Leading laundry ideas to love
While keeping up with the family’s dirty laundry may not be the most exciting job in the household, the laundry room does not have to be dreary or drab. While being compact in size, it should pack a big punch in the style stakes.
The laundry can be beautiful, highly functional and still be able to meet the heavy demands of a busy household.
Our national design manager, Jeff Bugeja and his team, design laundries with style, useability and functionality at front of mind.
“We also want to create laundries with the three ‘S’s’ in mind – they need to be smart, stunning and have plenty of storage.”
Store it
A laundry must have storage and loads of it. If you break down all the items put in a laundry, you will then know the amount of storage you need when you set up your laundry.
“From detergents, linen, ironing boards, mops and brooms, to Christmas decorations and unused boogie boards, the laundry tends to be the storage haven you need for the most used and neglected items,” Jeff says.
Overhead cabinets are perfect for storing all your cleaning products that need to be out of reach from children. Open shelving can enhance the design and is perfect for baskets or frequently used items, making them easily accessible.
Jeff has a saying, "Everything in its place and a place for everything," which is spot on when it comes to laundry design.
Personal touches
Jeff says, “A touch of greenery goes a long way in a laundry. From a funky hanging basket to a trifecta of succulents, indoor plants add some much-needed freshness to what is often a light and stark space.”
Air dryers are also a chic add-on giving the laundry another functionality hit while saving energy and money on electrical clothes drying. An extended benchtop makes sorting, folding and stacking clothes a breeze.
Not to mention a top-notch washing machine and dryer. There are a number of striking washers and dryers which add more star power to your laundry.”
Get camped with colour
While many laundries tend to be white, a touch of light greys with a hint of natural trims and classic hues adds some contrast and depth to the space.
“Consider black or copper tapware or tiles for a wow-factor, with a sassy laundry trough and sleek bench top. Contrasting Moroccan or Positano tiles finish the look."
What do you love about your laundry?
