Luxurious Laundry Rooms

The laundry room has come out of hiding in recent years. No longer located in basements or the garage, laundry rooms are incorporated into the main traffic of the home and are part of the design of the home. Since homeowners spend an average of six hours a week in their laundry room washing clothes so it’s no surprise why homeowners crave a more organized, attractive, and functional space. In fact, most architects and designers are incorporating more detailed laundry rooms in their house plans so homeowners can create a comfortable and functional space for the whole family to enjoy.

solution to incorporate an exciting feature in a smaller space. Like a pop of bold color, a touch of patterned wallpaper can make the laundry room a style space rather than simply a functional space.

Experts also point out that with the multipurpose of the space, a growing trend is incorporating decoration in the laundry space, making it feel more like part of the home. Artwork, flowers, plants, and decorative items give the space a polished and inviting feel. Design features such as new or modern light fixtures and window treatments add finishing touches and bring the laundry space into the overall design of the home rather than a separate space. Lighting, experts agree, is not a design feature to overlook. Adding features such as a pendant light where more light is necessary serves a function, adds to the design, and allows you to flex a personal design muscle without overwhelming the space. Additionally, special features such as LED lights under cabinets and over folding stations or a decorative chandelier add more personalization to a space.

Our experts also say flooring has become a significant design feature in laundry rooms. While the laundry room still has to function for doing laundry, and there will always be lint and dirt from closing and shoes, bold flooring in a utilitarian space is a trend that is on the rise. Patterned floor tiles are on the rise as they allow for easy clean-up and add a punch of style to the space. Harwood is also a classic choice and can carry the aesthetic of other areas of the home throughout the space.

Something starting to trend this year is the door. If the laundry room has a door, our experts point out that making the door a design feature through color is a great way to add a punch of style to an otherwise neutral space. Energetic hues like mint green or teal are trending this year for laundry room doors. Additionally, adding a step that elevates the washer and dryer is a trend that is on the rise. The step relieves pressure on the back while doing laundry and also creates a design feature, adding to the room’s overall design.

Gone are the days when laundry rooms are left out of the home tour. Most homeowners want to know where the laundry room is and how it engages with the rest of the home. Our experts remind homeowners that any room can be as beautiful as they are functional and to stick with classic colors and add cool and trendy features like chalkboards, baskets, or cubbies to keep organized and reduce clutter attractively. Ultimately, the goal of the laundry room is to clean clothes and be part of the home’s overall design.