Food Storage Solutions: Pantry Rooms
One of the main functions of a kitchen is food storage. Deulonder offers a multitude of possibilities for storing everything in the kitchen in an organized and practical way. Indeed, there are different cabinets designed exclusively for storing food that does not pose storage problems. However, it is preferable for cupboards and pantry spaces to be ventilated to accommodate those foods that require ventilation. Foods that do not pose storage problems are usually the most numerous and have been estimated to require a useful capacity of 600 liters. They can be grouped in a single cabinet or distributed across several, grouped into product families, following a criterion of maximum visibility and easy access. In this article, we will review a series of pantry options that adapt to the needs of the users as well as the dimensions of the kitchen. You can even dedicate a relatively small space separate from the kitchen to the pantry.
One solution for separating the pantry from the kitchen without interrupting the continuity of the spaces is a glass partition, like the one shown in the image. Inside, you can see an entire wall of shelves for storing items according to their use.
Another example of a pantry with a glass partition, but only at half height. The open shelves are lacquered in the same color as the glass partition.
Having products grouped together in a pantry is especially practical and makes them easier to access from the kitchen. Shelves shouldn't be too deep so you can easily see and access stored items.
In addition to shelves, drawers on wheels have been added to the lower section for storing water bottles and mid-height fruit baskets. A counter could also be added for slicing cold cuts and bread.
Any corner can be used for a pantry, like this rectangular one on a wall with a practical hanging bar for baskets. The shelves are open for easy access. The lower part is used for heavier items, such as bottles. The baskets also serve to store items that require ventilation, such as potatoes or onions.
To access the upper shelves, you can use a small ladder designed to match the rest of the pantry. A wine cellar has also been installed in this space.
In this pantry, the window has been used to accommodate a table for slicing bread and storing it in the drawers. Below are wooden drawers for tubers and bottles.
This climate-controlled pantry is separated by a fully glazed partition that extends to the ceiling. The lighting, using sconces above the shelves, is also designed to provide a clear view of the food.
A bar has been installed outside to hang aprons and bread bags. This solution is particularly elegant and allows you to see all the food from the outside. It practically resembles a gourmet store.
This pantry is located inside a double-doored cabinet. The shelves are lacquered in the same color as the glass doors, blending seamlessly with the overall space. Food items that require ventilation can be placed in the lower drawers.
On the left, a counter is used for cutting foods such as bread or cold cuts. It's recommended to use transparent containers to see the contents.
The pantry maintains a stylistic continuity with the kitchen.
Shelves should be shallow so food is accessible and visible.
Detail of a pantry with drawers of different sizes to accommodate the sizes of the products and keep them all neatly organized. A bar has also been added to hang tomatoes and sausages.
The first drawer is for bread, allowing crumbs to be collected. Below, there's a handy drawer for bottles. The counter is very practical for slicing cold cuts.
Pantry with a white lacquered glass door that allows you to see the variety of foods from the outside, all arranged by family.
The lighting in this case is a wall light that generously illuminates the counter area, designed for cutting bread, sausages, etc.
The pantry can be adapted to the size of the kitchen, and the glass partition allows for continuity between spaces.
A well-organized pantry also plays an important decorative role.
Lighting is also essential in these often small spaces. In this case, wall lamps have been installed to provide indirect light.
In the background, you can see two wheeled baskets, very practical for storing foods that require ventilation, such as potatoes or onions.
It is recommended to place products that are used less frequently, such as bottles, on the lower shelves.
The doors of the lower cabinets are ventilated, and the shelves on the left are metal. It is recommended to group products by food family.