In my previous post I talk about designing for the way you really live. But there’s no need to dwell on limitations. Most importantly, you do not need to compromise. Even when dealing with a tiny space. Below please find some big laundry room design ideas.

Problems and shortcomings invite design to the rescue:

• Think strategically about how you use the space.
• And then make one part do a job of six.
• Always consider best-case scenario.
• Use off-the-shelf elements in un-conventional ways.

Design ideas file tip #7 / laundry room:

ENLIVEN & ENERGIZE

Problem: Half of the existing utility room has to be donated to the adjacent bedroom.

laundry room

Solution: Avoid clichés — infuse with a fresh approach.
Create visual interest.
Stack washer/dryer. Compress by upcycling various IKEA space-saving offerings.

laundry valet

(see more in ideaBOOK 02)

Added Benefit: An opportunity to display and organize my Russian wooden spoons.

laundry valet

This post is based on the ideaBOOK 01 Displaying & Organizing available for a free download here. It also refers to ideaBOOK 02 Upcycling IKEA available for a free download here.

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