Why More Melbourne Couples Are Converting Their Laundry Into a Second Bathroom
That tiny laundry room?
It might just be your home’s secret weapon.
Across Melbourne, more and more couples are saying goodbye to underused laundries — and hello to a fully functioning second bathroom.
🛁 Why This Is Booming in 2025
It’s not just a trend — it’s a response to real needs:
Families growing
Guests visiting
Partners getting ready at the same time in the morning
Property values rising in dual-bathroom homes
In a city where space is tight, a laundry conversion is one of the smartest, fastest ways to upgrade liveability.
👷 Is Your Laundry Suitable?
Not all laundries are created equal — but many are surprisingly easy to convert.
What we check first:
Size: Even 2.2m x 1.8m can work with smart design
Proximity to plumbing: Usually perfect since you already have water and drainage
Ventilation & lighting: Can we add a window or install extraction?
Access: Is it near bedrooms or tucked away?
If the bones are good, the reno can move fast.
🛠 What Can Fit in a Converted Laundry?
Here’s what we’ve fit into small Melbourne laundries:
Walk-in shower
Toilet
Wall-hung vanity
European-style stacked washer/dryer behind cabinetry
Want luxe? Add:
Backlit mirror
Feature tile
Heated towel rail
Smart storage keeps it clutter-free — and totally functional.
💸 What Does It Cost?
Roughly $22K–$35K+, depending on finishes, plumbing complexity, and layout.
But here’s the kicker:
Homes with two bathrooms consistently outperform one-bathroom homes in Melbourne’s market.
You’re not just gaining convenience — you’re adding resale value.
🧠 Design Tips to Nail It
Use pocket doors to save space
Choose large format tiles to create openness
Use mirrored cabinetry to bounce light
Stick to one material palette for visual calm
Go wall-hung where possible — it opens the floor space
🚪 But Where Does the Laundry Go?
Great question — and one we get all the time.
Here’s how smart Melbourne homes are handling it:
🧺 Option 1: Laundry/Bathroom Combo
This is the most popular setup. We integrate a European-style laundry within the bathroom itself:
Stacked washer and dryer hidden inside full-height joinery or sleek cabinetry
Often positioned beside the vanity or tucked neatly into a niche
Keeps everything compact, clean, and streamlined
Why it works: You get two spaces in one — without losing utility or style.
🚚 Option 2: Relocate the Laundry
Have a garage, hallway cupboard, or under-stair space? We can move the laundry there:
Compact units with full plumbing
Often added to linen cupboards or converted nooks
Keeps your new bathroom serene and spa-like
Why it works: It separates laundry noise from your living areas — ideal if you’re chasing a peaceful second bathroom.
🏡 Option 3: External Laundry (Where It Suits)
In some weatherboard homes, we’ve created enclosed external laundries in rear porches or sheds:
Weather-sealed
Plumbed and powered
Totally out of the way
Why it works: A good option when internal space is at a premium.
Why Bluestone Couples Love This Reno
Minimal disruption (we can stage it)
We manage every trade (plumber, sparky, tiler, cabinetmaker)
Realistic timeline and zero cowboy surprises
Stylish results that feel like a proper bathroom — not a compromise
Thinking about converting your laundry?
👉 Book a free consultation and let’s see if your space is ready for the upgrade.
