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Store Room Design - Most Innovative Ideas for Modern Age Home in 2021

Modern Storeroom design is probably the least talked about, but vital part of any house design. Irrespective of a big mansion or a quaint apartment, storage spaces are necessary to give a decluttered and neat look to your home.

Storage room designs mostly depend on what kind of things you want to store, what other purpose would you be using that room for, how much spare space is available to you, and the overall décor and vibe of your home. 

You can organise your stuff by following the basic rule of thumb – store the things you are likely to use frequently in more easily accessible areas or height while the holiday decorations or that special dinner set can be securely stored away in a place you don’t need daily access daily to. This way, they are stored safely and also keeps the area uncluttered. 


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Once you have figured out your storage needs, you can choose your kind of shelving and cabinetry more easily. Keep in mind to implement store room ideas that blend well with the colours and textures of your house walls. In this article, we will look at some innovative store room design ideas for the home.

Cabinetry and Shelving Choices

Cabinets and shelving are great storeroom ideas for the house. They can be built-in or free-standing units. You can choose either one based on your requirements. Let us take a look at the pros and cons of both.

Built-in StorageBuilt white cabinetry in the lounge room

The primary advantage of having a built-in unit is that you can customise it exactly how you need it. You can plan and fit all the items you require on the available space based on your usage and requirements. Moreover, these built-in units are durable and tick all the right boxes for aesthetics and attractiveness.

However, getting a custom built-in storage unit is no doubt time-consuming and expensive. Even if you are into DIY shelves and have your equipment, it will take a lot of time and effort, and more often than not, we might not always have the luxury of time. Moreover, if you live in a rented apartment, built-in storage spaces are already off the table.

Free-standing UnitsCabinet wardrobe

Free-standing storage units are a great storage room idea. These cabinets are readily available at online shopping platforms and lifestyle and home décor stores. Free-standing units are easy to assemble and are often cheaper. Moreover, a lot of them come in portable or modern collapsible designs which are extremely convenient.

But the disadvantage here is that like every other store-bought furniture, free-standing storage units are not customisable and hence you might not be able to utilise all the available space. Moreover, they are not as sturdy as customised units unless mounted on the wall. This can be a safety concern if you have small kids at home.

Utility Rooms Utility Room with storage

You can create customised shelves and cabinets surrounding your laundry room or washing area. This proves to be quite useful to store cleaning and laundry supplies, or even clean sheets and linens.

If you are looking for a cheaper option, you can opt for a countertop that is framed just above your washer and dryer. This extra surface is great for folding and sorting out your clothes. You can later add free-standing portable units and create a cohesive storage area.

Converting a House Basement into a Store RoomBasement room to storage room

This subterranean space is a great idea for a small Store Room design at home. The basement is an ideal storage space for rarely used items such as festival decorations, camping gear, or leftover paints and plaster materials. You can also store harmful chemicals like pesticides, etc to keep them away from children.

You can install free-standing shelves on the two corners. They will allow you both horizontal and vertical storage options. Use heavy-duty plastic bins that are waterproof and help keep contents dry and safe from dust and moulds.  

Storage Underneath a StaircaseStorage Underneath a Staircase

You can create a mini storage space of sorts in unused spaces such as under the staircase. This is a smart and efficient design idea for a storage room. Since it is a small and uneven-shaped space, you can add aStore Room door to this design to cleverly hide it.

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If you love to read and would like to show off your book collection, this can also be a perfect space to stash your books along with some eye-catching décor and knick-knacks. 

Transform Your Attic into a Storage SpaceWooden pull-down attic folding stairs in a small hallway

You can transform your attic into a chic storage space, albeit with proper insulation and ventilation which minimises excessive heat and humidity. Install vents near the eaves and on the roof, which will allow hot air to pass via convection. You can also install insulation between the floor joists to slow down heat transfer from the attic to another storey of the house.

Design-wise, an attic room gives you more options to play around with different storage ideas. You can create a knee-wall along the room to create some storage space for boxes and suitcases. Another practical Store Room door design is to hang it on sliding tracks for efficient use of floor space.

Tall, custom shelving can hold all your antiques and book collections. You can also instal floating shelves stacking them one upon the other.

Garage Storage Room Design Ideas for HomesGarage Storage Room Design Ideas for Home

It is always advisable to use as much wall space as possible without using up the floor. So, try to wall mount bicycles on the garage walls. We have a cool tip for you to use up an unfinished garage wall. Take two 2-inch-wide wooden slats and nail them on either side of the unfinished wall to store fishing poles, baseball bats, and even shovels, rakes, and brooms.

Storeroom Interior Design Ideas for Small SpacesStoreroom Interior Design Ideas for Small Spaces

Don’t be disheartened if you have a small space. Smaller spaces are less wasteful and very cost-effective. All you have to do is to make sure you use up space smartly. Try to find extra spaces, for example, under a sloping ceiling and find ways to utilise these spaces to the full.

Tweak Structural Elements for an Illusion of More Space

Firstly, you always have to consider the store room furniture requirements and what type of storage you need. Once you figure that out, try to find the best ways of utilising extra spaces to the max.

Another key element is the lighting. A good amount of airflow and light in a small space gives a spacious feeling. You can install sconces or floor lamps that illuminate the room from different angles. The reflected light is great for highlighting the Indian Store Room design in small spaces. Keep your furniture compact and utilitarian.

Finally, if you have the budget, you can create small built-ins in the form of bookcases or cabinets in your closet and if you are feeling more adventurous, you can go for the sliding door design to maximise storage space in the room.

Tips and Tricks on How to Store Different Items

Experts suggest that customised shelves in your garage, attic, or basement is the perfect spot to store precious festival decorations that you perhaps use once a year.

It is a myth that small spaces mean no storage room, and large spaces require a huge budget to set up a Store Room. However, once you have determined your requirements, building your own storage space with a thoughtful Store Room design, is no rocket science! 

For more tips and tricks on how to constantly upgrade and utilise your space, check out this page. Just get in touch with professionals at NoBroker and we can help you bring your interior design dreams to life. Click the link below to get interior designers who are the best in their field, at the best price in the industry.

FAQs

Q1. How do I choose an ideal storage space for myself?

Ans. This will depend on several factors such as what you wish to store, what other purpose the room will be used for, how much free space is available to you, and the overall décor of your home.

Q2. What are the two main types of storeroom designs for a home?

Ans. The two main types of storeroom designs for the home are built-in custom-designed storage units and store-bought portable freestanding units. Both come with their own sets of pros and cons.

Q3. What are the top storeroom ideas for small spaces?

Ans. Small store room design ideas for the home should focus on finding strategic spaces, creating cabinets within closets, installing several light sources and reflective lights are the major ways to create a storage room for small spaces.

Q4. How do I store expensive tableware?

Ans. You can store expensive tableware at a higher spot that you don’t access daily. 

Q5. What are some of the general storeroom design ideas for the house?

Ans. Some of the general storeroom design ideas for the house are utilising your washing area, garage, basement, kitchens, attics and creating hidden storage spaces underneath staircases.

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20 Genius Storage Ideas for Small Spaces

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Or for big spaces when you just need that extra bit of storage

When square footage is at a premium, it can feel as though storage solutions will only present themselves with the assistance of magic (if you don't want to get rid of all your stuff, that is). But thanks to the tiny home movement, no wands or wizards needed—storage ideas for small spaces are in greater supply than ever. Yes, some require a handyman—the power of a well-made built-in cannot be overstated—but others are as easy as a simple rearrangement. Below, we've rounded up twenty particularly smart and easily adaptable storage ideas for small spaces.

Shelf Dividers

If your small space is a studio, you might be trying to find inventive ways to delineate the bed "room" from the living "room" without putting up a wall. Stacking crates or even floating an open shelving unit will provide you with extra space to stash things while you're splitting things up.

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Fold-Down Desk

In many small rooms, it would be crazy to consider making space for a full-size desk. But you can't write that novel in bed (well, you could, but it sure would be nice to sit on a chair occasionally), so either slip a stool under a console table or find a fold-down desk you can affix to the wall.

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Wall-Mounted Seating

If your lease or budget permit it, install a floating bench-shelf low along a wall, or have one fashioned from an inexpensive material like plywood and mounted the way BY Architects did in the room below. Seating that doesn't clutter floor space? Check.

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Kitchen Island with Storage Space

Tuck your extra plates and multiple gadgets you purchased during your celery juice phase in the cabinets of your kitchen island. Never wonder where to store your holiday placemats again.

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Hanging Bike Rack

Go big with a fancy pulley system that draws them up out of view, as Tribe Studio did in the home pictured below, or simply screw some vinyl-coated c-hooks into a joist and loop the back tires over them.

Design: Tribe Studio; Photo: Katherine Lu

Attached Butcher Block

Not feeling inspired to cook due to too little countertop surface? We hate our ingredients falling to the ground because of a lack of space just as much as you do. But there’s a solution: Attach a butcher block for that much needed extra space. Opt for one with different levels (or DIY this and create your own mini shelving unit).

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Peg Board Wall

For easy re-arranging, good looks, and an abundance of adjustable storage, consider a pegboard wall, like this cheerful peachy one by Position Collective.

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Banquette Seating

Build a bench in that underutilized corner of the kitchen, top it with a custom cushion, and you'll only need a round table and two small chairs to make it feel like a legitimate dining area—just be sure it's the kind of bench you can open from the top, so the storage factor is maxed-out.

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Convertible Furniture

Instead of opting for single-use pieces, consider adding furniture that can convert easily for use in another way. A drop-leaf table can be a console, a desk, or an all-out dining room table depending on how you set it up. And two consoles, side-by-side, can be rotated to stand back-to-back for bar-height table seating.

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Under-the-Stairs Storage

Yes, you can opt for glamorous built-ins—or simply get creative with how you arrange furniture in that underutilized nook beneath the stairs. (Just no cupboard bedrooms under the stairs, please.)

Design: Workstead; Photo: Stefanie Brechbuehler

Tiered Shelving

A quick reminder that shelves don't only have to be on your walls. Clear away clutter by stacking books and candles on a tiered console table.

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Entryway Table

An entry table serves as more than a place to throw your keys. A proper console can house books, arts, trinkets, and even the clothes you refuse to let go of. Nothing says "welcome home" like a perfectly curated and functional entryway table.

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Raised Platform

If your ceilings are tall enough, consider adding a raised platform to a room (or part of a room, if you're in a loft or studio) and you'll be able to stash all kinds of things within it: suitcases, winter coats, or even a whole extra mattress for when unexpected guests appear on your doorstep.

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Storage-on-Storage

Nothing is more satisfying than layering storage with, you guessed it, more storage. Top off your bookcase or shelving unit with jars or small baskets to up your organization game.

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Built-In Nooks

Optimize storage space by taking full advantage of your nooks. Build in a small desk area that meets all of your work-from-home needs or maybe just add a bit of extra seating with an armchair.

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Baskets, Baskets, and More Baskets

Ah, the love we have for a good basket. It's unparalleled, truly. Tuck away pretty much anything (within reason, friends) you don't necessarily want your guests to see. Top off your basket with a throw and no one will ever know that all of your takeout menus are jumbled in there.

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A Bookcase Not Just for Books

Not to choose favorites, but...stacking bookshelves with more than just books is one of our most coveted decor/storage space hacks. Use this as a way to clear up space by putting on display your fave trinkets and objects.

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Kitchen Hanging Pots

A great way to declutter your prized countertop space is to hang up your pots and pans. A great excuse to refresh your collection of cookware? We think so.

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Floor Cabinets

Same part of the apartment, different functionality: Build cabinets on top of the floor and you'll be able to easily compartmentalize—and access—clothes and supplies.

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Wall Hooks

Whether you need space to hang your towels or you're looking for a place to hang up your coat, wall hooks are your answer.

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Pantry in an apartment: 95 design photos of a small pantry in an apartment and in a house, ideas for a pantry in the kitchen

Pantry is an essential attribute of a kitchen where people often cook a lot. Whether it's a small enclosed area, a deep closet, or a modest section, it's important to organize storage so that the right groceries and kitchen utensils are always at hand. If you add a bit of aesthetics to a competent organization, the pantry in the house (pictured) has every chance of becoming a worthy continuation of the interior, and not just a utilitarian room. Choosing the design of a small closet in the apartment - a photo selection from Houzz will help with this.

To view an article where we have collected the best storage room ideas, we recommend that you click on the first photo and go to full screen mode. On some photos you will find green labels that contain additional information about the items used in this interior. The captions describe the project, methods and materials.

Mark Williams Design

1. Under the stairs
At first glance, it looks like an ordinary pantry is hiding behind the neat light green facades. But if you look closely, it becomes clear that the design of the pantry in the apartment in the photo masks the space under the stairs.

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Butler Armsden Architects

light, and on the other hand, it protects the inhabitants of the house from views from the street.

Benvenuti and Stein

3. Flowing lines
The pantry with curved shelves definitely has a style: with its white finish and wooden countertop, it visually continues the traditional design of the Benvenuti and Stein kitchen.

my fathers heart

4. Slender Row
In this British kitchen from My Fathers Heart Ltd, cabinets take up an entire wall behind sober red fronts; one of them, a little deeper, plays the role of a pantry, which does not visually stand out in the interior.

Elements Design Co. (DBA Kitchen Style, LLC)

5. Spectacular back wall
The most interesting thing about this large cabinet is inside - and we are not even talking about food supplies, but about the back wall of brick.

Charmean Neithart Interiors

6. Don't forget the light
Considering the design of the pantry in the apartment in the photo, pay attention not only to the textured wallpaper on the back wall of the pantry, but also to the elegant Flos Fucsia lamp.

Johnny Gray Studios.

7. Pantry-cylinder
The cylindrical pantry in the London project Johnny Gray Studios turns a utility closet into an unusual interior object. It takes up very little space, but can meet the needs of a large family: the interior and stainless steel doors are equipped with spacious shelves.

Allison Landers

8. Big Possibilities
This Allison Landers kitchen pantry is about 25 centimeters deep, but the functional doors nearly double the usable storage space.

Lorin Hill, Architect

9. Framed
The pantry occupies a separate utility room in this project, the entrance to which is behind glass doors framed by open shelves.

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Durpetti Interiors

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Murphy & Co. Design

11. Plain and simple
This little pantry from Murphy & Co. Design keeps everything in view thanks to open shelves and glass jars for storage.

California Closets

12. Light look
In the California Closets project, the open pantry with wine racks looks very neat thanks to the white finish.

Cuppett Kilpatrick Architects

13. Continuous Growth
Bright shelves are a great backdrop for storing light-colored dishes, and in order not to waste space, the pantry was extended to the ceiling: a ladder will help to reach the upper shelves.

The Closet People

14. Give me a curtain
The pantry can be hidden behind ordinary window curtains - this is exactly what they did in Canada when decorating this pantry from The Closet People.

Icon Interiors Ltd

15. Everything has its place
So that the owners do not get confused where what is stored, the drawers are signed.

BMLMedia.ie

16. Mini Wine Cabinet
This mini pantry was designed with closed shelves and drawers combined with open wine drawers under the ceiling.

Bison Custom Cabinetry

17. Behind the barn door
The main kitchen space is decorated in a calm rustic style, the red barn door stands out here against the background of laconic woodwork.

SEK-Residential Organization & Project Design LLC

18. Pantry Upcycling
This project also had room for the exotic: the meticulously restored pantry door used to be in the stables.

Dwellings Design Group

19. A new look at rustic
However, a barn door can look quite modern, especially if it matches the color of the main wall decoration.

Marty Rhein, CKD, CBD - BAC Design Group

20. Delicate accent
The opposite design looks no less expressive: a blue tint accentuates the entrance to the pantry, and fasteners create a slight brutal effect.

Tyner Construction Co Inc

21. Dust is not a hindrance
High open shelving is a solution for those who are not afraid of dust. This pantry design in the apartment leaves all the kitchen utensils in plain sight, and the owners do not have to open every drawer in an attempt to find a colander.

Living Stone Design + Build

22. Compact Meters
A sliding pantry door is a great idea for a small kitchen where space is important.

Don Foote Contracting

23. Portal
A decorative portal leads to the pantry from Don Foote . The green color of the wall combined with the classic frame of the doorway creates an interesting effect.

Brayer Design

24. With sockets
If you think over the location of the mini-pantry in advance, you can hide behind the facades not only products, but also sockets for household appliances.

Roundhouse

25. Mix of Materials
The bottom drawers in this pantry are stainless steel, the top drawers are wood to match the floor and countertops.

Ourso Designs

26. Granite Countertop
A small pantry designed by Ourso Designs hides many handy shelves behind a modest wooden door. The worktop, made of durable granite, can be used as an additional work surface.

Jenna Burger Design

27. Vertical approach
From the outside, this pantry looks like a structural pylon, but with a slight movement, narrow sections for storing food and spices are pulled out of it.

Gary Brown Homes LLC

28. In the same rhythm
There can be as many high sections as the kitchen allows. Thanks to the glossy facades in this project, they are well disguised as wall panels.

thea home inc

29. Ladder with insurance
If the upper shelves of the pantry are difficult to reach, you will have to use a ladder. In this project, it is fixed on the top shelf and moves freely along the railing - this eliminates the risk that the ladder will fall at the most inopportune moment.

Closet Works

30. Floating look
This Closet Works corner cabinet literally floats above the floor, complete with metal bottle holders in addition to shelves.

Churchwood Design

31. Wood only
In this project by Churchwood Design, a huge cupboard plays the role of a pantry. To save space, shallow open shelves made of the same wood are provided on the inside of the doors.

Holme Design

32. Evening light
In the pantry by Holme Design, the door leaf is also used for storage. To make it convenient to use the pantry in the evening, it provided a backlight.

Von Fitz Design

33. Easy Clean Tiles
White boar tiles, black corners, open shelves, light countertops—Von Fitz Design's clean finishes turn a pantry into a stylish room.

Witt Construction

34. Transparent layer
This pantry has glass boxes for storing seasonal vegetables.

marcon KITCHEN + BATH STUDIO

35. In the corner
An interesting idea for a corner pantry in an apartment from Marcon Kitchens & Bath Studio: in addition to the functional location, the section attracts with a cheerful blue color.

Kitchen Encounters

36. Elegance and style
The inside of a pantry can look elegant despite its modest size: in our example, the effect is achieved through gray-green facades combined with a granite countertop.

37. Retro details
The wall-to-wall storage section is complemented by an old ladder, which brings a light industrial touch to the project.

Fraley and Company

38. Sunshine
Even the traditional kitchen has its place of irony: in the Fraley and Co project, this is confirmed by two narrow drawers with bright yellow fronts.

KitchenLab Interiors

39. Vertical Segment
The top shelf of the pantry is occupied by narrow vertical sections, which are convenient for storing serving dishes.

Reed Design Group

40. Two in one
An interesting idea for a multifunctional space from Reed Design Group: a pantry combined with a small office. This will be appreciated by housewives who like to reread recipes and keep track of expenses.

Terracotta Design Build

41. First impressions are deceptive
In this project from Terracotta Design Build, a pantry masquerades as a built-in wardrobe. From the side it is difficult to imagine that a well-organized and well-lit room is hiding behind closed doors.

Michael Fullen Design Group

42. Mop Registration
Not only does this handy pantry have open shelves and drawers, but it also has space to store cleaning supplies.

Martha O'Hara Interiors

43. One piece
To visually connect the pantry with the main space, Martha O'Hara Interiors installed sliding glass doors between the rooms.

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44. Starring
Neon yellow storage systems from Studio 29 play the role of the main kitchen accent.

Murphy & Co. Design

45. In the color of the season
This project combines indigo shelving with terracotta flooring.

California Closets Maryland

46. Toward the Kitchen
In this kitchen-integrated pantry, open white shelves work well with the vibrant colors of the walls.

Arlene Williams

47. Pantry in the porthole
The main decorative accent of this pantry is an unusual door with a porthole at the top. The noble finish of the facades adds elegance to the project.

48. Contrasting textures
The dark gray finish of maple wood drawers contrasts interestingly with the wall tiles.

Jim Schmid Photography

49. With Wine Rack
The pantry is a great place to have a wine cabinet if you're not ready to display your stock of bottles for all to see.

Jenni Leasia Interior Design

50. Plus work surface
For the convenience of the owners, designer Jenni Leasia has provided a cupboard with sections of different depths: thus, the kitchen has an additional work surface.

Brayer Design

51. Color Contrast
Inside this little pantry, there is a real decorative surprise: behind the white fronts, a solid dark wood filling is hidden.

Sicora Design/Build

52. We insure memory
The pantry door can be functionally beaten - for example, you can hang metal containers for papers and a magnetic slate board to remind you of current affairs.

Whitney Lyons

53. Sustainability
Even the smallest pantry is a lifesaver for those who sort trash or struggle with where to store dirty laundry: large waste containers and laundry baskets fit under the countertop.

Kathy Corbet Interiors

54. Convenience — in the foreground
Perforated shelves in this cabinet can be mounted at different heights. Yes, aesthetics are clearly in second place here, but who will see these holes, except for you?

Garage Guru Enlightened Storage

55. Like in a supermarket
Convenient metal baskets are fastened with self-tapping screws and allow each product to have its own place.

Tailored Living featuring PremierGarage

56. Low fronts
Drawers with low fronts, on the one hand, protect the contents from falling, on the other hand, make it easier to navigate in the pantry and find the right utensils faster.

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58. Simplicity itself
In order not to look too bulky, the storage system has been integrated into the interior as much as possible, and hidden fastenings give the impression of a floating cabinet.

59. More shelves, good and different
Vertical and horizontal shelves, drawers, narrow extra shelves on the inner surface of the doors - in such a pantry everything that you would like to hide in the kitchen will fit exactly.

Harvey Jones Kitchens

60. No handles
Saving space can be done with simple tricks, such as removing handles from drawers. In this project, open shelves complement drawers with slots instead of handles.

61. With serving table
The storage system in this pantry is complemented by a small serving table - a good help for a kitchen with a small work surface.

Leicht Kuchen AG

62. Place for dishes
Additional shelves are a popular, but not the only way to use doors for storage: metal structures do a good job of this task, allowing you to place lids and other kitchen utensils on the doors.

Damco Kitchens

63. Mirror
A mirror in the worktop area and a light finish will help visually enlarge the pantry.

Wood-Mode Fine Custom Cabinetry

64. Section instead of drawers
Numerous drawers create a sense of fragmentation. An alternative option for organizing space is a vertical block with internal fenced shelves.

Heartwood Kitchens

65. Imitation game
Reverse technique - add several handles to one drawer. Who said that in the pantry there is no place for light irony?

Harvey Jones Kitchens

66. Bottles in the top tier
Usually a vertical crate is used to store bottles, but what's stopping you from placing your wine horizontally?

The Aldrich Group, LLC

67. Drawers
A great way to save space in your pantry is to equip your pantry with drawers. To get a jar hidden in the depths, you do not have to pull out everything that is in the foreground.

Creative Cabinetworks LLC

68. Classic disguise
Who would have thought that a drawer is hidden behind a decorative column! And the molding here performs the function of a handle.

L & B Closets Inc

69. All in plain sight
In this project, the pantry is in an open alcove highlighted by architraves, and the back wall is painted in the main color of the walls. Firstly, it's not boring, and secondly, all the necessary products are at hand - you just have to carefully follow the order.

transFORM Home

70. Light intrigue
If you want to leave a place for intrigue in an open pantry, you can combine shelves with drawers, and use closed containers or wicker baskets for storage.

Paris Eden - Closet Factory

71. Baskets and trays
In this charming rustic pantry, baskets are not just on the shelves, but are placed on pull-out "trays" with specially cut holes.

Hurst Construction, Inc

72. Freedom of access
In this model of the closet-pantry doors are hidden in the side blocks and do not block the passage.

Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.

73. Asymmetrical doors
If the pantry is hidden behind sliding doors, the leaves do not have to be the same in width - sometimes a slight disproportion is appropriate. In this example, the asymmetry allows the sashes to move freely and not rest against the walls.

Woodstock Furniture

74. Accordion door
Foldable closet door is a convenient solution for small spaces or rooms with narrow aisles.

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Angus Cowan Constructions Pty. Ltd

75. Laconic solution
Do you like neatness and minimalism? Doors with a hidden box will help maintain the aesthetic appearance of the pantry.

Tommy Hein Architects

76. Sturdy construction
The pantry's metal filling allows you to rest assured that the frame will support the weight of your groceries, while the pull-out system makes storage easy to use.

Matthew Thomas Architecture, LLC

77. Fairy-tale motifs
This pantry is hidden behind modest cupboard-like doors. Fairy-tale paintings on the facades make the project unusual.

David Heide Design Studio

78. Secretive nature
Light decorative doors and shallow shelves make this pantry elegant and almost invisible.

The Hammer & Nail, Inc.

79. Filling to the max
This storage system looks truly massive thanks to the clever organization of drawers, but if you close all the fronts, it turns out that it does not take up much space.

Braam's Custom Cabinets

80. Pantry inside and out
Despite the fact that this house provided a separate room for the pantry, storage systems appeared outside of it too - a ladder attached to the railing helps to get to the upper shelves here.

81. A stool to help
However, an ordinary stool will also help you get to the upper shelves. Moreover, open shelves allow you to quickly locate the desired item.

SchappacherWhite Architecture D.P.C.

82. On wheels
In a very small and narrow pantry, light open shelving works well. And some items for greater convenience can be put on wheels.

Rudloff Custom Builders

83. Narrow Shelves
When it seems that the pantry has run out of storage space, narrow hanging shelves, such as those on which the owners of this room store jars of spices, save.

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84. a pantry, where the entire inner surface of the door was allocated for jars of spices.

NEAT Method Michigan

85. On platforms
To make the pantry more convenient, sometimes drawers are replaced with platforms - this scenario is especially relevant for storing household appliances.

Martina Williams

86. Built-in kitchen
An interesting combination scenario: a single kitchen unit combines the functions of a pantry with thoughtful storage systems, built-in appliances and even a sink.

Higham Furniture

87. At different depths
In this pantry, the lower drawers and the upper shelves have different depths: thanks to this technique, a small multi-tiered shelf was fixed on the inner surface of the door.

Design Harmony

88. In all directions
Storage systems do not have to be arranged linearly or allocate an entire room for storage: in this project, it is more like a decorative pylon, and laconic facades do not draw attention to the drawers.

Westwind Woodworkers Inc.

89. Useful sidewalls
Not only the front but also the side “works” for this cabinet: shallow shelves are placed on it behind a conventional hinged door.

90. Behind the bookcase
An elegant and unusual solution: the entrance to the pantry is framed by bookshelves, and thanks to glass doors and a transom, natural light enters the room.

The Kitchen Place

91. Slate wall
The pantry is a place where you can indulge in experiments like a slate wall and at the same time hedge your memory - for example, write down a recipe or a shopping list.

Johnny Gray Studios.

92. With tiled backsplash
In this pantry, the owners arranged a small additional work surface, and the wall was lined with ceramic tiles like a kitchen backsplash.

Gast Architects

93. Hidden corner
It is sometimes difficult to find the optimal role for corners. In this project, shelves were placed in the corner - given the small depth of the adjacent cabinet, it will not be difficult to get the necessary dishes.

A&T Cabinet Makers

94. Unusual modification
To make the most of the usable space, the owners provided a two-section corner cabinet above the table top.

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Placement options

A few examples of placement.

Pantry in the kitchen

Provides storage of various preserves, vegetables, fruits, cereals and other products. In this case, the pantry may not take up much space. It is appropriate to place the storage system near one wall. To save additional space, the pantry in the apartment is left open or equipped with sliding doors. This design will accommodate not only products, but also kitchen utensils.

Inside, the kitchen storage is equipped with shelves on which dishes, food and compact household appliances in the form of a toaster, multicooker, bread machine and other things are placed. A similar interior solution in the apartment makes the kitchen more spacious and gives it an interesting look.

Storage room in the corridor

In the interior of the corridor in the apartment, the storage room is most often located next to the front door. In this case, it becomes an excellent continuation of the hallway. It is equipped with hooks for outerwear and shoe shelves. Thus, the corridor space is freed from unnecessary things and does not look cluttered.

The photo shows the interior of the apartment with a corridor equipped with a small storage room.

To create a pantry in a long hallway with a cul-de-sac near the far wall, it would be appropriate to trim the narrow space a little and build a false plasterboard wall with a doorway. Even such a pantry, which has a small area, is perfect for storing household appliances, bicycles, baby carriages and other things.

Niche

If there is a niche in the living room, the issue of organizing a storage room in the apartment is greatly simplified. U-shaped or L-shaped shelves are placed in the storage in the recess, rods for hangers are installed or household appliances are placed. A washing machine or refrigerator will fit perfectly into a small niche, and a large alcove is suitable for arranging a dressing room.

Separate room

The apartment in a standard building was initially provided with a separate storage room. In the interior of a private house, the placement of this storage is thought out at the construction stage.

If the layout does not include a separate utility room, you can donate a certain amount of space and make it in one of the free rooms in the apartment.

Under the stairs

This solution allows you to make the most efficient use of unclaimed space under the stairs and save useful square meters in the room.

Mezzanine

In panel Khrushchev apartments, the layout of apartments suggests the presence of mezzanines. Such a compact and at the same time roomy design is suitable for storing household items, household chemicals or dishes. Mezzanine cabinets are found in the interior of the corridor, bathroom or balcony.

The photo shows a mezzanine above the door in the design of a modern corridor in an apartment.

Room corner

Corner storage is considered the most efficient solution for small living spaces. For example, to organize storage, they fence off a separate corner in the kitchen and fill the space with neat shelves. Such a design technique will save space in the room and create comfortable conditions for any hostess.

On the balcony

Even in the interior of a small balcony in the apartment, you can install functional racks that will store work tools, sports equipment, pickles and more.

The side walls of the loggia are equipped with mini-lockers, drawers and wall hooks. Storage systems with multi-colored facades or original doors decorated with drawings will add individuality to the balcony space.

The photo shows a balcony with a storage system in the form of metal shelving.

Storage room in the bathroom or toilet

Storage room in the bathroom will help organize the room and keep it clean. Storage with shelves suitable for household chemicals. The pantry is also equipped with hangers, towel hooks and complemented by various fabric organizers and pockets.

How can the pantry be used?

Common utility room uses.

Dressing room

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Arrangement of a dressing room

A wardrobe can be located in the hallway, bedroom, nursery or hall. The system, which includes many shelves, drawers, racks and crossbars with hangers, provides the ability to neatly store any type of clothing and shoes. With sufficient size, the dressing room in the apartment is complemented by a large mirror, a comfortable ottoman and other furniture.

Storage room for children's things

In the nursery, the storage room can be made in the form of an open storage or a spacious built-in wardrobe for the child's clothes and toys. Due to the equipment of the pantry, it turns out to free the room from unnecessary things and provide additional space for study and games.

Closet for storing kitchen utensils or groceries

This closet in the apartment is perfect for jars of pickles prepared for the winter or bags of sugar and flour. It is better to place similar products on deep pull-out shelves, and choose special removable containers for storing cereals.

Laundry room

If the pantry in the apartment is located next to the drain, it will be converted into a laundry room with a washing machine, a laundry basket and a rack for powders and rinses.

Even a small room can fit a dishwasher and narrow shelves with household chemicals. A mop is fixed on special wall hooks, and brushes, gloves and other little things are put away in hanging fabric pockets.

The photo shows the design of the laundry room, equipped in a niche in the apartment.

Home workshop

The pantry is a great place to store your tools. Shelves, shelves, drawers and even a table with working materials are installed in it.

A home workshop in an apartment can be a hobby area with a sewing machine, painting easel or workbench.

Office

The workplace in the back room should be cozy and have a homely finish in the form of laminate, wallpaper and other things. The pantry also requires the installation of good ventilation and high-quality lighting.

For comfortable work, the room is furnished with a compact table with a chair, shelves and drawers for stationery and other small things.

The photo shows a small storage room with a study in the interior.

How to arrange a pantry?

The equipment will depend on the dimensions of the storage and its functional purpose. The most rational solution in arranging a utility room is the installation of hanging shelves that do not overload or clutter up the space. It is important to correctly select the material of construction, taking into account the expected load. If the pantry in the apartment has sufficient dimensions, the best option would be shelving or built-in wardrobes made according to the individual parameters of the room.

The photo shows an example of a storage room in an apartment.

The lower tier is occupied by corner shelves for seasonal shoes and special sections for bulky and heavy items such as cereal bags, buckets, a vacuum cleaner and other equipment.

In the middle segment, there are mainly shallow shelves that are suitable for storing laundry baskets, tools or dishes.

The upper section is equipped with mezzanines, rods and wall hooks. This part is suitable for outerwear and rarely used items and accessories in the form of Christmas toys.

Finishing and materials

Before starting finishing work, a plan should be developed for organizing ventilation, wiring, placing sockets and switches, and treating surfaces with antifungal and antibacterial compounds.

In the design of the closet, you should select especially high-quality materials with colors and textures that are combined with the rest of the furnishings of the apartment or house. To ennoble the interior, they often use different plaster mixtures, decorative paint, paper or non-woven wallpaper on a breathable basis.

If the pantry in the apartment is equipped for a laundry room or a closet for food, hygienic tiles are preferred for lining.

The photo shows the design of an apartment with a pantry covered with wallpaper with a geometric print.

Practical linoleum or laminate board looks good on the floor. The ceiling in the pantry in the apartment, it is appropriate to cover with paint or whitewash, as well as finish with breathable drywall, wood or plastic panels.

Lighting

An optimal and economical solution is a single ceiling luminaire with adjustable height.

As additional lighting in the pantry in the apartment, shelves or wall surfaces are equipped with LED strip with a cold white glow. Such illumination will emphasize the interesting geometry of the shelves, highlight a certain internal section and simply decorate the design.

The photo shows a single lamp on the ceiling in the storage room in the interior of the apartment.

How to close the pantry?

In order to close the pantry in the apartment, hinged or practical and ergonomic sliding doors are installed. Thanks to the compartment mechanism, sliding canvases significantly save space in the room.

Also, the storage is equipped with vertical, horizontal protective blinds or roller blinds. These models, due to their lightness, contribute to normal air circulation.

The photo shows a bathroom with a closet in a niche decorated with light light curtains.

Fabric curtains are used instead of doors. Draperies made of thick or light textiles are perfect for decorating a storage room in an apartment.

Design of a small pantry

In an apartment, a small pantry that occupies one or two square meters should be decorated in light colors and not overload the room due to heavy visual elements.

You can install a mirror coating in the pantry or equip the utility room with translucent glass doors with a sliding mechanism.

The photo shows an apartment with an entrance hall equipped with a small closet for clothes.

For a small and narrow closet in an apartment, a functional solution that saves extra space is the placement of folding shelves and hooks.

Ideas for the house

In the interior of a private house for arranging a pantry, it is appropriate to choose a room in which it will be possible to place storage systems along two or three walls. It is better that the storage is not in the hall or living room.

The photo shows the design of a pantry under the stairs in the interior of a country house.

Having a window will be a big advantage. In this case, natural light, combined with ceiling chandeliers and wall lights, will create a comfortable atmosphere in a small room, as well as give a stylish look.

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