14 Beautiful Pantries That Will Give You New Organization Goals

Whether you're looking for inspiration for a DIY pantry makeover, or just enjoy look at exquisitely organized spaces, these inspired designs are worth lusting over.

Lisa Romerein
Best Use of Vertical Space
Don't waste your kitchen closet on buckets and a broom. Six-foot-tall pine shelving units transform this space into a pantry that maximizes corners. Fill the shelves with preserves, dry goods and more.

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The Paper Mama
Best Custom Details
This unconventional space features a hand-painted citrus wall behind the shelves for a one-of-a-kind, cheery look.

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Brian Woodcock
Best Use of an Antique
There's no need for built-ins when you turn an armoire into a pantry. Add or remove shelves to suit your needs—locker baskets and metal troughs make it easy to sort dry goods and bottled beverages.

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Design Sponge
Best Use of Natural Wood
Neat rows of jars contrasted with a natural element makes this simple pantry look stunning.

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Eleven Gables
Best Use of Accessories
Wicker baskets create a unified and clean space—and are sturdy enough to keep bottles and packages standing upright.

See more at Eleven Gables.

Organizing Made Fun
Best Use of a Chalkboard
These homeowners used chalkboard paint behind hanging shelves to create customizable labels for their storage space.

Get the tutorial at Organizing Made Fun.

DIY Passion
Best Use of a Small Space
This storage hack is proof that no kitchen or space is too tiny for a pretty pantry.

Get the tutorial at DIY Passion.

The Social Home
Best Use of Dollar Store Finds
Transform basic containers into charming storage bins with cute labels.

Get the tutorial at The Social Home.

The Shabby Creek Cottage
Best Upcycle Project
Work some crafty magic to create the quirky pantry of your dreams by repurposing a set of lockers.

Get the tutorial at The Shabby Creek Cottage.

Kevin and Amanda
Best Appliance Storage
A well designed pantry has a home for everything including small snacks, dishware, and appliances.

Get the tutorial at Kevin and Amanda.

Polished Habitat
Best Use of Color
Gold accents and bright colors give this pantry some fun flair.

Get the tutorial at Polished Habitat.

Shanty 2 Chic
Best Use of Pantry Door
Forget a spice rack—every pantry needs a spice door.

Get the tutorial at Shanty 2 Chic.

Oh Happy Day
Best Use of Subway Tile
Attention Fixer Upper fans—this style is right up your alley.

Get the tutorial at Oh Happy Day.

Classy Clutter
Best Use of Wallpaper
Add some pizzazz to your storeroom with floor-to-ceiling wallpaper.

Get the tutorial at Classy Clutter.


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From: Country Living US


By Jessica Leigh Mattern

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