12 Photos Of Dream Pantries That Are Basically Interior Design Porn

You can store items higher if you have a means for retrieving 'em — which is where this sliding ladder comes into play. It adds serious style and functionality to a large pantry.

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A glitzy light source, like this crystal chandelier, transforms an already stylish pantry into a food storage space fit for royalty.

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Never underestimate the power (and glamour) of built-in shelving. Here, floor-to-ceiling organizers provide plenty of space for food, allowing the back wall to be dedicated to prized possessions like heavy-duty appliances and breakable china.

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The butler's pantry in a Greenwich, Connecticut, house designed by Lee Ann Thornton connects the dining room to the kitchen and delivers a vibrant blue punch to all who pass through.

You can't go wrong with this classic design. Jordan of Oh Happy Day added subway tiles, white bracket shelves, and a black pendant to complete the industrial-inspired look of her pantry.

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A pantry isn't much help if it isn't functional. Jamin and Ashley of The Handmade Home completely gutted their existing pantry, painted the space a bright blue-green, and added a yellow industrial-style pendant. The classic metal nameplates add a touch of traditional elegance (and organization) to the space.

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If you're short on space in the kitchen, take a look around your house for a more creative location. Shawna Mullarkey turned an old coat closet under the stairs into her food storage space.

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All the clutter of this Chicago kitchen designed by Mick De Giulio is hidden behind closed doors, which open to reveal an expansive storage space. To bring it all together, the drawers are constructed out of the same honey-colored pine as the island. Pull-out willow baskets hold fruit and vegetables.

In this Los Angeles kitchen designed by Chris Barrett open shelves (fabricated by Garrett Woodworking) let you see exactly what you have at a glance. And lets your dog have a peek too.

Wallpaper or a pencil pattern behind pantry shelves provides unexpected graphic detail. Here, Shelley and Carson of The House of Smiths painted the inside of their pantry and lined between shelves with scalloped decals.

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No space for a whole separate room? Opt for a pantry that's part of your cabinets, like this pull-out one in a Scandinavian-inspired kitchen in New York. A chalkboard cabinet face for notes and grocery lists adds extra function.