Laundry room

The design-build team recessed the dryer vent box. “This enabled the dryer to be placed closer to the wall, allowing for more walking space and avoiding an awkward gap between the appliances and the wall,” Jacques says.

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Attractive herringbone tile floor

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If your cleaning supplies are out of control even after decluttering, you may need a bit more structure. Clear, labeled bins sorted by task (floors, windows, etc.) can help you see at a glance which set of products you need. Pair these with pullout shelves for a supremely organized cleanup zone.

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Laundry room next to mudroom

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Wire shelves designed around laundry basket size can be used to sort colors and delicates,

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Pullout hampers in the cabinetry works just like a trash-recycle pullout cabinet, but with hampers for sorting clothes rather than garbage.

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These portable laundry baskets fit right under an 18-inch-high shelf that supports the appliances, making it all fit into a laundry closet that’s just 5½ feet wide. They can be removed to gather up the laundry around the house and then stowed here. Another bonus to this design is not having to bend over to load and unload the washer and dryer (though you may have to get a duster extender to dust the top of the machines).

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Having a dresser or taller cabinet with drawers is good place to store winter accessories in the mudroom.

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A retractable rod may not look or sound as if it offers much assistance, but don’t discount this small addition. You can hang a lot of pieces of clothing on a hanging rod, while a pullout drying rack will always come in handy without encroaching on much space.

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pretty mudroom with good combo of open and closed storage

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Slim drawer use laundry mesh at the bottom to create drying racks for delicates. A small fan built into the back of the cabinets speeds drying time.

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A drip-dry station in this spacious laundry room allows wet garments to dry without making a mess. In lieu of more cabinetry, this cavity was tiled all over for ultimate water protection. A bar from the top provides a spot to hang clothes, and the floor drain guarantees there is no standing water.

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Hampers. Built-in laundry hampers like these can help you keep your laundry space extra tidy with minimal effort. When the clothes are piling up, just make sure the drawers are closed! This homeowner has a hamper for whites, colors and darks — all tucked away and out of sight.

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Combo laundry/craft room

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