But functional lighting fixtures can add design oomph. “Selecting attractive cabinets, countertops and backsplashes elevates the look of the space,” Capiro says. There are also stylish laundries in garages. “Instead of one, people want two,” she says.Ĭapiro cites a client who is putting laundry rooms on both the first and second floors - one near the bedrooms and the other adjacent to the kitchen, with a big utility sink. “Another big trend is the double-stacked washer and dryer” - two of each, next to each other. “In most new construction, the laundry is on the master bedroom floor,” says Gruman. Then we chose a durable white quartz countertop, which complements the tiles,” she says. “We selected marble subway tiles for the walls, as marble is in the bathrooms. Peel-and-stick wallpaper tiles are another DIY-friendly option, perhaps in faux stone, decorative patterns or nature prints.įor one recent project, Capiro tied in materials from other rooms. In a laundry room, I’ll use a vinyl wallpaper it’s easy to clean, durable and flame-retardant.” “It’s cost-effective and creates visual impact. “Wallpaper is my go-to,” says designer Maritza Capiro in Coral Gables, Florida. Would you prefer a pristine oasis, with calming hues and accents, or an upbeat space with bright colors and lots of pattern? If your laundry room is in a separate spot that guests rarely see, there’s an opportunity to really personalize it. A textured tile or an intricate design with a splash of color can work wonders here.” Hillary Stamm of HMS Interior Design in El Segundo, California, agrees: “This is a space you aren’t in for hours (let’s hope!) so have some fun. “They’re another area to design and decorate, where people feel comfortable taking a risk with a bright, fun wallpaper,” says Abby Gruman of Abby Leigh Designs in New York City. Laundry rooms no longer need to be hidden. Other features might include ventless drying, offered by many brands. In a closet or bath, stacked machines conserve space,” says Pasadena, California, designer Jeanne Chung. “In a kitchen, side-by-side (laundry) appliances can be hidden underneath countertops to make use of every inch. Some major manufacturers now offer a washer/dryer combo unit that does everything in one machine, good news for apartment dwellers and others with limited space.įor separate machines, stackables tend to be more compact. The spin on what’s new in home laundry areas:
Energy-saving features on the machinery are standard, and homeowners are asking for simple sinks for hand-washing garments, as well as racks and retractable clotheslines to air dry, designers say. Sustainability concerns are also changing laundry spaces. Houzz’s 2022 Houzz & Home survey said spending on laundry renovations was up by about a third in 2021 over previous years. Pinterest recently reported “luxe laundry” as one of its most searched terms.
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