Pantries are appearing more and more on our client’s wish list, and they are very valuable and aesthetically pleasing. Planned well, a pantry can become not simply a place to tuck things away, but a treasure trove of beautifully presented produce which can also offer a calming moment from a busy family kitchen.
When you think of your dream pantry it may evoke images of grand, spacious kitchens with a walk-in larders filled with jars and porcelain, much like this divine pantry above from an incredible recent project (more on that later!). However there are also achievable storage solutions that can work for every type of kitchen and space, and here at Mowlem & Co. we can design both, and to be frank, everything in-between!
You might not want to completely overtake your interiors with cabinetry, in which case a stand alone kitchen pantry may work best, like this stunning design above by Lois Riley for the exquisite Liberty Kitchen. Riley comments ‘I loved designing this free-standing piece, not only is it a providing space for storing food as well as a power supply for additional appliances. It’s also all neatly concealed behind beautifully coloured doors, revealing a wonderful contrasting colour, such a lovely statement piece that offers huge versatility.’
Perhaps you want to turn your pantry into a design feature almost a room of its own, you could emulate this design with some stylish Crittall doors, open shelving and statement colours, all wonderfully effective for showcasing your wares. The Fascination Kitchen does just that and whilst the whole space offers quite a few rooms within rooms, including this stunning pantry, it really feels like its own zone yet doesn’t break up the flow of the room.
If you do have enough space, a walk-in larder is a the ideal choice and will provide you with an abundance of valuable storage, opt for a continuation of the same cabinetry and worktops into the larder as the rest of the kitchen, perfect if you want that seamless, cohesive look. Our Wiltshire Design features a generous walk-in pantry – which doubles as a prep area – and this timeless kitchen also offers an abundance of storage, which allows the kitchen beyond to be much clearer.
Remember to always consider the more intricate design details as they can totally transform a simple pantry idea into something truly extraordinary, as our Manhattan Kitchen demonstrates with this urban, atmospheric pantry. This eye-catching walk-in space, which features fluted glass panels and a central sliding door, further enhances the ambience, beautifully set off by the flat door style of the furniture.
However don’t be disheartened if lack of space is an issue, it needn’t be an obstacle to your pantry dream. A slimline design comes with its own benefits, think calm on the outside yet brimming with storage options on the interior. This particular design from our Heritage Kitchen includes different size drawers, a generous amount of shelving and nooks, all finished with our bespoke crafted classic framed cabinetry.
Want more inspiration? Whatever may be on your wish-list, our Mowlem & Co. team can satisfy your storage dreams. We possibly love a pantry as much as you.