Even the most utilitarian rooms deserve a little design love. These five new laundry spaces prove that function and style can happily coexist. Here, design and construction pros share details on how they leaned on bold color, clever layouts and hardworking details to turn wash-and-fold zones into inviting spaces that elevate laundry day.
1. Sunny Retro Vibe
Designer: Susan Wintersteen of Savvy Interiors
Location: San Diego
Size: 70 square feet (6.5 square meters); 7 by 10 feet
Homeowners’ request. “They wanted a hardworking laundry that felt cheerful and a little retro, with better storage, a landing zone for folding and a place for the dog gear by the yard door,” designer Susan Wintersteen says. “The original room was dark, cramped and had zero counter space. Our goal: brighten it up, make it multipurpose and lean into a ’70s vibe without feeling theme-y.”
Wintersteen uses Houzz Pro to manage her design-build projects. “We use Houzz Pro for Mood Boards, proposals and product tracking with our procurement team,” she says. “The visual boards help clients make faster decisions because they can see the palette and proportions together, and the integrated proposals keep selections and pricing clear.”
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