Tip: Front-loading washing machines are more energy efficient than traditional top-loaders. They can use up to 65 percent less water and 46 percent less energy than top-loading machines. Tip: A tall cabinet with a cutout is perfect for storing an ironing board. Tip: Buy a washer and dryer that stack on top of drawers which can hold laundry supplies or folded clothes. Tip: If you don’t want to build a laundry center, you can purchase pre-made cabinets from a home store and install them to create a similar effect.