While it’s rare to see the laundry make anybody’s list of ‘Top 5 Favourite Home Spaces,’ there’s still plenty you can do to add some vibrancy and inject some fun into this humble space.
From folding, ironing and hanging your washing to housing your cleaning supplies or furry friend, the room wears many functional hats which makes it important that the space not only looks inviting but is practical for your needs too.
‘Everyone uses their laundry differently and, just like with your kitchen, it’s important you think about the layout and storage options that are right for you,’ says Boutique Homes Interior Designer, Bec Stephens.
‘Plus, because it’s a room you’ll most likely use daily, it also pays to make it a beautiful, easy-to-use space that flows with the rest of your home.’
Below, Bec provides some top tips for creating a stylish and practical laundry.
1. Select your laundry’s interior style
Most people tend to use the style of their kitchen as the design base for the rest of their home (including the laundry) but ultimately it comes down to colour palette and tiling choices.
‘For consistency and flow throughout the home, keep your tapware, benches and base cabinetry in similar colours to your cooking hub,’ suggests Bec. ‘You can then change up key elements like introducing a different overhead cabinetry colour, open shelving or a feature splashback tile to add a unique design element to your laundry space.’
To help get started, Bec shares three of the more popular design styles below:
