There are some places in our homes that, by their very nature, receive less love and attention than the rest of the house. The laundry can often be one of those spaces that tend to be overlooked. But it doesn’t have to be. In fact, a well-designed laundry can make a world of difference in your daily life.
While the laundry isn’t quite the heart of the household, it is an area where you spend a significant amount of time keeping up with the household washing demands. By incorporating clever laundry storage ideas and streamlining your space, you can make your life easier and (dare we say it) make laundry days a little more enjoyable. Which is why we have gathered some laundry design ideas to inspire your creativity, even in the humble laundry.
From unique small laundry ideas to practical tips for every home laundry, we have put together this guide of laundry design ideas to ensure you get the most out of your laundry, whatever it looks like. Whether you are in the early stages of design for a new build, are undertaking an intensive renovation, or want to make some simple laundry additions to your existing space, we are sure you will find what you are looking for in our list of laundry design ideas.
Consider your appliances
When it comes to laundry design ideas, one of the most important considerations is your appliances and where they will live in your space — especially if you are still in the design stage and can make design adjustments based on your desired appliances.
If your laundry is on the smaller side, then stackable appliances can help create a more streamlined space. Alternatively, having your washer and dryer side by side under your bench space can be a great option for preserving bench space for other laundry essentials.
Top tip: Make sure your cabinetry is deep enough to accommodate your appliances.
Don’t forget the humble hanging rail
While a hanging rail is a relatively stock standard feature in the bathroom, it can also be incredibly useful as a space-saver in your laundry, making it one of our favourite simple yet effective laundry storage ideas. We recommend adding a hanging rail under your overhead cabinets for drying items, which is especially beneficial for delicate items that can’t be put through the dryer.
Add concealed pullout shelves
Pull-out shelves concealed as drawers are another great laundry storage idea. We love the concealed-drawer look, especially when placed in close proximity to your washer or dryer. This allows for convenient balancing of your washing basket as you sort your washing. If you are looking for the perfect hardware to complete your laundry cupboards and shelves, take a look at our cabinetry hardware.
Get the most out of your sink
While it may not be the most exciting consideration in the world, putting a little bit of forethought into your sink purchase can make all the difference for future practicality. A practical, deep sink is a must-have for soaking clothing items or filling wash buckets without having to manoeuvre the bucket to the right awkward angle to fit.
Make room for a tall cupboard
If your laundry will double as a space for storing your cleaning supplies, as they often do, then a tall cupboard is perfect for storing more oversized items like brooms, mops and ironing boards. This will keep these items out of sight and free up valuable floor space in your laundry.
Top tip: If you are still in the design stage of your laundry, one of our favourite small laundry ideas is a pull-down ironing board. This design eliminates the clunkiness of a standard ironing board.
Remember ventilation
Ventilation is crucial for a practical and hygienic laundry. Whether you have an exhaust fan or an external window that can be easily accessed, good ventilation will help prevent moisture buildup and keep your laundry room fresh and clean. If you have a more spacious laundry, adding an indoor house plant can also be a good idea for air purification and giving your space a fresh feel.
Welcome drawers into the laundry room
While many laundry storage ideas tend to incorporate cupboards, we believe there is a strong case for incorporating drawers into your laundry. Drawers are great for storing smaller items like vacuum attachments, pegs, or washing powders. They keep everything organised and easily accessible, making them perfect for stepping up your laundry day.
All hail, excess bench space
You cannot go wrong with extra bench space. Whether you have a stockpile of clothes to put away, an increasing number of school uniforms that need to be ironed, or you need to set up multiple soaking buckets post-camping trip, bench space in the laundry is always in high demand. Having plenty of bench space gives you a place to fold clothes, sort items, and keep the flow of your household laundry in order without feeling cramped.
Pro tip: If you are in the design stages of your laundry, we recommend overestimating rather than underestimating the amount of bench space you will need. We are yet to hear a complaint of too much bench space…
That’s a wrap—creating a practical yet beautiful laundry room is easy, right? While we aren’t quite yet at the stage of AI doing our household laundry for us, by incorporating some clever laundry storage ideas, you can create a space that works for you and makes your time in the laundry less labour-intensive and more simplified.
At Yabby, we offer a wide range of laundry products to help you create the laundry you deserve. From towel rails to cabinetry hardware, we have everything you need to design a beautiful and functional laundry room. Browse our laundry collection today and start planning your dream space!