Laundry facelift retaining warm colours

[Danniimess]

This thoughtful makeover creates a practical modern space in keeping with the house's original warm colour palette.

• The project
• Before and after
• How to plan a laundry renovation
• More laundry project inspiration

The project

I wanted to create a more functional laundry for my Mum, who has dementia. I wanted it to be user-friendly for Mum, as well as a practical workspace for her carers. Previously it was old and really hard to keep tidy.

I love all things vintage, so I designed the laundry colour palette around the original floor tiles. The warmth of the wooden benchtop and shelves complement the tiles and original wall paint. I was on a budget so I only changed what was necessary!

The cabinet handles have a vintage feel to them and the tiled splashback complements the floor tiles, sharing the same square shape and size. I love how it all came together. It's visually inviting and there's ample room for storage and work space.

I hired a carpenter to custom-build the cabinets and, of course, an electrician and plumber.

Mum loves it! It’s harmonious, with the functional design complementing the original features throughout her 1980s home. It blends in so well with the rest of her home and is a great laundry!

I am a strong believer in working to the strengths of the house you have. Whitewashing it modern isn’t necessary the best result for the long term.

I think the best advice for laundry design is to consider the room as a multi-use room. With social changes today where different generations are now living under the same roof, having a laundry that could convert into a kitchenette or study is a good idea.

Before and after

How to plan a laundry renovation

With research and planning you can turn your laundry into an efficient and even welcoming space. Check out the guide How to plan a laundry renovation by experienced Bunnings Workshop member Adam Woodhams for renovation tips and space-saving ideas.

More laundry project inspiration

Bunnings Workshop member housetohome created lots more storage with this stunning farmhouse laundry renovation.

Bunnings Workshop member Rufaro gave his laundry a fresh new look with this clever budget laundry makeover.

There are also plenty of great ideas in our Top 10 most popular laundry renovation projects.

Let us know if you need a hand with your project – we're here to help.

[Remarka6le]

What an awesome facelift @Danniimess , bench spaces makes all the difference to the look and utility in any laundry and you've added tons of it! Well done!