Andrea Cary
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Atlanta with stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and with island.

HGTV House Hunters Renovation - Culver City

Breeze Giannasio Interiors

Meghan Bob Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Los Angeles with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors and with island.

Lake Knowles

Michael Wenrich Architects

Ryan Begley Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized modern kitchen pantry in Orlando with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, stainless steel appliances, concrete floors and with island.

Custom Built-ins for Home Office

Kitchen Magic

Custom pantry and roll outs. David Glasofer
This is an example of a large contemporary galley kitchen pantry in New York with flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.

Dobbs Ferry Interior

Daniel Contelmo Architects

A hidden pantry provides a bright, clean and organized space for storage, preparation, and clean-up. Photo by Daniel Contelmo Jr. Stylist: Adams Interior Design

Birmingham Urban Style Kitchen Remodel

MainStreet Design Build

The homeowner's favorite part of this kitchen remodel was a gorgeous walk-in pantry, highlighted with opaque glass doors, a beverage center and quartz countertops. Wine Fridge: GE Monogram ZDBC240NBS 24" Beverage Center wth a stainless steel and glass door Kate Benjamin Photography

Karen's Kitchen

Custom Corners LLC

Custom alder cabinetry with inset doors. The wall cabinets have a painted look in Svelte Sage. The island has a custom grey stain.
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors and with island.

Dutton

Ventana Home

Open and spacious kitchen layout was designed to encourage free flow between all spaces as well as functionality. A walkthrough pantry/mud room adjacent to the kitchen offers additional counter and shelving space to hide appliances and coral messes. Open style shelving keep functional and decorative items such as glasses and bowls withing easy reach.

Corte Madera

CM Natural Designs

This is an example of a mid-sized modern l-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor, white benchtop and exposed beam.

Kitchens III

Webber Coleman Woodworks

Transitional white and gray kitchen with handsome blue island
Design ideas for a large l-shaped kitchen pantry in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern Blue & White Kitchen and Laundry

GMI Design Group

This dark, dreary kitchen was large, but not being used well. The family of 7 had outgrown the limited storage and experienced traffic bottlenecks when in the kitchen together. A bright, cheerful and more functional kitchen was desired, as well as a new pantry space. We gutted the kitchen and closed off the landing through the door to the garage to create a new pantry. A frosted glass pocket door eliminates door swing issues. In the pantry, a small access door opens to the garage so groceries can be loaded easily. Grey wood-look tile was laid everywhere. We replaced the small window and added a 6’x4’ window, instantly adding tons of natural light. A modern motorized sheer roller shade helps control early morning glare. Three free-floating shelves are to the right of the window for favorite décor and collectables. White, ceiling-height cabinets surround the room. The full-overlay doors keep the look seamless. Double dishwashers, double ovens and a double refrigerator are essentials for this busy, large family. An induction cooktop was chosen for energy efficiency, child safety, and reliability in cooking. An appliance garage and a mixer lift house the much-used small appliances. An ice maker and beverage center were added to the side wall cabinet bank. The microwave and TV are hidden but have easy access. The inspiration for the room was an exclusive glass mosaic tile. The large island is a glossy classic blue. White quartz countertops feature small flecks of silver. Plus, the stainless metal accent was even added to the toe kick! Upper cabinet, under-cabinet and pendant ambient lighting, all on dimmers, was added and every light (even ceiling lights) is LED for energy efficiency. White-on-white modern counter stools are easy to clean. Plus, throughout the room, strategically placed USB outlets give tidy charging options.

Snoqualmie Renovation

Dacobi Builders

Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped kitchen pantry in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, grey floor and white benchtop.

Seattle Kitchen and Bath

Rainier Cabinetry & Design, Inc

Brookhaven, maple with a light stain, Cambria tops
Mid-sized arts and crafts l-shaped kitchen pantry in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, a peninsula, beige floor and white benchtop.

North Shore Villa

Lauren Coburn LLC

Mid-sized traditional galley kitchen pantry in Chicago with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, panelled appliances, dark hardwood floors, black floor and grey benchtop.

Small Kitchen Transformation

Integrity Development & Construction, Inc.

Detail of pantry wall with open wood shelving.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley kitchen pantry in Boston with a farmhouse sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island and white benchtop.

Bellaire, Fern Remodel

Adeline Ray Design Studio

Connie Anderson Photography
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Houston with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and beige benchtop.

White Shaker Dream

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

Extensive remodel to this couple's upscale home in Carlsbad. Transitional Bellmont Cabinet shaker style cabinetry with Quartz Aurea Stone's Paragon with 2-1/4" eased edge on the island top and Silestone's Charcoal Soapstone in Suede on the perimeter tops. We pulled out all the goodies on this kitchen with stacked cabinetry to the ceiling with glass uppers and lighting, an espresso bar cabinet with microwave shelf, fully customized hood with corbels, utensil base pullout, spice base pullout, two base trash/recycle pullouts, a base corner arena, drawer organizers, a custom niche bookcase, under cabinet angled power strips and more! TaylorPro is a Bellmont Cabinet Dealer Photos by: Jon Upson

Ellerton - Lake Cottage

Visbeen Architects

Builder: Segard Builders Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography Symmetry and traditional sensibilities drive this homes stately style. Flanking garages compliment a grand entrance and frame a roundabout style motor court. On axis, and centered on the homes roofline is a traditional A-frame dormer. The walkout rear elevation is covered by a paired column gallery that is connected to the main levels living, dining, and master bedroom. Inside, the foyer is centrally located, and flanked to the right by a grand staircase. To the left of the foyer is the homes private master suite featuring a roomy study, expansive dressing room, and bedroom. The dining room is surrounded on three sides by large windows and a pair of French doors open onto a separate outdoor grill space. The kitchen island, with seating for seven, is strategically placed on axis to the living room fireplace and the dining room table. Taking a trip down the grand staircase reveals the lower level living room, which serves as an entertainment space between the private bedrooms to the left and separate guest bedroom suite to the right. Rounding out this plans key features is the attached garage, which has its own separate staircase connecting it to the lower level as well as the bonus room above.

Western Elegance

Hahka Kitchens

This Montana inspired kitchen was designed to reflect the homeowners' love of the great outdoors. Earthy wood tones and majestic granite complement the western decor of their home. Cherry cabinets have a western style door and rugged oil rubbed bronze handles. Two structural changes were made. First, a tray ceiling was created to increase the height of the kitchen. Next, the kitchen was opened up completely to the family room by removing a doorway and partial wall. The end of the peninsula curves around to invite everyone into the family room. The apothecary drawers (left of the dishwasher) add a rustic western charm. But the highlight of this kitchen is the custom built large pantry. A granite work surface within the pantry complete with electrical outlets allows the homeowner to use small appliances right where they located and stored. Upper shelves allow the homeowners to easily see their large and small pantry items along with generously sized spice racks on each door. Plenty of drawers and a second food pantry provide the needed storage for this active family.

Cozy & Rustic Kitchen

Lampert Lumber - Rice Lake

Woodland Cabinetry Base Cabinets: Wood Specie: Hickory Door Style: Rustic Farmstead 5-piece drawers Finish: Patina Upper Cabinets: Wood Specie: Maple Door Style: Mission Finish: Forge with Chocolate Glaze and Heirloom Distressing

Kitchen Pantry Design Ideas

There’s a lot to consider when it comes to planning your kitchen design. Where do you even start? Gathering some inspiration in a photo gallery is always a good starting point, as looking at different kitchen designs often brings up ideas you haven’t even thought of yet.

Browse Photos of Kitchen Designs for Inspiration and Collect Your Ideas

You can browse through photos of all kinds of kitchen styles, layouts and sizes on Houzz to get started before jumping into any design software or contacting a local professional for help. Here’s a few considerations to keep in mind when planning your kitchen.

1. What Makes a Good Kitchen Design, and Why is it Important?

For starters, you want to find a balance between aesthetics and function. You may have heard of the ‘kitchen work triangle’, which refers to the space between your fridge, sink and stove. You want everything within easy reach when you’re working in the kitchen and look beautiful at the same time. It’s a good idea to take note of both when browsing our photo gallery.

2. Consider Your Space to Determine Your Kitchen Layout

Firstly, consider the space you have, and the limitations that come with it. Do you have a small kitchen and need to maximise your workspace and storage? Can you allow yourself some more space and a big island with seating? Are you designing your kitchen from scratch or renovating an existing design? Which appliances do you already own and what are their measurements? Are there windows you need to take into consideration when planning cabinets? How do kitchen, living and dining areas connect? Depending on your space and needs, you want to use a shape that suits you. U, G, or L-shaped kitchen, with or without island or peninsula? Know your dimensions, plan cabinetry carefully and consider the placement of your appliances. You don’t want to end up with a finished design, only for your significant other to question where the fridge is supposed to go. Consider from the start where your fridge, oven, microwave and sink goes to save yourself from starting again from scratch - remember the kitchen work triangle! You also want to plan the layout of your cabinets. Maybe you’re planning for a pantry and can do with less storage space in your kitchen, so that your design can be one without upper or lower cabinets for a different look. A corner cabinet can be a smart storage solution if you want to keep the look clean and simple.

3. Decide on a Kitchen Style, But Don’t Forget Practicality

You want the style of your kitchen to reflect your personality and taste. We have curated a large array of kitchen styles here at Houzz, from traditional to contemporary to transitional and everything in between. Consider what your cooking style is for a start - Italy is known for its cuisine, so italian kitchen designs are generally popular. Also consider ergonomics - depending on how much time you spend in your kitchen, the height of your counters can make a big difference to your overall health. You also want to consider colour and finishes of cabinets, countertops and splashbacks. Which colour do you want your cupboards to be? Simple, timeless white or rather making a statement in black? Maybe rather a rustic wood? Also consider the colour of your floor - if you have dark floors, you may want to keep cabinets lighter. You could also go for an all-white look and choose black appliances for contrast. Once you know which style you fancy, don’t forget how you will be using the space. You want to keep cooking in mind, as well as how easy to clean and maintain the space will be. How many cooks do you need to accommodate? Do you have kids around? How much storage do you need? Maybe you want to go for open shelves rather than cabinets and allow for easy reach of key items you use when cooking. Again - remember the triangle! Lastly, choose lighting that both enhances the look of your kitchen as well as your cooking performance, providing light in all the right places.

4. Be Conscious of Your Budget

No matter what you plan for your kitchen design, cost is always a big factor. Be sure to plan with your budget in mind. It may make more sense to go for a modular kitchen design rather than custom build. You can save a lot of money if you get at least 3 estimates from professionals before locking in the job. And don’t forget to allow a 20% buffer for emergencies. Once you are ready to hire a pro, our directory will help you find one, no matter where you are. So whether you're looking for an Interior Designer in Melbourne or an Architect in Sydney, you can be sure to find a qualified expert for the job!