Galleries

There’s something special about the spaces in a home that don’t always get the spotlight. Laundry rooms and mudrooms may not have the same allure as a kitchen island or a freestanding tub, but they play a role that’s just as important and sometimes even more impactful. These are the places that quietly keep a household running. They aren’t just “extra” rooms; they’re the ones that carry the weight of daily living.

Think of them as the hardworking heartbeat of the home. Every boot stomped free of snow, every backpack tossed down after school, every jersey covered in grass stains – it all passes through here. These spaces catch the mess, hold the overflow, and act as the bridge between the outside world and the calm of the inside. And while they’re often hidden behind a door or pushed to the side of a floor plan, their importance can’t be overstated.

What makes these rooms remarkable is not their ability to impress at first glance, but the way they shape the rhythm of your days. A mudroom with the right storage brings order to mornings that used to feel rushed and chaotic. A laundry room designed with counters, proper lighting, and space to breathe can turn chores from draining to doable. When they’re overlooked, you feel the pinch in the little frustrations that pile up. But when they’re done right, you may not notice them at all – you simply notice that life feels easier.

At PURE, we love designing spaces that give back to you in this way. It’s not about grand gestures or elaborate finishes (though we love making them beautiful, too). It’s about crafting rooms that work – rooms that fit your routines, respect your time, and make the everyday run a little smoother. Because for us, that’s what great design is all about: creating homes that don’t just look amazing, but that feel right for the people who live in them.

Think about your day. Where do you drop your coat and boots when you come in from the cold? Where do the kids toss their backpacks, sports gear, and the library books they swore they’d return last week? Where does the dog come bounding in after a muddy walk, shaking off a storm of water and dirt you’re never quite prepared for? And where do you find yourself standing in front of endless piles of laundry, the ones that somehow multiply when you’re not looking?

The answer, of course, is your laundry room and mudroom. These are the hardworking spaces of your home, the ones that don’t always get glory, but carry more weight than most of us realize. They see the grit, the gear, and the everyday utility work that makes everything else shine. They are where real life happens.

When they’re designed thoughtfully, these rooms do more than just contain the mess; they manage it. A well-planned mudroom keeps the clutter from spilling into your main living spaces, turning what could be chaos into order. Suddenly, the front entry feels calm, not crowded. Backpacks, coats, boots, and hockey sticks each have a place, and mornings become less about frantic searches and more about smooth departures. It’s amazing how much peace of mind can come from knowing everything is exactly where it should be.

Laundry rooms have the same potential to transform. What might feel like an endless, thankless task suddenly becomes easier – even enjoyable – when the space supports you. Imagine counters for folding, baskets tucked into shelves, rods for hanging clothes straight from the dryer, and enough storage so the detergents and cleaning supplies aren’t scattered on top of the machines. Add good lighting, smart layout, and maybe even a sink for rinsing muddy boots or soaking uniforms, and suddenly this room works with you, not against you. You might still have to do the laundry – but it won’t feel quite so endless.

At PURE, we never see these as “secondary” rooms. To us, they are essential spaces that carry your family’s rhythms, routines, and real-life moments. A beautiful laundry room or mudroom doesn’t just make your home look better; it makes your life easier. It gives you time back, helps mornings feel calmer, and makes the flow of your day a little smoother. These are the spaces that quietly set the tone for how the rest of your home functions, and when they’re done right, you notice the difference every single day.

Because at the end of the day, a home isn’t just about how it looks – it’s about how it lives.

The mudroom is your first line of defense against the chaos of daily life. It’s the landing zone where everything comes in – boots, coats, groceries, sports gear, mail, bags, you name it. Without a proper mudroom, all that ends up in your entryway, your kitchen, or scattered throughout the house.

That’s why we design mudrooms with purpose. They need to handle heavy traffic and daily wear and tear, but they also deserve to look and feel good. Because the truth is, this isn’t just a dumping ground. It is a transitional space, the bridge between the outside world and the calm of your home.

• Built-in storage
  • Cubbies, lockers, and benches that keep everything in its place. Each family member gets their own space, so coats and bags don’t pile up on the floor.
• Durable Finishes
  • Floors that can handle snow and mud, walls that can stand up to scuffs, hooks that can carry the weight of winter coats.
• Smart Layouts
  • Enough rooms to move, even with multiple people coming in at once. Space for seating while shoes come off, and circulation flows into the rest of the home.
• Pet-Friendly Touches
  • Mudrooms are the perfect place for a dog washing station or a cozy spot for pet beds. Because let’s face it, pets bring a lot of mud inside.
• A touch of style
  • Just because it’s hardworking doesn’t mean it can’t be beautiful. We love incorporating warm wood tones, stylish hardware, or a bold tile floor that makes a statement.

If the mudroom is the front line, the laundry room is the engine. It’s where the cycle of daily life keeps turning clothes, linens, towels, sports uniforms, and bedding. Laundry may never end, but the space where you can do it makes a huge difference.

We are passionate about designing laundry rooms that actually make the task easier. No more cramped corners where you’re constantly juggling baskets. No more lack of counter space for folding

When done right, a laundry room becomes a place where everything has its place – and where doing laundry doesn’t feel quite so overwhelming.

• Generous counter space
  • Folding is easier when you have the room to spread out.
• Deep Sinks
  • Perfect for handwashing, soaking, or dealing with muddy gear
• Built-in Cabinets and Shelving
  • Storage for detergents, cleaning supplies, extra linens, and seasonal items.
• Hanging Rods and Drying Racks
  • So, clothing can air-dry without draping all over the house.
• Lighting
  • Doing laundry feels lighter and less like a chore in a bright, airy space.
• Smart appliance placement
  • Machines at the right height, tucked into custom cabinetry with space for hampers nearby.
• Durable Surfaces
  • Countertops that can take a beating, flooring that stands up to water and traffic.

One of our favorite design solutions is combining the laundry room and mudroom into a single, multifunctional space. It just makes sense – both rooms handle the messy, practical side of life, so why not let them work together? 

A combined mudroom and laundry room offers efficiency and flow. Dirty sports gear goes straight from the mudroom into the wash. Wet clothes from the dog wash station can go right into the dryer. Groceries can be set on the laundry counter as you come in the door.

When these spaces overlap, life feels easier. And with the right design, they don’t just work harder – they look beautiful doing it.

At PURE, we believe that the true beauty of laundry rooms and mudrooms lies in how they make life easier. These spaces aren’t about being flashy or elaborate – they’re about function, flow, and making the everyday feel lighter. When designed well, they quietly support your household so you can spend less time stressing about the little things and more time enjoying the moments that matter most.

We’ve seen firsthand how much of a difference these “behind-the-scenes” rooms can make. For one busy family with three kids, mornings used to be a constant scramble, shoes piled at the door, backpacks lost somewhere under the coats, everyone running late. By rethinking their mudroom with thoughtful cubbies, hooks, and a place for everything, the chaos melted away. Now, mornings are calmer, and everyone gets out the door on time without the frantic search for missing gear.

The same goes for laundry rooms. A couple once told us how much they dreaded laundry day; the cramped, dark space turned a simple task into a chore that lingered. After transforming it into a bright, spacious room with counter space for folding, storage for supplies, and smart organization, their perspective shifted entirely. Suddenly, it wasn’t just about doing laundry; it became a space that felt purposeful and even pleasant to be in.

These rooms may not be the stars of your Instagram feed, but they are the unsung heroes of a happy home. They carry the weight of your daily routines, quietly making everything run smoother. And when they work well, you notice it – not because the space itself is showy, but because life feels more manageable, less cluttered, and more balanced. That’s the beauty we see in laundry rooms and mudrooms: not in the way they look on the surface, but in the way they transform how you live inside your home.

So how do we do it? We listen. 

We start with your routines. Do you need space for kids’ sports gear? Do you have pets that need washing stations? Do you want laundry on the same level as the bedrooms, or tucked away near the back entry? We tailor everything to your life.

Every drawer, every hook, every cabinet has a purpose. Function always leads, but beauty follows close behind.

These rooms see heavy use, so we make sure they can handle it. From durable flooring to cabinetry that stands up to years of slamming doors, we think long term.

Just because it’s practical doesn’t mean it should be plain. Our laundry room and mudrooms are designed to be places you actually enjoy being in – bright, stylish, and full of personality.

• Lockers for kids provide individual spaces that keep everything contained.
• Integrated hampers for sorting laundry.
• Charging stations for a place to land the phones, tablets, and keys.
• Statement floor tiles add a sense of style.
• Built-in benches so you have a spot to sit while putting on your shoes.
• Utility closets for hidden storage for brooms, mops, and vacuums.
• Open shelving for easy-to-grab essentials

There’s something surprisingly comforting about a well-designed laundry or mudroom. When you walk in and everything has its place, when clutter is contained, when the space is bright and welcoming, it sets the tone for the rest of the home.

These rooms remind us that design isn’t just about looks. It’s about how a home feels to live in. And when your laundry and mudroom are designed with intention, your whole home feels calmer, smoother, and more supportive.