Following an accumulation of dark and damp experiences in local laundromats, we decided to investigate the possibility that people out there are not dreading doing their laundry. It turns out that we were right; a trip to the laundromat can be more than pleasant. Recently, there has been a rise in "boutique laundromats," also known as establishments catering to your laundry needs but doing so without overlooking the importance of design. Ranging from futuristic and sleek laundromats to combined laundromat-cafes, these places transform the traditional location of where you wash your clothes. Here is our list of 15 Awesome Laundromats from around the world.

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