Eco Laundry
This laundry proves that a room can be pretty, functional, and fresh, as well as environmentally thoughtful.
"I set out to create a multifunctional space that is pleasing to the eye and to the environment."
The stackable washer and dryer boast energy-saving features and sleek designs. For an artistic touch, the homeowner had a creative pattern drilled into the panel at the top of the laundry center.
The homeowner chose cabinetry that received the Environmental Stewardship Program seal of approval from the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA), indicating a commitment to sustainability. This homeowner doesn't mind doing laundry chores. But she didn't look forward to the dark, disorganized basement that houses her washer and dryer. When she decided to remodel this space, the avid gardener and nature lover was committed to making her laundry eco-friendly as well as stylish and functional. She also wanted to carve out a space for a desk and organization area, where she plans to work on garden designs.
Now, a mix of energy-efficient lighting, which includes recessed, flush-mounted, and under-cabinet fixtures, brightens the room. The homeowner was willing to splurge on the washer and dryer, cabinetry, and ceiling planks-products that are eco-friendly and sustainable. Reused items, such as two metal tubs turned into sinks, underscore the green theme. Gardening supplies are housed on a custom-built shelf above the sinks.
The revamped laundry-complete with a fresh, outdoorsy palette of pale greens, blues, and whites-suits the homeowner's taste and needs, as well as her environment-conscious outlook. "I truly feel good about this room," she says. "It fits me inside and out."
Savvy Storage
The stackable washer and dryer boast energy-saving features and sleek designs. For an artistic touch, the homeowner had a creative pattern drilled into the panel at the top of the laundry center.
The homeowner chose cabinetry that received the Environmental Stewardship Program seal of approval from the Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association (KCMA), indicating a commitment to sustainability. This homeowner doesn't mind doing laundry chores. But she didn't look forward to the dark, disorganized basement that houses her washer and dryer. When she decided to remodel this space, the avid gardener and nature lover was committed to making her laundry eco-friendly as well as stylish and functional. She also wanted to carve out a space for a desk and organization area, where she plans to work on garden designs.
Now, a mix of energy-efficient lighting, which includes recessed, flush-mounted, and under-cabinet fixtures, brightens the room. The homeowner was willing to splurge on the washer and dryer, cabinetry, and ceiling planks-products that are eco-friendly and sustainable. Reused items, such as two metal tubs turned into sinks, underscore the green theme. Gardening supplies are housed on a custom-built shelf above the sinks.
The revamped laundry-complete with a fresh, outdoorsy palette of pale greens, blues, and whites-suits the homeowner's taste and needs, as well as her environment-conscious outlook. "I truly feel good about this room," she says. "It fits me inside and out."
"I love to garden, so we carved out a space for my planning and research."
What They Did:
The Challenge: This basement laundry was drab and cluttered, serving as a storage room for everything from tableware to bed linens. The homeowner needed an efficient laundry space and a small organized area for garden planning.
The Solution: The homeowner added cabinetry and shelves, and she selected a stackable washer and dryer to free up room for a workspace. A small desk area gives her a mini-office. She uses a table mounted on casters for sorting and folding clothes. To brighten the dark basement, the improved lighting plan includes natural, overhead, and task lighting.
Innovations:
At Lowe's, we bring you new products that enhance and simplify your life. Two innovative choices make this laundry room more energy-efficient.
The Samsung washer features new technology that uses stainless steel ball bearings to balance loads and reduce noise and vibration. The dryer (shown above) includes nine drying cycles, five temperature selections, a stainless steel drum, and a special rack for delicate clothing.
The ENERGY STAR(r) qualified compact fluorescent recessed lights from Halo (right) conserve power and lower energy bills.