From Water Damage to Warmth: Our Laundry Room Reveal
What began as a space damaged by water has been transformed into one of my favorite corners of the house. Our laundry room may be small, but now it feels layered, cozy, and full of charm.. a place I actually enjoy walking into each day.
When we started this project, my goal was to balance function with warmth. I didn’t want the room to feel purely utilitarian; instead, I wanted it to carry the same sense of character and comfort as the rest of our home.
The art came first. Over the years, I’ve gathered pieces on little treasure hunts—antique shops, flea markets, and unexpected finds. Framing them together in this space gave the room an instant sense of history and made it feel personal from the very beginning.
The floor set the tone for the design. Rayley Beth Design created a painted pattern in Farrow and Ball French Gray, a color that reads soft green but shifts beautifully with the light. It’s subtle enough not to overwhelm, but gives the room personality. From there, the Carleton V wallpaper was chosen to echo that layered, traditional feel. The wallpaper’s pattern adds depth and a little romance, helping the tiny space feel considered rather than forgotten.
I wanted the cabinetry to stay timeless and bright, so we went with Benjamin Moore White Dove and a trellis style. Paired with simple knobs from Alno, the look is fresh and simple. For countertops, we chose honed ubatuba granite. Its deep green-black surface grounds the room and brings a touch of practicality that can withstand daily use.
Softness came through with a café curtain, sewn in a discontinued Cowtan & Tout fabric that I wish I could still order by the bolt. Even our sweet dog got her touch of beauty - the vintage food and water bowls are Johnson Bros. ironstone in the Sheraton pattern, a little nod to our love of English antiques.
Every decision in this room - big or small - was made to reflect the mix I love most: utility wrapped in beauty, old layered with new. The end result is a space that works hard for us while also telling our story.
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