Pantries For How You Cook, Entertain, and Live

When designing dream kitchens for our clients, pantries are often at the top of their wish list. But pantry systems (and how they’re used) can vary widely based on a home’s size, the number of people living in it, cooking habits, equipment, shopping style and food storage preferences. Whether you buy in bulk or shop as needed, your pantry should reflect how you truly live.

Many people imagine a walk-in or butler’s pantry, but for homes with limited space, especially in urban areas, these room-based options can be a luxury. The good news: pantries come in all shapes and sizes. Compact solutions like pull-out or wall-mounted pantries can be seamlessly integrated into existing cabinetry or unused wall space. These space-saving options aren’t just for small kitchens—they can also enhance larger ones by keeping food and equipment within easy reach of your prep and cooking zones.

Here are a few alternative pantry ideas we can customize to fit your kitchen and lifestyle.

Our exclusive work’s integrated pantry solution offers built-in pantries with completely customizable options including shelves, wire racks, hooks, peg boards, glassware storage, wine racks, glass food storage, and even cookbook holders. The work’s pantry is seamlessly built into your tall wall cabinetry. Its door is mounted on a turnstile mechanism, designed to spin open with a light touch. When opened or closed, it rests flush with the surrounding cabinet doors, maintaining a sleek, integrated look.

Pocket doors and coplanar doors are popular ways to hide beverage bars, prep sinks, and even pantries. You can design the interior with the perfect combination of shelves, drawers, pegs or whatever configuration fits your needs. Then simply close the doors to keep everything out of sight until it’s needed.

These door styles are especially ideal for areas where you want to maintain clear walkways, as they don’t swing out into the room or obstruct movement.

Custom pull-out pantries offer exceptional flexibility—whether you’re making use of a narrow space for a spice rack or installing a larger, multi-tier unit with shelves, interior drawers, or a combination of both.

Specialty pantry racks and corner Lemans shelving are also smart solutions, ideal for every kind of cook (even those who don’t).

Drawers can be your best friend for storing the items you use most. Consider using drawers for oils and spices near your cooktop rather than stored away in a separate pantry area.

Pantries don’t have to be built-in to make a statement. Freestanding and wall-suspended pantry units can be custom-designed to match your kitchen’s aesthetic while offering versatile storage. Whether showcasing serveware and glassware or concealing everyday essentials, these pieces balance decorative appeal with function. A wall-suspended pantry introduces a light, architectural feel, while a freestanding design adds presence and dimension to the space.

Tucking away your food, appliances, and other kitchen essentials is key to a minimal aesthetic. Creating a pantry that fits your needs and your space is key to an efficient kitchen. Let’s design yours together.

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