21 small laundry room ideas – tiny but mighty designs

Do you dream of having a dedicated space to get your whites and darks on? Whether it's a standalone utility nook nestled beyond the kitchen or a cozy under the stairs setup, get creative and think outside of the closet when it comes to small laundry room ideas. Contrary to what you might think, you don't need to have tons of space to realize your laundry room of dreams.

Nailing the perfect laundry room does take some thought, especially when space is limited. How should the white goods be laid out? How can we make the best use of space to maximize functionality whilst utilizing off-the-floor storage solutions? How should we organize our space to create a zen den that's also pleasing to the eye? 

Becky Martin, interior design leader at IKEA says, 'Homes come in a whole range of wonderful shapes and sizes, and sometimes spaces can seem too small or awkward to make full use of. But with clever space-saving ideas, the dream of having a laundry room can become a reality, even in small spaces.'

There are in fact tons of ways to banish your laundry and all its paraphernalia to even the tightest of closets. Don't believe us? Just keep reading... 

By Clare Steel. Contributions from Holly Phillips, Jenny Mcfarlane