Pantry Design & Layout

Learn about different pantry types, recommended sizes for pantries, ergonomics and other considerations and best practices for designing your perfect pantry.

Don’t forget about keeping your pantry the right temperature (not too cool, not too hot) and well ventilated so pantry air is always fresh. Learn about lighting and electrical and good planning that makes your pantry efficient as it can be.

Pantry Types 101

What kind of pantry do you want? Here at Everything Pantry, we think about pantry types a lot. Break out of traditional pantry styles and open yourself up to something new with these pantry examples.


  • Tips for Buying Pantry Shelves
    Tips for Buying Pantry Shelves
  • Hidden Pantries, the Best-Kept Kitchen Secret
    Hidden Pantries, the Best-Kept Kitchen Secret
  • Increase Pantry Storage With a Murphy Door
    Increase Pantry Storage With a Murphy Door
  • What’s a Good Size for a Corner Pantry?
    What’s a Good Size for a Corner Pantry?
  • Adding a Library Ladder to Your Home
    Adding a Library Ladder to Your Home
  • How to Make Open Concept Plans BETTER
    How to Make Open Concept Plans BETTER

Planning for additional features

Pantries aren’t just boxed rooms, there are additional features to consider. Countertops, workspace, sinks, desks, windows and more inclusions can make your pantry “just right.”


  • Tips for Buying Pantry Shelves
    Tips for Buying Pantry Shelves
  • Hidden Pantries, the Best-Kept Kitchen Secret
    Hidden Pantries, the Best-Kept Kitchen Secret
  • Increase Pantry Storage With a Murphy Door
    Increase Pantry Storage With a Murphy Door
  • What’s a Good Size for a Corner Pantry?
    What’s a Good Size for a Corner Pantry?
  • Adding a Library Ladder to Your Home
    Adding a Library Ladder to Your Home
  • How to Make Open Concept Plans BETTER
    How to Make Open Concept Plans BETTER

No Pantry Space – Places in Your Home to Find More Food Storage

Pantry space isn’t always about building a glorious new pantry, it’s about working with the space you have. Get creative when looking for more pantry space in your apartment or home!