Light and storage are two factors that are easily underestimated
In many modern homes, the laundry room is gradually becoming an important space to optimize living. However, many families still make basic mistakes in the design process, making this area cramped, inconvenient and difficult to use for a long time.
Ms. Gwen Whiting, a fabric care expert working at The Laundress (USA), believes that many people only focus on washing machines and dryers and forget support areas such as clothing sorting, folding clothes, hanging clothes or treating stains.
According to her, one of the most common errors is inappropriate lighting arrangement. Weak light makes it difficult for users to recognize stains on clothes, easy to confuse when classifying bright and dark colors, and also causes inconvenience when operating with the device.
Interior experts recommend prioritizing ceiling lights or lights attached under cabinets to increase lighting efficiency. For small laundry rooms, strong white light will help the space look wider and cleaner.
In addition, lack of storage space is also a common mistake. Many families do not arrange enough shelves, drawers or built-in cabinets, making laundry quickly become messy. Taking advantage of vertical space with shelves or high cabinets close to the ceiling will help the room be neater and optimize the area.
Lack of versatility makes the laundry room wasteful
According to Ms. Gwen Whiting, the laundry room should not just be a place to place machinery but should be designed as a multi-functional space. In many families, the laundry room is also integrated with a space for shoes, toilets or storage for household items.
For houses with limited space, stacking washing machines and dryers is an effective solution to save floor space. In addition, a deep sink or seat with a storage compartment also helps increase convenience during use.
Another mistake is focusing too much on function and neglecting aesthetics. In fact, a beautifully designed laundry room will create a more comfortable feeling when used. Details such as wooden shelves, rattan baskets, bright walls or simple wallpaper can help the space become lively without spending too much money.
According to real estate experts, a scientifically designed and versatile laundry room also contributes to enhancing the value of the house, especially in the context that buyers are increasingly prioritizing convenient living spaces and optimizing functions.
