for two reasons. One, she hid the air vent in plain sight (it’s behind the open shelves on the right) and painted it to match the cabinetry. Two, it makes it easier to access items when standing in front of the machines.
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Interior designer Henrietta Heisler used a few tricks to maximize the storage in this York, Pennsylvania, laundry room. She bumped out the cabinets and shelves over the washer and dryer for two reasons. One, she hid the air vent in plain sight (it’s behind the open shelves on the right) and painted it to match the cabinetry. Two, it makes it easier to access items when standing in front of the machines.
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8. Study in Contrasts
The pros at JMH Designs punctuated this light gray Boston laundry room with touches of black for contrast. The backsplash adds pattern to the room, while the floor, faucet and hardware add just the right amount of dark details.
The pros at JMH Designs punctuated this light gray Boston laundry room with touches of black for contrast. The backsplash adds pattern to the room, while the floor, faucet and hardware add just the right amount of dark details.
7. Warm and Whimsical
Walnut Shaker-style cabinetry and accents bring warmth to this transitional laundry room in San Jose, California. After getting to know her clients, interior designer Cathie Hong knew they’d be tickled by a whimsical cat wallpaper. The dark hexagonal floor tile adds a modern touch to the mix.
Walnut Shaker-style cabinetry and accents bring warmth to this transitional laundry room in San Jose, California. After getting to know her clients, interior designer Cathie Hong knew they’d be tickled by a whimsical cat wallpaper. The dark hexagonal floor tile adds a modern touch to the mix.
6. Handy Laundry Basket Storage
Houzz readers loved this smart built-in for four laundry baskets. The feature of the Burlington, Vermont, laundry room by Inspired Closets Vermont makes it easy to dump out a basket, put it back in its designated space, sort dirty laundry and fold clean laundry on the counter.
Houzz readers loved this smart built-in for four laundry baskets. The feature of the Burlington, Vermont, laundry room by Inspired Closets Vermont makes it easy to dump out a basket, put it back in its designated space, sort dirty laundry and fold clean laundry on the counter.
5. Clean, Transitional Style
The team at Urbanology Designs used a mix of white, wood and brass to give this Flower Mound, Texas, laundry room clean, transitional style. Plenty of cabinets, cubbies, a hanging rod, rolling laundry bins and ample counter space make doing laundry a breeze. A large, beautiful light fixture elevates the room’s style.
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The team at Urbanology Designs used a mix of white, wood and brass to give this Flower Mound, Texas, laundry room clean, transitional style. Plenty of cabinets, cubbies, a hanging rod, rolling laundry bins and ample counter space make doing laundry a breeze. A large, beautiful light fixture elevates the room’s style.
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4. Elegant Elements
Plain and Posh used a combination of patterned Moroccan tiles, dark quartz countertops and wood and brass accents to give this Illinois laundry room-mudroom swanky style. (Check out this wider shot of the space to see more design details, like cabinet doors with brass grilles.)
Plain and Posh used a combination of patterned Moroccan tiles, dark quartz countertops and wood and brass accents to give this Illinois laundry room-mudroom swanky style. (Check out this wider shot of the space to see more design details, like cabinet doors with brass grilles.)
3. Calming Blues and Grays
The palette of light grays and gray-blues in this Miami laundry room by Split Level Construction create a calming atmosphere. The large window behind the sink bathes the lovely space in bright Florida sunlight.
The palette of light grays and gray-blues in this Miami laundry room by Split Level Construction create a calming atmosphere. The large window behind the sink bathes the lovely space in bright Florida sunlight.
2. Smart Drying Rack Storage
In this Grand Rapids, Michigan, laundry room, the team at Visbeen Architects incorporated a clever vertical drying rack that tucks away into a slim cabinet when not in use.
In this Grand Rapids, Michigan, laundry room, the team at Visbeen Architects incorporated a clever vertical drying rack that tucks away into a slim cabinet when not in use.
1. Traditional Character
A combination of wood shelves, porcelain floor tiles, beaded Shaker-style cabinets and a paned window gives this Detroit laundry room classic traditional style. The team at Meadowlark Design+Build also added smart storage for laundry baskets.
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After going through two front loader washers - a GE and a Maytag - in 12 years, my highly rated plumber recommended the Speed Queen brand which only makes top loaders. He said the top loaders distribute the weight of the drum and water better on the bearings. I had never heard of the brand but the reviews were off the charts so I bought one. It doesn't match my front loader dryer and you can't put a folding counter/table over it, but mine are behind doors and I have a counter nearby. Very happy with it performance wise.
We bought our first washer/dryer set with a front loader washer about 5 years ago. We LOVE it. It’s been a blessing for me and I can wash large blankets and comforters at home now! Trick to keep it smelling fresh is: keep the detergent drawer open a little, as well as the door. This lets air circulate through while not in use. Also, we wipe up the moisture inside the door and in the rubberized area inside. This part may seem like extra work, but it’s only necessary after several loads and prevents mold/mildew buildup inside the machine. Maintenance is part of owning anything in your home, just like your car! PS: we had wooden “risers” built to raise washer/dryer up 8”. Customized and cheaper than buying from manufacturers.
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That's interesting that you found the reviews were off the charts. I bought a Speed Queen a couple of years ago based on the advice of the appliance store salesperson. I've never been so disappointed in an appliance in my life. I had visited the store with the intent of buying an LG top-loader, based on reviews from Consumer Reports and Consumersearch.com. The sales person, however, raved about the Speed Queen and sold me on it. I too had never heard of it. A month or so later, when I realized it was not really getting my laundry clean, I checked Consumer Reports and saw that it had been given a very poor review -- one of the worst washers they had ever tested ! Silly me.... I should have bought the LG top-loader as planned. Lesson learned. (The furniture store refuses to take back the Speed Queen because it is not defective.)