Laundry day is now far more enjoyable at The Washroom, located 2706 Murray Ave. on Milwaukee’s East Side. Owner Kelli Johnson has transformed an existing laundromat into a brightly colored third space where folks can do laundry but also study and grab a snack, access community resources or even just hang out with friends. The Washroom is open daily, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., and features complimentary wi-fi, comfortable seating and refreshments.
The website describes The Washroom as “an inviting environment that fosters community connections beyond home and work. Designed for comfort and social interaction, it provides a relaxed atmosphere where people can gather, chat or simply enjoy some downtime while handling their laundry.”
While studying abroad in Europe, Kelli Johnson noticed how different countries used laundromats as dual spaces. While in Krakow, Poland, she came across one in particular that had a bar in the laundromat…