HGTV's Nate Berkus Shares Which Room Deserves More Love In Your Home

The laundry room doesn't often get the attention it deserves, even as it plays an integral role in daily life. The American Time Use Survey from The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that a person spends an average of over an hour a week doing laundry. Still, most think of the laundry room as a purely straightforward space for sorting, washing, and folding. So the room gets little to no design love. One person who certainly doesn't underestimate the potential of the laundry room is HGTV star Nate Berkus. In a recent TikTok video, the designer professes his love for this often-neglected space and explains how to have a functional laundry room without giving up on style. 

For Berkus, the laundry room is not just a place to do the wash but also a multifunctional hub that can be perfectly tailored to meet any household's needs. "It is a feat of organization, and I love this space," Berkus says of his own laundry room. He also notes that a thoughtfully designed laundry room has the power to streamline your routines and bring a sense of calm to an otherwise chaotic day. There's really no reason not to give your laundry room the makeover it deserves. After all, it's a space you use regularly, and upgrading its design could make a routine chore feel like less of a hassle.

Nate Berkus highlights how he customized his laundry room to make it a joy to use. Every home has different demands, but Berkus' design philosophy encourages homeowners to evolve their laundry rooms into multipurpose areas that cater to their specific needs. For the designer, it's important to have laundry room cabinets with less clutter and more storage space for spare batteries, chargers, and other household essentials. With proper labeling, this ensures that everything is easy to find on a moment's notice. You can easily create a system like Berkus' just by organizing the space thoughtfully. One surefire way to upgrade the organization in your laundry room is to add more shelves, bins, or cabinets. This allows you to maximize storage around your machines.

There are a few key things to keep in mind when upgrading your laundry room. First, identify your priorities, and use those to guide your design choices. Don't go overboard with clutter, and make sure your laundry room remains functional and easy to navigate. Finally, don't be afraid to make your laundry room fit your aesthetic. Remember that while functionality is key, a visually appealing laundry room can make the space feel inviting instead of like a chore-filled corner of your house. Simple details like paint color and the style and finish of cabinet hardware can make all the difference in turning your laundry room into a beloved part of your home.