A walk-in pantry is the ideal kitchen storage solution for many homes. These really useful areas can be made to be tasteful and elegant additions to your kitchen in addition to keeping it tidy and orderly.
When it comes to creating the ideal walk-in pantry layout and storage options, the options are almost endless. To help you make the most of every square inch of storage, we at Askin Cabinets would like to present our pantry design ideas, from custom cabinets and flexible shelving systems to creative use of corners and open spaces.
Include Drawers for Pull-Out Baskets
Adding pull-out basket drawers to your standard shelf will increase your storage even further. To optimize airflow, these sizable woven basket drawers are ideal for keeping food such as potatoes, onions, and other items. They can fit onto lower shelves, or you can use one section of shelf to stack a few drawers.
Make the Most of Corners
Although corners are frequently unused areas, they are ideal for storing rotating pull-out pantries or corner tray cabinets. You can quickly spin to retrieve objects at the back and avoid wasting energy in deep dark corners with these ingenious lazy Susan-style carousels. More long-term options include installing rectangular corner shelf units at an angle.
Install an Adjustable Shelving System
A walk-in pantry’s wide shelves for storing all of your dry goods, canned products, and small appliances is one of its greatest benefits. You can arrange the spacing on an adjustable shelving system with vented or solid wood shelves to fit taller objects on certain shelves and make closed cabinets or open cubbies on others. Go for a system that has included accessories for organization, such as slide-out airtight pet food containers, double pull-out drawers for larger objects, and beverage racks.
Install Vertical Dividers or Risers
Cans and other cylindrical goods can be stacked vertically on shelves to rapidly quadruple your storage space. To create two levels of shorter shelving sections for canned goods, install risers or vertical dividers. You can view all of your labels with ease thanks to this, which also improves organization.
Include Counter Surfaces
Although the main purpose of walk-in pantries is storage, it’s best to provide some more counter space as well. This also makes a great landing zone for trays and coolers coming in from the garage. You could want a larger countertop for temporary prep work or holding small electrics like coffee makers, toasters, etc., or even a small piece for unpacking groceries or retrieving ingredients.
Take Shelving to the Ceiling
For the most storage capacity, remember to utilize the entire height of your walk-in pantry. Quality shelves should reach the ceiling. For rarely used serving pieces, seasonal commodities, bulk foods, or paper goods, use the top shelving areas. Make sure to allow space for stairs or a rolling ladder so that you can reach the highest shelves with ease and safety.
Make it Multifunctional
In addition to optimizing storage space, a walk-in pantry can accommodate additional freezer space, a beverage fridge, a wine cooler, a microwave, and other small appliances. Make space on the counter for these kinds of items and budget for the proper electrical outlets.
Customize Cabinetry with Mixed Materials
Standard shelving is always helpful, but you should also probably include some closed cabinetry. This helps in hiding things like pet food, bulky products, less appealing packaging, etc. Mix and match the materials used for your cabinet doors. For example, use solid wood doors for less eye-catching products in one section and glass-front doors to showcase exceptional dishware.
Incorporate Trendy Design Elements
A pantry can be a stunningly decorated space! To turn your walk-in pantry into an enviable showpiece, add chic lighting such as pendants or pot lights, chic tile backsplashes, decorative trim or moldings, built-in wine racks, unique wallpaper or wall coverings, and vibrant paint colors.
Don’t Forget About the Door
From a design standpoint, the walk-in pantry’s entrance is equally significant. A unique pantry door, such as an eye-catching sliding barn door or a stylish glass panel door, may make a statement. To decide if a sliding door would be more appropriate for the area or if the door should swing inward or outward, take visibility and traffic flow into consideration. Add some similarly chic millwork details and door hardware to finish it off.
Have an Idea? Tell us at Askin Cabinets!
You could bring this extremely practical storage area to new heights of elegance and efficiency with astute design choices and creative modifications. We have designers on staff to assist you in realizing your ideal walk-in pantry! So contact us to get a quote and let’s get started on that pantry you’re dreaming of!