I like option 2 as it appears to have more counter space to take clean clothes out of dryer. I also think the pantry is more user friendly than a row of top shelves

For a while we had a large cabinet near the garage doorway and when we removed it, I was astonished at how much more open the room became without it.

I'd place the pantry at the far end of the run, cabinets above unstacked washer/dryer and either a fold down rack or a hanging rod on the end closest to the interior door. Do you have enough room to float a counter height table for folding/sorting laundry without blocking the exterior door? Place a nice rug under it, you can use it for gift wrapping or a place to sit after your workout.

Love that you're using the space!

@JT7abcz Thanks for the suggestions. I created option 3 and 4 based on the suggestions. Not sure what you mean by "fold down rack or a hanging rod on the end closest to the interior door"

Visually option 3 looks better but option 4 seem to have more storage space. We both are tall so counter space of 39ish above washer dryer should be fine.

I prefer closed cabinets in a room if possible to avoid the clutter of detergents and cleaning supplies on open shelves. Some people decant their detergents and supplies into pretty containers on open shelves and while I appreciate that look, I can’t be trusted to maintain it.

Most of our laundry is hung instead of folding so we need a clothes rod. It’s also handy for hanging wet items over the sink so the water doesn’t accumulate on the counter top. Other people prefer a drying rack or even both sometimes. Here are photos of both, there are a variety of styles.

Also, here’s an example of a work table you could float in front of your machines, much like a kitchen island provides a good work surface. This one has a shelf underneath if you want to stow laundry baskets out of the way. Really, the point is to get a comfortable height work surface, the style is your preference.

While you’re doing laundry, notice your routine, what bugs you about the process and what would make it easier and set your space up accordingly.

I like your first option, with all the closed storage, but build the countertop higher so you have a continuous countertop over the washer and dryer, which gives you an area for folding or for a work surface. If you need space for hanging clothing to dry, a flip down rack could go on the adjacent wall to the left of the washer/dryer, or even just something smaller and simple like this.

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Example of countertop extending over the appliances. Especially since you have the sink on the other end of the counter, you'll want the extra countertop space.

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