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20 Walk In Pantry Ideas You’ll Want to Copy

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Let’s face it: kitchen cupboards and countertops only have so much room. For foodies, families, bulk shoppers, and kitchen gadget lovers, a walk-in pantry can be a real lifesaver. This small room offers extra storage for canned goods, dry foods, beverages, snacks, and kitchen supplies.

It’s time to beautify this storage space and maximize its usefulness with better pantry organization and storage. Your walk-in pantry is a good investment. Many homeowners want a walk-in pantry—it’s something you can enjoy now, and benefit from later if you ever decide to sell your home.

Keep reading for our 20 walk-in pantry ideas to help keep your kitchen clutter-free.

1. Wrap-Around Shelving System

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Looking for walk-in pantry shelving ideas? Organize your walk-in pantry with a shelving system that gives everything a place. When you know exactly where to find what you’re looking for, you don’t waste time looking for a particular item and you avoid re-buying items you already have. Better organization instantly makes a pantry look nicer and makes more efficient use of the vertical space that’s available. It’s a practical investment that enables you to store heavy or seldom-used items on lower shelves, and more commonly used items within arm’s reach.

 

2. Pocket Door

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Doors on hinges may do home chefs a disservice. Unless a door is closed, it takes up more room than it needs to. This walk-in pantry idea is to swap out a traditional door with a pocket door, enabling you to keep the doorway clear without a doorstop. With a door that simply slides out of the way, you can quickly pop in and out of the pantry while preparing a meal.

3. Stand-Alone Wire Shelving

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Built-in shelving looks beautiful in a walk-in pantry, but it can be a little pricey. Small or narrow walk-in pantries may not require all-around shelving, and a standalone unit works very nicely, offering extra storage in a small space. A wire shelving rack is easier to keep clean as well, as any crumbs or spice spills tend to slip through gaps and down to the floor. A quick dust and sweep keeps these shelves and the pantry looking their best. These sturdy, highly rated wire shelves are available on Amazon.

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4. Stow Small Appliances

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How often do you use your rice cooker or electric mixer? If it’s not an item you use daily, it’s cluttering up your countertop or taking up valuable space in your kitchen cupboards. Relocate these small appliances to a dedicated space in your pantry instead. People who have kitchens with walk-in pantries will find this idea to be a fantastic storage solution for all your kitchen gadgets that need a home.

Related: 16 Foods You Should Never Store in Your Pantry

5. Lazy Susans

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Spice jars, cooking oils, sprinkles, and other smaller bottles and containers can get lost on a jam-packed shelf. Rather than having to pull out multiple jars, cans, and bottles to get to the product you need, make your walk-in pantry more user-friendly by displaying smaller items on a lazy susan. Rotate the turntable to swiftly locate and pull out the item you need without moving other items out of the way first. These lazy susans are available from The Container Store.

6. Organize by Expiration Date

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First in, first out is how restaurants and grocery stores stock their perishables. Putting older items in front of, or on top of, newer packages of the same goods ensures you’re using up the products that expire first. This type of organization saves money and generates less waste as it encourages you to use up an open package before opening a new one. Sorting your walk-in pantry this way also makes it more efficient to clean out, as you know the items on top expire first.

7. Narrow Countertop

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For walk-in pantries that have the space, a narrow countertop is a convenience you won’t want to be without. It also looks sharp, making your pantry resemble a kitchenette.

A countertop offers you a place for small kitchen appliances that may not be used every day, like toasters or espresso machines. It’s also a terrific place to collect and sort your items before bringing them into the kitchen, and it gives you a place to put grocery bags full of pantry supplies.

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8. Cover Shelves

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An affordable and easy way to freshen up the appearance of a walk-in pantry is to use a shelf liner or cover. Not just aesthetically pleasing, shelf liners can be practical too, offering a nonslip grip for your pantry items.

If you’re apt to frequently change up the look in your pantry, selecting a shelf cover that’s non-adhesive makes it easy to swap out different designs or materials. Adhesive laminate shelf liners, like this highly rated option available on Amazon, easily wipe clean with a damp cloth and brighten up the shelf space in the pantry.

9. Carry Over Your Kitchen Style

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Think of your walk-in pantry as an extension of your kitchen. Creating a cohesive style that flows from your kitchen into the pantry makes a home look more elegant (and the pantry doesn’t look like an afterthought). Use the same colors, tiles, cupboards, handles, or lighting fixtures to tie the two rooms together. When your pantry reflects the same style, you’ll want to leave the door open to show off its beauty.

Related: All You Need to Know About Butler’s Pantries

10. Use the Back of the Door

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Being smart about the available space you have in your walk-in pantry means you look at all opportunities for storage—especially if the pantry is compact. If you don’t have a pocket door for the pantry, there’s usable storage space on the back of the door.

This can be a great place to add some hooks for aprons or install a door rack, which turns the area behind the door into functional space. Install this over-the-door rack from The Container Store to help fit everything you need into the pantry.

11. Decorative Kitchen-Facing Door

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You’ve heard of a statement wall, but what about a statement door? Add some extra charm to the pantry with a decorative door to make it stand out from closet and washroom doors. Decorative doors come in a variety of styles and sizes, so before ordering a door, make sure it fits the doorway (also ensure you order a door that has the hardware on the correct side). One of our favorite decorative pantry doors is this one from The Home Depot.

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12. Build a Closet in the Kitchen

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A kitchen with wasted space is a sign that an overhaul is needed. If there’s a nook, corner, or even unused space under the stairs, it can be converted into a kitchen closet, or a modest kitchen pantry. If you’re a serious DIYer, you can build a frame, install the drywall, attach the door, and all the little steps in between over a few days.

13. Cabinets and Drawers

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Shelving is practical, but cabinetry elevates the appearance of a walk-in pantry. Adding doors or drawers makes the pantry look less cluttered, while leaving your food supplies and kitchen gadgets easily accessible. Cabinetry that matches or complements the style in the kitchen creates a cohesive aesthetic through the home. The cabinets in the above photo are available from California Closets.

14. Don’t Overstock

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One of the great joys of a pantry is its visual nature. When preparing your grocery list, a well-organized pantry makes it easy to take stock of what you need and what you’re running low on. Organization reduces overspending and buying more than you require. Though pantries offer additional storage space, they still have limitations. Avoid stuffing your pantry with multiples of the same item to keep your pantry neat and clutter-free.

15. Clear, Stackable Food Storage

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Airtight containers help keep food, spices, and baking supplies fresh. Investing in clear, stackable food storage containers is a worthwhile investment for two big reasons. One, you can see exactly how much of a particular item you have and can add any low-stock items to your grocery list. Two, stacking containers make the most of the space you have available while keeping the stacked items stable and secure. We like these highly rated OXO containers, available on Amazon.

16. Store More Spices

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A true home chef has a vast collection of seasonings and spices to make their food memorable. But the one drawback of having so many flavors in a kitchen is having enough space for them. Storing every spice in a cupboard makes it tedious to find the one you’re looking for. Spices should be stored in a specialty spice rack so you can always find the seasoning you need. Midwest Classic Crafts’ door-mounted spice rack on Etsy enables you to store dozens of spice bottles in a convenient location in the pantry.

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Related: Start Fresh: 10 Things in Your Kitchen You Need to Toss ASAP

17. Cart for Mobile Storage

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A versatile cart levels up your walk-in pantry game. Load it up with the items you need from the pantry to avoid going back and forth from the kitchen, use it as a serving caddy, or even as a makeshift drink cart when guests are over. There are a multitude of ways a pantry cart adds value and convenience to your home, and it’s one classy addition to your next dinner party. This sleek kitchen cart is available on Wayfair.

18. Ensure Adequate Lighting

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Dingy pantry lighting really puts a damper on this space. If you’re squinting to read labels, or it’s too dark to tell if the room is clean or dirty, it’s time to revamp the lighting in the pantry. It may be as simple as changing to a brighter bulb, or perhaps the entire fixture should be replaced with a stylish and bright ceiling light. Spending a little money to improve the lighting makes a tremendous difference in the pantry’s appearance.

19. Corral Fresh Produce

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Having a supply of fresh produce on hand makes it easier to grab a healthy snack. Instead of overflowing the kitchen fruit bowl, store extra vegetables and fruit in the pantry. When you shop for groceries, bring along reusable produce bags to eliminate the need for plastic, and use these bags to store your bounty of produce neatly in the walk-in pantry (without the apples and oranges rolling away). You can find these reusable mesh produce bags on Amazon.

20. Keep a Step Ladder Nearby

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Home chefs come in all sizes, and let’s face it, some of those higher shelves are even out of reach for tall folks. When you make the most of your pantry space, your shelving and storage may put some items up high. Tucking a small step ladder into the corner of your walk-in pantry ensures you’re always able to reach what you need. We like this Delxo aluminum ladder from Amazon because it has a high weight capacity, stability, and it only weighs 9 pounds.

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Walk-in pantry ideas are a friend to avid cooks, minimalism devotees and organization enthusiasts alike. 

Adding a considerably sized pantry space to your kitchen ideas not only helps keep the wider space stay neat and tidy, but can add ergonomic ease to your cooking experiences.  

‘If you are a keen cook, a walk-in pantry is a really practical adjunct to the working areas of the kitchen, keeping all your ingredients in one place and readily to hand,’ says Richard Moore, Design Director at Martin Moore . 

‘Good zoning makes all the difference to how a kitchen looks and performs, and with a much larger number of us now cooking and entertaining more at home, it has become increasingly important for our clients to have a place to store all the necessary ingredients, spices, and kitchenware. ’

Walk-in pantry ideas

From thoughtful design flourishes to handy organizational tips, we asked experts to share their favorite walk-in pantry ideas, and found some stunning examples to inspire you. 

1. Personalize the space to your needs

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‘Remember, every kitchen pantry can be tailored to your needs,’ says Tom Howley , Design Director at the eponymous kitchen design brand. ‘If you have an idea of the use and practical elements you want to include within the kitchen it becomes easy to plan out.’ 

No homeowner’s pantry ideas will be the same and nor should they be – so make sure the design of your space reflects how you use your kitchen and what you need. For example, this kitchen by The Secret Drawer features a bar area, including space for glasses, spirits bottles and cocktail paraphernalia. 

‘There are so many iterations and designs, both traditional and contemporary,’ says Graeme Smith, Head of Retail & Commercial Design at Life Kitchens . ‘The design is highly personal too and can be designed with your interests at the heart of them: spice racks for meals, deep shelves for pickling jars and hidden work surfaces for food prep.’ 

You could also make use of a range of pantry organizers to help store your staples, and to minimize the amount of space this takes up in your pantry.

2. Store appliances to allow your kitchen to stay minimal

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As the kitchen becomes increasingly used as a space for entertaining as well as cooking, more and more of us are opting for a minimal look in our kitchens, especially across our worktops. This means kitchen storage ideas need to work harder than ever before, hiding the messy facts of food production – and this is where a walk-in pantry becomes even more desirable. 

‘A walk-in pantry is a great place to store small appliances that can sometimes take up too much space in your kitchen, such as a kettle, blender or toaster,’ says Melissa Klink, Creative Director at Harvey Jones . ‘Don’t forget to include some power points, so you can plug and use the appliances on the walk-in pantry worktop, so you don’t have to carry them through to the kitchen whenever you want to use them.’ 

3. Light it up 

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Usually window-less and always able to trap more than a few shadows, walk-in pantries are always in need of thoughtful kitchen lighting ideas to make them a space you actually want to walk into. 

‘Careful use of lighting means that these are no longer dark recesses for hiding unsightly Tupperware and tins, but are incredibly useful and intuitive storage,’ says Smith. 

‘In terms of lighting, why not consider installing thoughtfully placed spotlights in your kitchen and pantry?’ adds Louise Wicksteed, Design Director at Sims Hilditch . ‘Task lighting is essential when working in a kitchen or pantry space, helping to create a well-lit and safe area in which to cook and store food.’ 

In this space by Humphrey Munson , even a pantry with a black interior gets enough lighting to be useful both night and day, thanks to concealed downlighters amid the open shelving.  

4. Use a partition wall to section off a pantry in a large kitchen

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The first step in putting together your walk-in pantry is deciding where to put it. The easiest time to do this is when designing a kitchen from scratch – if you don’t have a convenient nook or alcove in which to put it, you can consider creating one yourself through the construction of a partition wall. 

‘An experienced kitchen designer will be able to provide useful and valuable storage in whatever space is available, from combining several small rooms such as a coal store, hallway and boot room to create one large space or to putting up a partition wall to or sectioning off a corner of a room for a walk-in pantry,’ says Moore. 

Here, the pantry is placed conveniently next to the central cooking area, but extends deeper than the alcove that holds the oven. A layout like this could be achieved through the addition of what is now the pantry’s exterior wall, carving out a useful storage area from ample open space.  

5. Show off your pantry with glass doors 

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If you’re proud of your walk-in pantry, why not show it off to the world? This example by Mowlem & Co does so through the use of spectacular crittall glass doors, but a more subtle effect can also be achieved by fitting glass panels into your pantry’s kitchen cabinet ideas

‘Many people may shy away from open pantries as a storage option fearing that it may leave the kitchen looking cluttered or untidy but, done well, it actually helps to open up the kitchen and create a sense of space,’ says Howley. ‘Glass is an excellent finish for kitchens. Not only do glazed cabinets break up the monotony of repetitive, solid fronted doors – especially in large spaces – they maximise the flow of light into darker corners.’ 

‘If your walk-in pantry is hidden, it can have a completely different look to the main kitchen, however, if it’s semi-open, opting for a similar style will create a seamless and coherent feel, so that the walk-in pantry looks like it’s a natural extension of your main kitchen space,’ adds Klink.  

This also makes it easy to showcase your wine collection, as pictured above, whilst housing it away from the space in which you use to cook. Whether in a wine fridge or a wine storage rack, that is.

6. Decorate the interior like you would a kitchen

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‘In this project, we used our signature detail and personalisation to create a beautiful pantry space,’ says Katie Glaister, Co-Founder of K&H Designs . The result is a prime example of why you should dedicate the same level of care and attention to the interior design of your pantry as you would give any other room, right down to the kitchen tile ideas. 

‘The London-based clients had previously lived in New York and they asked us to include a nod to their transatlantic lifestyle somewhere in their new home. In response, we proposed New York tin tiles for the pantry ceiling. Wanting them to have the feel of old tiles without the risk of unhygienic flaking of old paint, we arranged for them to be aged and stained appropriately to the agreed style. ’ 

‘Involving the children in the design of this much loved nugget of a room, we sourced the lights and arranged for the words ‘Full English’ and ‘Chocolate Brownie’ to be screen painted on to each light.’ 

7. Use open shelving for accessibility and display

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If anything, getting your walk-in pantry organization ideas right is even more important than with a smaller space – no one wants to walk into a mess. Using open shelving will force you to keep things tidy, and will also make the space easier to use. 

‘The key to a successful walk-in pantry is to be able to walk in, take a look around and quickly grab ingredients or utensils, so open shelving is a great choice,’ says Klink. ‘To make the most of the space and increase storage, consider running your shelves all the way up to the ceiling.’

‘There has been a trend toward sustainable packaging meaning that the stylish homeowner no longer uses their cupboards to hide away plastics,’ adds Glaister. ‘Instead, beautiful ceramics, glassware and wicker storage pieces can be both practical as well as pleasing on the eye.’ 

8. Add storage to the inside of your doors 

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Even in a large pantry, you’ll want to choose kitchen cupboard storage ideas that make use of every last inch of space – including that open hollow directly behind your doors. 

‘A pull-out rack and shelving on the inside of the cupboard doors are also useful space saving techniques to keep in mind when designing a pantry,’ says Wicksteed. While not best equipped for holding heavy or bulky items, this party of your pantry is ideal for smaller bits and pieces. 

‘If you have space, include a rack for spices on the inside of the door,’ adds Howley. ‘It’s convenient if you’re cooking and need to go straight to the ingredients you need.’ 

9. Create a three-sided walk-in space with a double pantry

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‘For me, the most memorable part of the most fabulous kitchens is a double pantry – laden with interesting bottles of infused oils, rustling packets of the finest truffles, artisanal jarred vegetables and special seasonings,’ says Howley. ‘The act of opening a double pantry is truly a moment of awe and gives the process of cooking and entertaining a real sense of occasion.’ 

A walk-in pantry isn’t possible in every home but, as long as it fits in with your kitchen layout ideas, a double pantry can give the sensation of a tree-sided walk-in space. In the home of designer Liz Caan , a small corridor space leading out of the kitchen houses a built-in pantry with large double doors, which open up to give the sensation of a whole new room. As well as shelving on both doors, the breakfast bar includes its own sink. 

10. Minimize intrusion into the kitchen with bi-fold doors 

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Pantry doors are great until you leave them wide open and you have to squeeze between them and the island. If you’re planning for a walk-in pantry adjacent to a small kitchen, then consider using bi-fold doors to minimize their intrusion into the space when they swing out. If you can’t decide between an open or closed pantry, consider pocket doors that can be slid entirely out of view and into a wall cavity.  

What should be in a walk-in pantry? 

A walk-in pantry should house whatever you need it to. It can be simply a store cupboard for non-perishable foods, or can act as an area to hold both large and small appliances, from the fridge to the food processor. Regardless, it’s important to keep items zoned and organized. 

‘With a greater shift towards keeping worksurfaces clear of clutter, to give a more minimalist feel and allow for more prep space, the pantry serves as an excellent solution for concealing appliances,’ says Howley.

‘The pantry provides huge versatility when it comes to stockpiling ingredients,’ Howley adds. ‘Group similar goods together using baskets and shelf organisers, this not only looks tidy but stylish when the doors are open. Integrated drawers are perfect for storing more perishable items such as fruit, vegetables or breads.’ 

‘The easy-to-reach middle section of your kitchen pantry is perfect for tins and jars. Use dividers or shorter spacing to keep foodstuffs separate so you can see everything you need at a glance. ’

How deep should walk-in pantry shelves be?

Before you become set on the depth of your pantry shelves, work out exactly how much space you have to give to them. 

‘When starting to design a walk-in pantry, think about how much space you can allocate to it, as this will dictate the overall layout,’ advises Klink. ‘As a rule of thumb, allow at least 1000mm for the width of the walkway within the space. If you want the walk-in pantry to have larger features and appliances, such as a fridge, sink or microwave, allow a space of around 2.4m x 3m.’ 

The next step is to work out exactly what you’re intending to store. ‘Getting the shelf spacing right can maximise the room you have for storage,’ says Howley. ‘Large, deep cupboards with integrated workspace are ideal for storing appliances you may not want on your kitchen work surface… If including baskets or larger storage combinations, take into consideration shelf height and depth.’

To really ensure you’re getting the maximum out of your shelves, bespoke is best, advises Wicksteed. ‘Bespoke cabinetry is a great idea if you are working with an awkward or small space, helping you to make the most of what is available to you,’ she says. ‘Recessing shelving into the walls also works well with this in mind.’

Ailis started out at British GQ, where a month of work experience turned into 18 months of working on all sorts of projects, writing about everything from motorsport to interiors, and helping to put together the GQ Food & Drink Awards. She then spent three years at the London Evening Standard, covering restaurants and bars. After a period of freelancing, writing about food, drink and homes for publications including Conde Nast Traveller, Luxury London and Departures, she started at Homes & Gardens as a Digital Writer, allowing her to fully indulge her love of good interior design. She is now a fully fledged food PR but still writes for Homes & Gardens as a contributing editor.

Do it like a designer: Planning closets and pantries

Even if the storage room is small and there are no special decorative "beauties" planned, it is important to take into account a number of important nuances. What? Found out from practicing designers.

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1. Designers make an inventory and take measurements from things
Count all the things you plan to store and evaluate their dimensions. There is no standard size for an ironing board or vacuum cleaner - it is important to measure the exact ones that will be stored in your pantry or closet. Do thin and voluminous sweaters have different dimensions (which ones prevail in your wardrobe)? nine0003

Svetlana Pekhova: “ I had one very correct customer. He took on a sheet of paper and wrote down on it all the things that he was going to store in the wardrobe, took measurements from them. And only then did we start designing the shelves. As a result, everything - fit on three square meters from a vacuum cleaner with basins to handbags, suitcases and glasses .

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2. The designer takes into account the growth of the client. This does not only apply to children's wardrobes
Estimate how high it is convenient for you to reach with your hand so that you do not have to run for a chair every time you need to get something from the top shelf.

Elena Markina: « After assessing the wardrobe, the distribution of vertical surfaces for specific needs begins. Do not forget to provide space for hangers: the height of the section can vary from 100 to 150 cm, and the depth of - from 50 to 60 cm. You can design hanger rods in two rows. If the top row is located high enough, you need to use a pantograph (a special mechanism that allows you to lower the bar with things to the desired height) ».

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The photo shows an example of a pantograph rod

According to Elena, it is better to design shelves from a height of 110 and above, so that you can see what lies on them. It is better to provide the depth of the shelves from 25 to 40 cm, and the height - 32–45 cm. It is convenient to store jumpers, jeans (things that practically do not wrinkle when folded), as well as bags and shoes on the shelves. Pull-out shelves are also suitable for storing shoes. For boots, there are special hooks and liners. nine0003

It is better to give the lower part of the wardrobe system under drawers or baskets - this provides better access to things. But it must be taken into account that both boxes and baskets must be made no higher than 110 cm, otherwise it will be inconvenient for a person of average height to use them.

It is usually recommended to store large, not too often used items on the upper shelves, for example, blankets and pillows for guests, suitcases. Do not forget to store accessories (belts, scarves, ties, etc.), jewelry and underwear. For them, it is better to make drawers with dividers of small height. nine0003

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3. Designers start from the habits of the client
Some put their jeans on the shelf, others conveniently store them in the manner of dress pants - on a hanger. The need to design certain sections depends on your habits. And - more importantly - the opportunity to save money and not design unnecessary ones.

Elena Markina: « What kind of things prevail in the wardrobe? Let's say, if a girl has only two or three floor-length dresses, then it makes no sense to design a large-scale section for them ".

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Two before and after photos: the “space organizer” worked on order in the dresser drawer. But not everyone is ready to maintain such an ideal order on the shelves with a lack of storage space. And with new renovations, they try to plan more drawers and shelves - not to change habits, not to relearn how to fold clothes differently

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If you have a habit of watching movies while ironing and don't like to fold your ironing board, you can organize a permanent parking for it in the dressing room. And then hang the TV

on the topic ...
How to store an ironing board in the interior

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4. Designers do not lazy to double -check
things in groups - according to groups - according to the type of storage type . And be sure to "try on" in the designed system. It’s good when not only all things are placed, but there is also a reserve: plus 20% of free shelves and hung when it comes to storing clothes. With self-repair, they usually omit not only this stage of verification, but even ignore the compilation of a list of things. nine0003

Anna Brits: « Planning a dressing room is a very painstaking process. Today we spent almost five hours accurately drawing a storage scheme for things, boxes, shoes of the owner of apartment .

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5. If things do not fit, the designer goes beyond the boundaries of the room
When the amount of things assigned for storage does not fit into the dimensions of the pantry or dressing room, the designer will look for "storage reserves" in other parts of the interior. nine0003

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In the photo: we made the closet deeper - we gained space for shelves for household chemicals (and more importantly, we got the opportunity to hide the whole household mess behind the cabinet doors)

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6. Designers think not only about light, but also about ventilation and waterproofing
If there is a washing machine and dryer in the dressing room, it is necessary to waterproof the room, ground sockets and water supply. The light is also planned based on the type of racks, cabinets and their overall dimensions (for example, so that the doors do not hit the ceiling during the opening process). If the dressing room is adjacent to the bathroom, it will not interfere with its own forced ventilation. nine0003

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In the photo: in the dressing room from this project, the ventilation was also decoratively beaten, making a grillato ceiling. The surface above the grille is painted black for a "deep" ceiling effect. Hidden behind the ceiling is an indoor air conditioning unit and ventilation wiring. This technique made it possible to do without hatches

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In the photo: a conventional vacuum cleaner only needs a place to store it, but a hand-held battery vacuum cleaner needs a socket inside the recharging cabinet. The robot vacuum needs to somehow get into the parking area, so most likely the cabinet should not have a plinth. Or a recharging place is planned outside storage systems

7. Designers start from the approved project when communications fail
Elena Markina: “ Electrical and lighting plans are one of the first things workers want to see at the construction site after installation plans ”. But in order to draw an electrician and communications, the designer needs to fully approve the dressing room project with the client. Otherwise, inconsistencies may arise in engineering issues (the outputs for the lamps are not there, the switches are located behind the cabinet, etc.). nine0003

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8. The designer thinks… about the design of the dressing room
Vasilisa Pavlova: “We get into this “unimportant” room from the “important” one: entrance hall, bedroom, kitchen. Not including pantries, dressing rooms, laundry rooms in the development, as a result, we can get rooms that are strikingly different in appearance from other spaces. The overall impression of the interior in this case will be spoiled.

Pay attention to the accurate joining of the skirting board to the closet, the focal point - what one sees on the wall opposite the entrance to the dressing room. Try to make the front storage system closed, and the racks located on the side of the entrance can be without shutters. nine0003

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In the photo: you see a mirror and a funny chair - you pay attention to the order (or disorder) on the shelves in the second turn

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9. The designer takes into account the client's plans for the next 5 – 10 years old
Perhaps the family plans to have a dog or children? Or maybe you want to put a simulator (as in the photo)? This can be put into the project and get a utility room "for growth".

Anna Savkina: “In one of my projects there was a case in point. The customer excluded the design of the utility room from the project, and then urgently began to make sewerage under the shower tray there, in case a dog appeared in the family. The dog was brought in immediately after the repair and its paws are washed in the pan after the walk.”

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To summarize

  1. Content - we think over for a specific person or family.
  2. Before ordering wardrobes, we count things and write down their dimensions.
  3. In the laundry and pantries according to the size of the equipment - we plan the necessary communications.
  4. We do not ignore the stage of checking and mentally "trying on" the available things on the shelves. nine0169

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Contents

  1. 1. Advantages of the laundry room
  2. 2. Where to organize
  3. 3. Layout and ergonomics
  4. 4. How to choose the size of the room
  5. 4.1. Laundry cabinet
  6. 4.2. Laundry in niche
  7. 4. 3. Private room
  8. 5. Arrangement of the laundry room
  9. 6. ​​What to put in the laundry room
  10. 7. Planning decisions
  11. 7.1. Laundry room 4 m2
  12. 7.2. Laundry room 10 m2
  13. 7.3. Laundry room with dressing room 29 m2

Laundry room, or laundry room, is a convenient solution for a private house or apartment of almost any size. A separate room in which clothes are washed and dried is equipped even on 4 m2, not to mention large rooms. How to do it correctly and what to consider, you will learn from this article. The material will primarily be useful to those who are currently designing their own home or planning to do so. nine0003

A floor-to-ceiling window blurs the line between room and street, making the space bigger and more beautiful.

Advantages of the laundry room

It would seem, why allocate a separate room for a washing machine and take up square meters? There are at least 4 reasons.

Where to organize

There are two criteria for choosing a laundry room. It should:

In an apartment, it is more practical to equip your own laundry room next to the bathroom. Ideally, when it borders on the dressing room or is combined with it. Then you do not have to carry ironed things around the apartment. Laundry can be organized next to the shower or pantry. nine0003

If ironing is part of your daily routine, then a permanent place should be allocated for the steam system.

In a private house, a laundry room can be made together with a boiler room, boiler room. Typically, the laundry room is located on the basement or first floor, so as not to spread dirt from the street.

The laundry room of a private house should have a separate entrance from the street. After working in the garden, you can immediately go into the room, wash your shoes and change clothes. In summer, you do not have to go around the whole house to hang clothes on the street. nine0270

Layout and ergonomics

Ergonomics is all about convenience. When all equipment and objects, united by one function, are at arm's length. When nothing prevents you from moving around the room and open cabinet doors do not hit other furniture, walls or appliances. What is important to consider when arranging a home laundry.

  • Make a list of what you will install and keep in the room. Provide a separate place for each item. To prevent the atmosphere from creating a feeling of clutter, hide things behind closed facades. nine0169
  • Allocate a permanent place for mobile equipment that you plan to use regularly. For example, under the ironing system. So you don’t have to take it out and hide it in the closet every time, which will save energy.
  • Place the equipment and inventory that are needed to solve the same task side by side. For example, next to the washing machine, arrange shelves for washing powders. So you do not have to make extra movements when loading the machine.
  • If the room has a non-standard shape, order custom-made furniture. This will help you use every cm to your advantage and make the space as convenient as possible. nine0169
  • Plan aisles at least 70 cm wide. Ideally leave a meter for them. This is necessary so that the open doors do not interfere with walking and it is convenient to turn around with a laundry basket.

To make it convenient to use a narrow laundry room, it is worth reducing the width of the cabinets

Now there are many different solutions that help to rationally use the area. These are retractable columns and shelves: they can accommodate baskets for linen, detergents. Save square meters and folding dryers. Some models have several planes for drying a large amount of clothes. When folded, these dryers take up minimal space. nine0003

If you plan to put more than two washing machines or dryers, then it is rational to place them in a row

How to place the washer and dryer depends on the size of the laundry room.

  • If there is not enough space, then it is more rational to put them in a column. A dryer is usually placed on top, because it weighs less.
  • If there is enough space, then you should choose a horizontal layout. At the same time, put them on a podium with a height of 50-60 cm. This will facilitate the loading and unloading of linen. In the podium, you can design additional storage space. nine0169

How to choose the size of the room

It depends on the area that you are willing to give for your own laundry and how you will use it. The following options are possible.

Laundry cabinet

It is a separate cabinet in which the compartment for the washing machine and dryer comes without a door. The adjacent compartment with a sash can be used for chemicals, a vacuum cleaner and an ironing board.

How much space it can take up: 0.8-1 m2. nine0003

Where to install: in the corridor or hallway next to the bathroom, in the bathroom or boiler room. Under the stairs in a private house.

Suitable for: young single people, as well as those who do not plan to spend a lot of time on washing and ironing.

Laundry in a niche

In fact, this is the same laundry cabinet, but without fronts, back and side walls. You can make a niche yourself if it is not in the layout, and hide the laundry room behind a folding or sliding door. nine0003

How much space it can take up: from 1.4 m2.

Where to install: in the kitchen or bathroom.

Suitable for: owners of small apartments and houses who want to keep all the laundry equipment and chemicals in one place.

Remember that in apartments you can not move or equip a wet area above the living space. In addition, the redevelopment must first be agreed with the BTI.

To save space in the laundry room, you can put a washing machine with a dryer function as in the photo

Private room

This is the most thoughtful option when it comes to comfort. In the home laundry, you can provide a place for everything: washing, drying, ironing, washing shoes and storing household items.

How much space it can take: from 4 m2.

Where to equip: near the kitchen or bathroom.

Suitable for: owners of large apartments, families with children and those who do a lot of laundry.

Please note that in our design studio you can design the interior design of a country house. A team of professional designers will fulfill your every desire!

Laundry room arrangement

Illumination can be provided along the countertop and in the niches of open shelves

When designing a home laundry, it is important to think through the engineering systems in advance. What do they include. nine0003

  • Ventilation. The simplest option is a separate window through which the air in the room will circulate. This can be done in a private house. The supply and exhaust systems that are installed in suburban real estate and apartments work more efficiently.
  • Heating. If the laundry room is a separate room, then a heating system is required. If 1 m2 is allocated for it, then the air will be heated at the expense of neighboring rooms.
  • Water supply and sewerage. It is important not to forget to plan plumbing points for an additional sink. It is necessary to carry out hot water if you plan to use a laundry room for washing the paws of pets. For the convenience of washing the sink and various containers, install plumbing fixtures with a flexible faucet. nine0169
  • Lighting. In addition to general light, such as a ceiling chandelier, you will need spotlights. They should highlight individual areas: washing, ironing area, so as not to miss the folds, especially on dark clothes. To achieve maximum comfort, you can purchase a floor lamp with a flexible stand. This will direct the light in the right direction.
  • Electricity. It is important to plan for a sufficient number of outlets in the laundry room. If it is miniature and built into a niche, then two outlets are enough for a washing machine and a dryer. In a full-fledged laundry, it is worth designing a connector for each electrical appliance. A separate socket will not interfere with charging the phone. nine0169

Consider how high the outlets should be placed. It is more convenient to turn on the iron if they are mounted at a height of 90 cm from the floor. Then you do not have to bend down each time to insert or pull out the cord.

What to put in the laundry room

The table lists the basic and additional items for home laundry.

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What What to put in addition
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Rack or cabinet with doors for storing household chemicals and household items
  • Vertical drying cabinet for drying clothes, wet clothes after rain and shoes
  • Dirty laundry baskets
  • Dryer (floor or ceiling)
  • Deep hand wash basin
  • Separate low sink for washing shoes and paws of animals after a walk
  • Steam system or ironing board

For shirts, blouses and dresses, a hanging rail is indispensable. If you plan to spend a lot of time in the laundry room, install a TV and comfortable chairs in it. Laundry room furniture is worth buying practical. Suitable wood with a protective coating, matting upholstery.

Planning solutions

Let's consider them on examples of ready-made laundry designs in apartments and houses from our specialists. nine0003

Laundry room 4 m2

For small rooms, you should choose light shades that visually increase the space.

The photo shows the project of the residential complex "Lira". In a small area, it was possible to place the most necessary things, including the sink. She borders on the rack. Well thought out storage system. Open shelves expand the space, make it deeper. Light shades of wood and technology also work for this. At the same time, cabinet fronts hide things, making the interior seem neat and cozy. nine0003

We offer you to evaluate a few more projects of small laundry rooms from our designers:

  • Polyanka - compact laundry room with black marble finish

    • Laundry room 10 m2

    To make it more convenient to wash shoes or paws of animals, it is worth providing a faucet with a flexible spout

    The feature of the project Yalta Sea Descent is two shells, each of which performs its own function. High is needed for hand washing small items, low is for washing the paws of animals. nine0003

    Washing area and storage system designed in parallel. At the same time, the designer placed the washing machine and dryer under the stairs, making the most efficient use of space. Pay attention to how much space is left for moving. If there are pets in the house, this is worth considering.

    Similar projects:

    • Discord - laundry room 13 m2
    • House in Pushkino - home laundry for 12 m2

    Laundry room with wardrobe for 29m2

    Ideal for a large family

    The room allocated for laundry in the Yalta project has an elongated shape. This determined the planning solution: a closet with closed and open shelves is placed parallel to the washing and drying zones. The passage is wide - nothing will interfere. A large window brings natural light into the room and acts as ventilation.

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