This walk-in pantry design is more than a mere solution; it epitomises tailored organisation, blending versatility, sophistication, and practicality. From sleek open shelving to deep storage drawers, each detail is meticulously crafted, ensuring everyday tasks are both efficient and enjoyable. The cabinetry and open shelving have been finished in our calming neutral, Comfrey, which complements the dusted oak internals and practical hanging rails. Elevating the space to new heights, the breathtaking Caesarstone Vanilla Noir worktop introduces a sense of depth and luxury with its striking dark base and subtle, neutral veining.

Portland Exectutive Home

Plush Couture Interiors

Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands, grey floor, black benchtop and recessed.

Spanish White Mediterranean

Maraya Interior Design

Antique table in a tall white pantry with a rolling ladder and antique light fixture. A clean, contemporary white palette in this traditional Spanish Style home in Santa Barbara, California. Soft greys, beige, cream colored fabrics, hand knotted rugs and quiet light walls show off the beautiful thick arches between the living room and dining room. Stained wood beams, wrought iron lighting, and carved limestone fireplaces give a soft, comfortable feel for this summer home by the Pacific Ocean. White linen drapes with grass shades give warmth and texture to the great room. The kitchen features glass and white marble mosaic backsplash, white slabs of natural quartzite, and a built in banquet nook. The oak cabinets are lightened by a white wash over the stained wood, and medium brown wood plank flooring througout the home. Project Location: Santa Barbara, California. Project designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Malibu, Westlake and Calabasas, across the tri-county areas of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills- north through Solvang and more.

Kitchen Remodels

Project Pros

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Baltimore with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, black appliances, vinyl floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Princeton Junction

Wilkes Architects - Princeton Design Guild

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, light hardwood floors, with island and black benchtop.

Oasis Drive

North Coast Design

Large kitchen with walk in scullery. Top Snap Melville - Kylie Richardson
Large modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in Perth with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, multiple islands, white floor and black benchtop.

Kitchens III

Webber Coleman Woodworks

This is an example of a large transitional kitchen pantry in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, panelled appliances, medium hardwood floors, with island, brown floor and black benchtop.

Glenn Dale, MD Kitchen Remodeling

Atlantic Tile, Kitchen and Bath

Kitchen remodeling in Glenn Dale, MD
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in DC Metro with a double-bowl sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, porcelain floors, with island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Sierra Madre Renovation

SoCal Canyon Builders

Updated kitchen with custom green cabinetry, black countertops, custom hood vent for 36" Wolf range with designer tile and stained wood tongue and groove backsplash.

Timeless and Spacious Condo Kitchen

Custom Kitchens by John Wilkins, Inc.

Small transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, brown floor and black benchtop.

#CountrysideCustom Butler's Pantry

Alma Homes

Melissa Oholendt Photography
Mid-sized country single-wall kitchen pantry in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, dark hardwood floors, no island, brown floor, black benchtop, granite benchtops and multi-coloured splashback.

Indian Rd

Intelligent Design Group

Kitchen pantry in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, beige floor and black benchtop.

Land Park, CA Contemporary/Mid-Century Modern Remodel

Kristen Elizabeth Design

Mosaic tiles seen here, are blue/white/black and play off the colors used throughout the kitchen
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley kitchen pantry in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, slate floors, with island, black floor and black benchtop.

Contemporary Kitchen and Master Bathroom Update

KitchensandClosets.com By K-One Floors, Inc.

Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped kitchen pantry in New York with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, stainless steel appliances, ceramic floors, with island, black floor, black benchtop and vaulted.

Gallery

Denise Konicek Tiling

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, white appliances, with island, glass-front cabinets, granite benchtops and black benchtop.

Kitchen Walk-in Pantry

Tom Howley

The Mandalay

Robbins Contracting

Large walk-in pantry with built-in shelves and countertop, window, and appliances.
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Denver with an undermount sink, laminate benchtops, stainless steel appliances, medium hardwood floors, no island, grey floor and black benchtop.

Portland Exectutive Home

Plush Couture Interiors

Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped kitchen pantry in Portland with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, black appliances, concrete floors, multiple islands, grey floor, black benchtop and recessed.

Wil Rose - Whole Home Remodel

Anderson & Rodgers Construction

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped kitchen pantry in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, porcelain splashback, panelled appliances, brick floors and black benchtop.

Brookline

Lisa Davis Interiors

L Shaped Jewett Farms Kitchen, with Brick Walls
Inspiration for a mid-sized country l-shaped kitchen pantry in Boston with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, stainless steel appliances, with island, black benchtop, an undermount sink, red splashback, brick splashback, slate floors and multi-coloured floor.

Kitchen Pantry with Black Benchtop 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!