Designing a Pet-Friendly Laundry Room for Your Custom Home in Chatham County, NC

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For pet lovers in Chatham County, NC, incorporating a dedicated pet area into your laundry room is a practical and stylish way to enhance your custom home. At Travars Built Homes, we understand the importance of creating spaces that cater to every member of your family — including the furry ones! By designing a multifunctional pet friendly laundry room, you can blend functionality with thoughtful architectural detail while providing your pets with their own special space.

Why Add a Pet Center to the Laundry Room?

The laundry room is often an underused area in the home, making it the perfect spot to double as a pet center. With careful planning, this space can become a hub for pet care without disrupting the rest of your home.

Benefits of a pet center in your laundry room include:

  • A Dedicated Space for Pets: Keeps pet essentials organized and contained.
  • Enhanced Home Design: Adds charm and functionality to an often-overlooked area.
  • Simplified Cleanup: Keeps messes in an easy-to-clean zone with durable materials.
  • Multi-Purpose Use: Can accommodate pet beds, litter boxes, or storage solutions.

Creative Ideas for Your Pet Center

Here are some ways to design a pet-friendly laundry room tailored to your lifestyle and your pet’s needs:

1. Built-In Dog Bed or Crate

Create a cozy nook beneath a countertop or within a custom cabinet where your dog can rest. Adding built-in features keeps the space looking tidy and integrated into the overall design. Consider using durable, pet-safe materials for comfort and longevity.

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2. Hidden Litter Box Area

For cat owners, a concealed litter box is a game-changer. Incorporate a discreet compartment with proper ventilation and easy access for cleaning. This keeps odors contained and the litter box out of sight.

3. Storage Solutions for Pet Essentials

Include custom drawers or cabinets to store pet food, leashes, grooming supplies, and toys. Pull-out bins or cubbies make these items easily accessible while maintaining a clutter-free space.

4. Pet Washing Station

Elevate your laundry room with a small pet washing station. A tiled, low-level shower or tub with a handheld sprayer makes bath time easier and keeps muddy paw prints from tracking through the house.

5. Stylish Design Touches

Incorporate architectural details like shiplap walls, farmhouse trim, or decorative molding to blend the pet area seamlessly into your laundry room. Choose finishes and colors that complement the overall design of your home.

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Why Build a Custom Home with Travars Built Homes?

Travars Built Homes specializes in creating personalized spaces for every member of your household. Whether it’s a built-in pet center or another unique feature, our team works with you to design a home that reflects your needs and lifestyle.

We offer:

  • Customized Floor Plans: Modify layouts to include features like a pet center in your laundry room.
  • Expert Guidance: Work with our design team to choose finishes, materials, and layouts that align with your vision.
  • Attention to Detail: From hidden litter boxes to built-in dog beds, we ensure every detail is crafted with care.
  • Energy-Efficient Solutions: Enjoy a home designed with sustainability and comfort in mind.

Start Planning Your Pet-Friendly Custom Home Today

Building a custom home in Chatham County gives you the flexibility to include creative features like a pet center in your laundry room. Ready to get started? Explore our floor plans and see how Travars Built Homes can help bring your vision to life.

See our floor plans to find inspiration for your new home, or contact us today to discuss how we can design a home that works for every member of your family — pets included!

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    Holly Fern

    2466 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

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      Features of the “Holly Fern” plan include: 

      • First floor master with two walk in closets
      • First floor guest
      • Formal dining can convert to Office
      • Vaulted great room w open staircase
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      Travars Built Homes builds exceptional homes on your lot or ours in custom neighborhoods and countryside locations throughout the Triangle, across Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Johnson, Orange, Wake and surrounding counties.

      Where Strength Meets Style—And Integrity Shapes Every Step

      These homes were built through collaboration, thoughtful design, and hands-on builder involvement—hallmarks of the Travars Built experience.

      Everything we do is rooted in transparency and trust. Let these photos spark ideas—and we’ll help shape what comes next.

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        La Puente

        2454-2525 sq ft | 3-4 Beds | 2 Baths | One Story

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          Features of “La Puente” plan include:

          • Custom hexagonal kitchen layout
          • Personalized second floor plan
          • Custom primary bath expansion
          • 3 beds plus custom main floor office
          Dual vanities span along one full wall of the en suite bath.
          Benches, cubbies, and multiple shower heads make this en suite bath a breeze to use.
          Each closet uses painted wood shelving.

          Built to Last. Designed for You.

          At Travars Built Homes, “Building with Strength and Integrity” means more than high standards—it means listening, customizing, and guiding you with clarity.

          These photos show what’s possible when that approach comes to life. Explore, get inspired, and let’s talk about how we can make it yours.

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            Quail Ridge

            2416 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Two Story

            What a great way to experience the countryside! Huge porches - front and back - to sit and enjoy vast views.
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              Features of the “Quail Ridge” plan include: 

              • Customized version of Frank Betz plan, combined three single dormers into a triple dormer
              • Light-filled open floor plan includes scullery kitchen pantry
              • First floor guest suite, oversized bonus room
              • Build on your lot or ours
              Travars Built Homes builds exceptional homes on your lot or ours in custom neighborhoods and countryside locations throughout the Triangle, across Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Johnson, Orange, Wake and surrounding counties.
              Bring all those outdoor views inside, to add even more spaciousness to this home, through copious windows that invite delight with natural light.
              Real oak hardwood floors throughout the entire main floor living areas reflect the endurance inspired by this setting.
              The open rail stairway tucks right in without detracting from the open feel in this inviting setting.
              The huge island sends a welcoming signal to the most popular place to get together.
              This wall of windows provides a whole new dimension to gathering spaces.
              Check out the prep pantry, with even more space to get creative and provide imaginative storage.
              Primary suite delight - from bedroom to bath, this personal space was designed for relaxation.

              Built to Last. Designed for You.

              At Travars Built Homes, “Building with Strength and Integrity” means more than high standards—it means listening, customizing, and guiding you with clarity.

              These photos show what’s possible when that approach comes to life. Explore, get inspired, and let’s talk about how we can make it yours.

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                East Haven

                3097 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Full Brick One Story

                This new home is full brick! (Although it can be built with alternate exteriors.) That's why custom home building can be so fun - with so many ways to create the look you like.
                There are more signs of personalization throughout the home - like this specially designed ceiling treatment - and the creative shelving in this spacious gathering room.
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                  Features of the “East Haven” plan include:

                  • Expansive Four Bedroom One Story
                  • Massive Vaulted Great Room
                  • Vaulted Oversized Office/Guest
                  • Double Walk In Closets in Owners
                  The custom built deep trey ceiling and wainscoting define this dining room as formal - yet with an open appeal that widens its scope.
                  The soaring ceiling extends the comfortable feel of this welcoming home.
                  This amazing chef's kitchen has a porcelain apron sink, extensive custom cabinetry, and thoughtful workspace.
                  See the generous views of beautifully crafted living areas filled with special spots for everything.
                  Real oak site finished floors and massive natural light sources frame the home with custom appeal.
                  The private primary suite is loaded with comfort, from the vast trey ceiling to the sumptuous bathroom designed for pampering.
                  The spacious laundry room offers extra space for sorting, folding, and other chores.
                  Enjoy your evenings in this massive screen porch accented by brick walls soaring ceilings.

                  Where Strength Meets Style—And Integrity Shapes Every Step

                  These homes were built through collaboration, thoughtful design, and hands-on builder involvement—hallmarks of the Travars Built experience.

                  Everything we do is rooted in transparency and trust. Let these photos spark ideas—and we’ll help shape what comes next.

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                    Becton Park

                    4318 sq ft under roof | 3006 heated sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Main Floor Primary Suite | First Floor Guest Suite

                    The Becton Park is a modern farmhouse plan with generous covered porches, main floor primary suite, private guest suite, formal dining or office, and 3 car oversized side load garage (2 bays + carriage).

                    A bonus room and two bedrooms span the upstairs.

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                      We’ll email you the floor plan flyer with the home layout and plan overview.
                      Next, we will prepare a full 10-page construction package with everything included in your build — and walk through it together in a custom home consultation.
                      You’ll be amazed at what’s already included in a Travars Built Home.

                      *Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright Frank Betz and Associates

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                      Oliver

                      2525 sq ft | 3 Beds | 2 Baths | One Story

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                        Features of the “Oliver” plan include:

                        • Angled Craftsman with oversized garage
                        • Vaulted Great Room and Kitchen
                        • One story layout with split bedrooms
                        • Huge bonus room with eight windows

                        Where Strength Meets Style—And Integrity Shapes Every Step

                        These homes were built through collaboration, thoughtful design, and hands-on builder involvement—hallmarks of the Travars Built experience.

                        Everything we do is rooted in transparency and trust. Let these photos spark ideas—and we’ll help shape what comes next.

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                          Bethel Farm

                          2426 sq ft | 3-4 Beds | 2-3 Baths | One Story with Upstairs Bonus

                          Travars Built Homes builds exceptional homes on your lot or ours in custom neighborhoods and countryside locations throughout the Triangle, across Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Johnson, Orange, Wake and surrounding counties.
                          Get a flyer and pricing information here.

                            Features of the “Bethel Farm” plan include: 

                            • 3 Beds and office on first floor
                            • Huge outdoor living areas
                            • Vaulted owners suite Bedroom
                            • Build on your lot or ours

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                            Building with Strength and Integrity—One Home at a Time

                            Every photo here tells the story of a home built with care, transparency, and purpose. At Travars Built Homes, we don’t just build to plans—we build to fit your life.

                            Any design you see can be tailored, adjusted, or completely reimagined with your goals in mind. Let’s get started!

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                              Holton Manor

                              3365 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

                              nc custom home with vibrant blue siding, double garage doors, and a covered front porch with railings.
                              nc custom home foyer with direct access to the hardwood stairs. There is a landing above the front door with a large window.
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                                Features of the “Holton Manor” plan include:

                                • First floor Guest Suite
                                • Vaulted Great Room
                                • Open Staircase and 2nd Floor Catwalk
                                • Option for Two Offices, plus 4 Beds
                                nc custom home living room with catwalk hallway above, hardwood floors, and open to the kitchen.
                                nc custom home living room with catwalk hallway above, hardwood floors, and a high fan.
                                nc custom home kitchen with a modern island counter with a modern style sink, gray cabinetry, and modern light fixtures. The kitchen has light gray cabinetry, double ovens, a glass stovetop, and tile backdrop.
                                nc custom home walk in pantry with built in cabinets, wrap around, floor to ceiling shelving, and outlets.
                                nc custom home living room with a natural stone fireplace, a blue accent wall, vaulted ceilings, large windows for natural light, and access to the kitchen.
                                nc custom home kitchen with a modern island counter with a modern style sink, gray cabinetry, and modern light fixtures. The kitchen has light gray cabinetry, double ovens, a glass stovetop, and tile backdrop.
                                nc custom home formal dining room with a unique modern light fixture, many large windows for natural light, and direct access to the back covered porch through double glass doors.
                                nc custom home kitchen with a modern island counter with a modern style sink, gray cabinetry, and modern light fixtures. The kitchen has light gray cabinetry, double ovens, a glass stovetop, and tile backdrop.
                                nc custom home formal dining room with a unique modern light fixture, many large windows for natural light, and direct access to the back covered porch through double glass doors.
                                nc custom home drop zone with built in cubbies, hooks, and shoe racks, as well as direct access to the laundry room.
                                nc custom home laundry room with a built in sink and countertops, hanging rods, and hanging cabinets.
                                nc custom home office with built in wrap around shelving high on the walls, a fan, hardwood floors, and large windows for natural light.
                                nc custom home office with built in wrap around shelving high on the walls, a fan, hardwood floors, and large windows for natural light.
                                nc custom home office with built in wrap around shelving high on the walls, a fan, hardwood floors, and large windows for natural light.
                                nc custom home master bathroom with him and her dual sinks, dual mirrors, and dual cabinets. The master bath has white cabinetry, marble countertops, and a large window for natural light.
                                nc custom home master bathroom with him and her dual sinks, dual mirrors, and dual cabinets. The master bath has white cabinetry, marble countertops, large windows for natural light, a unique modern tiled shower with dual shower heads and a shower seat.
                                nc custom home master bathroom with him and her dual sinks, dual mirrors, and dual cabinets. The master bath has white cabinetry, marble countertops, large windows for natural light, a unique modern tiled shower with dual shower heads and a shower seat.
                                nc custom home master bathroom with him and her dual sinks, dual mirrors, and dual cabinets. The master bath has white cabinetry, marble countertops, large windows for natural light, a unique modern tiled shower with dual shower heads and a shower seat.
                                nc custom home master walk in closet with built in shelving, double rows of rods, carpet, and direct access to the master bathroom.
                                nc custom home master bedroom with tray trey ceilings, large windows for natural lighting, carpet, and direct access to the back covered porch.
                                nc custom home master bedroom with tray trey ceilings, large windows for natural lighting, carpet, and direct access to the back covered porch.
                                nc custom home bonus room with built in bookshelves, large windows for natural light, slanted ceilings, and carpet.
                                nc custom home bonus room with built in bookshelves, large windows for natural light, slanted ceilings, and carpet.
                                nc custom home back covered wooden porch with a light and fan, stairs to the ground, and direct access from both the dining room and the master bedroom.

                                Building with Strength and Integrity—One Home at a Time

                                Every photo here tells the story of a home built with care, transparency, and purpose. At Travars Built Homes, we don’t just build to plans—we build to fit your life.

                                Any design you see can be tailored, adjusted, or completely reimagined with your goals in mind. Let’s get started!

                                Get a Price for this Home

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                                  Chestnut Pointe

                                  3172 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

                                  unique and modern black custom home with double front door, brick, and covered porch with three beams.
                                  custom home chef kitchen island with dishwasher, sink, dark cabinets, and drawers.
                                  Get a flyer and pricing information here.

                                    Features of the “Chestnut Pointe” plan include:

                                    • Incredible first floor primary suite
                                    • Oversized three car split garage
                                    • Outdoor living with four-panel door
                                    • Great room with unique bump out
                                    custom home chef kitchen island with refrigerator space, cabinets, marble counters behind it. sliding door to screen porch in the background.
                                    custom home chef kitchen with unique light fixtures, island, cabinets, and marble counters.
                                    custom home chef kitchen with a butlers pantry, additional cabinetry and marble countertops along a second wall.
                                    custom home chef kitchen with marble counters, white cabinets, and modern oven microwave oven combo.
                                    Spacious and open custom home living room framed in beams, massive fans, and large widows for natural light.
                                    Spacious and open custom home living room framed in beams, massive fans, and large widows for natural light, and a dark accent wall.
                                    custom home open concept staircase wrapping around beside the foyer.
                                    custom home open concept staircase wrapping around beside the foyer and real hardwood floors
                                    custom home living room with accent wall, huge fan, real hardwood floors, huge windows, and ceiling beams.
                                    custom home screen porch with a stacked stone fireplace and fan framed in dark, rich, classic colors.
                                    custom home screen porch with a stacked stone fireplace and fan framed in dark, rich, classic colors.
                                    custom home master suite with hardwood floors, dark walls, subtle trim features on floor and ceiling, and barn doors into the master bath.
                                    custom home master suite with hardwood floors, dark walls, subtle trim features on floor and ceiling, and a door to the porch.
                                    custom home spa-like, roomy, luxury master bathroom with white tub, dark shower, separate toilet, and door to master closet.
                                    custom home spa-like, roomy, luxury master bathroom with white tub, dark shower, separate toilet, dual sink counter, dual mirrors, white cabinetry, and door to master closet.
                                    custom home spa-like, roomy, luxury master bathroom with white tub, dark shower, separate toilet, dual sink counter, dual mirrors, white cabinetry, and door to master closet.
                                    custom home master bathroom with white tub, dark shower, separate toilet, dual sink counter, dual mirrors, white cabinetry, and door to master closet.
                                    custom home master bathroom shower with dark stone tile walls, stone floor, and two modern comfortable showerheads.
                                    custom home master bathroom with extra long and dark countertops with dual sinks, dual mirrors, white cabinets and white drawers.
                                    custom home master closet with hardwood floors, extra storage space, built in shelving, rods for hanging clothes, bench, and window for natural light.
                                    custom home drop zone with hardwood floors, extra shelving, a bench, cubbies, and hooks for storage.
                                    custom home laundry room with hardwood floors, a counter, cabinets, and a window.
                                    custom home laundry room with hardwood floors, a counter, cabinets, and two doors.
                                    custom home spacious bonus room with attic storage space, storage room, hardwood floors, and steps.
                                    custom home multiple decks, one connected to the master suite and the other connected to the living room with a screen porch and a fireplace.

                                    Built to Last. Designed for You.

                                    At Travars Built Homes, “Building with Strength and Integrity” means more than high standards—it means listening, customizing, and guiding you with clarity.

                                    These photos show what’s possible when that approach comes to life. Explore, get inspired, and let’s talk about how we can make it yours.

                                    Get a Price for this Home

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                                      *Every home we build is unique. Images may reflect customized layouts, finishes, or features. A full specifications package is available upon request.  Floorplans are copyright architect.