If your home doesn’t have an expansive laundry room with all the bells and whistles no need to worry. With a little creativity you can create a space for everything you need. Thanks to the owner’s clever storage ideas and making the most of the space they had available. This lovely home was built in 1938 but is owned by a young couple. We wanted the laundry powder room area to look modern and fresh but still honor the heritage of the home. Check out how this young couple used clever storage ideas for a small stylish laundry room with the help of Hattersley Construction and Cindy Hattersley Design.
The laundry room before was actually larger but not nearly as functional. It was long and narrow and entered directly by the side door. There was a teeny weeny powder bath attached that you could barely turn around in. Unfortunately we failed to take before pictures of the powder bath.
The three small pantry closets were removed and replaced with new cabinets built by Shoreline Woodworks. The couple purchased this clever functional and attractive ladder (on Amazon). It folds flat and leans against the wall. When needed they can reach the high cupboards.
The window was removed and a wall was added allowing the stackable front loading washer and dryer to be tucked into the corner. The walls are painted Benjamin Moore Simply White, the cabinets Pitch Black.
Inexpensive clever storage (from Amazon linked below) saved dollars on built-ins. The couple had the vintage beer box. It never hurts to add something vintage to add character to a more modern space.
Dog food storage (also from Amazon) fits perfectly in drawers to hide unsightly storage containers.
By using inexpensive storage elsewhere the couple was able to save their pennies for a much needed blind storage unit for the corner.
Beau and Copper waiting for treats.
Once we made better use of the existing space, we were able to squeeze in a small entry and place the powder bath off that. Instead of a small square the powder room became more of a rectangle so the tiny space became more usable.
Again I always like to add something vintage to give a modern space character. Here we added a vintage pot from Perch Decor
On the walls (sorry this room is so tiny it is impossible to get pictures) we added two vintage baskets (also from Perch Decor). The toilet is at the other end of the room (not a very interesting picture so we are leaving that out).
We chose black and white hexagonal tile for the floor in keeping with the original style of the home. We purchased it at Salinas Tile if you are local. I linked a similar tile below if you are not.
The counters are Valdara Quartz in Sereno Bianco (a really good match if you want a calacatta look alike). The walls are simply white by Benjamin Moore. I have linked all the products in the widget below for your convenience.
LAUNDRY AND POWDER BATH PRODUCTS
I just found this unread post. Beautiful solutions and decor! And the pooches add a certain je ne sais quoi! Where did you get the plastic bins on the many shelves? Hugs, smj
Hi Sheila
They are from Target. They are linked at the bottom of the page. You are better off ordering if you need several. The stores tend to only stock a few at a time.
Everything about this project says: Smart! From the classic black and white color scheme to thoughtful use of purpose and space (the dog food drawer—really?!!—how perfect is that?). Bold move to remove window and stack W&D. I was impressed that the dryer has its own platform and not simply “stacked” with bracket on washer. That is impressed born by my own inexperience when I bought one of the just then out He3 front loaders and dryers. The washer revved up like a jet taking off and the vibrations put cracks in my drywall!!!! I banished the monsters to the basement and took them apart and told them to play nice. We recently replaced the original W&D and the improvement in the technology is amazing and appreciated. My basement laundry room is not decorated—but it does have going for it is the fact my retired husband has become LaundryMan!!!!
Love this space, and you’ve given me a helpful nudge. My laundry room is a disaster, but I just keep closing the door thinking “someday”. It’s not a terrible space and really just needs paint and some details. Time to make a plan.
Laundry would not be a chore in here!! Great idea stacking the washer and dryer, and the blind corner shelves are really smart! Love all the pretty decor and attention to details. Another amazing transformation😍
Hi Linda
Thank you so much for the kind comment. They are loving their new laundry room!
Why would anyone purchase a front loading washer?
Hi Beth
We live in California where water conservation is a big issue. The new front loaders are both water and detergent efficient. There are times when I would love to have my old top loader for bleaching and soaking but I am afraid those days have passed.
What a wonderful redo. Our laundry room is in a closet in our new rental, but surprisingly it’s very efficient with its stackable washer/dryer and shelving.
Love the dogs posing. 🙂
Karen
Hi Karen
I find the more space I have the more likely I am to junk it up! When we were young we had our laundry room in a closet off the bath. It was amazing how much tidier I was!
Wow!! Beautiful Cindy. I’ll take all of it, pretty please!
Especially the pooch on the left?!!
Such great ideas! I’ve got a laundry room needing a redo!
I resisted updating my laundry for years. It is amazing what a little paint and some quick updates can do!
I love seeing this Cindy! In the late 1980’s I redid my kitchen in the Spy House on the Hill in nearly the exact same look. Back then, no one thought about doing black cabinets. The house was built in the early 30’s and was Art Deco, so it looked smashing. In the middle of the kitchen was a large butcher block. Underneath I put an Oriental rug with shades of plum and black and above it I hung an old crystal chandelier. It now hangs in the bathroom of my current home. xoxo, Brenda
That sounds beautiful Brenda! Black and white is always classic isn’t it? And there is nothing like the charm of an old house. This one is a beauty. I will be featuring more of it as it becomes more complete!
THAT BOXER IS ADORABLE AS IS BEAU!
A BEAUTIFUL RE-DO AND I WOULD KILL FOR THIS SPACE!
I CURRENTLY SHARE LAUNDRY WITH PANTRY.UGH!
HOP OVER TO ME TODAY AS I’M SHARING BITS AND BOBS OF MIA CASA!!
XX
Hi Elizabeth
You should have seen it before! They are super organized and have definitely made the most of the space!