A walk-in pantry gives a kitchen valuable extra storage while keeping clutter out of sight. But these spaces can do more than serve a practical purpose. With color, pattern, beautiful materials and distinctive details, a pantry can have just as much personality as the kitchen itself. The 10 spaces below combine smart storage with thoughtful design choices that make them inviting as well as useful. Browse the photos for ideas to consider for your next kitchen project.
1. Smartly Organized
A Lakeville, Minnesota, kitchen by Titus Contracting includes this well-organized butler’s pantry. Shallow open shelves line one wall, with clear glass canisters making snacks easy to spot and grab. Across the room, cabinets and drawers provide concealed storage, while a countertop adds useful prep space. A bar sink sits at one end above a trash and recycling pullout, and a coffee station with a microwave occupies the opposite end.
2. Cheerful and Classic
This cheerful new butler’s pantry in Richardson, Texas, by designer Tara Lenney, who uses Houzz Pro, extends the charm of the main kitchen with custom Shaker-style cabinets painted a soft powder blue (Moonmist by Sherwin-Williams). Blue-and-white plaid ceramic floor tile adds a lively dose of pattern and personality. A mix of open and closed storage keeps dry goods, paper products and small appliances organized and within easy reach. A bar sink and dishwasher round out the space.