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A pantry is an entertainer’s dream, providing an elegant solution to free up some storage and prep space, helping you keep your kitchen tidy.
Maybe you live in a home with a butler’s pantry and want to tap into its full potential. Or maybe you’re planning to convert an unused walk-in space into a butler’s pantry and want to consider your options.
From shelves to countertops, cabinets, lighting, paint, wallpaper, backsplashes, flooring, bars, appliances, and more, there are many different ways to customize your pantry to fit your lifestyle and add functionality to your home.
Take a look at these traditional and modern pantries in a variety of spaces for inspiration.
What is Butler’s Pantry?
The butler’s pantry (or scullery) is a transitional space that often connects the kitchen to the dining room. It provides a dedicated space for storage, meal preparation, and cleanup.
While a pantry is typically an enclosed space with only one door, a butler’s pantry is traditionally a pass-through space that may or may not have swinging, sliding, or pocket doors at both ends.
A walk-in pantry is essentially a storage cellar for dry goods and other items related to meal preparation. A butler’s pantry, on the other hand, is typically used to store items such as serving dishes, glassware, and dishes. It can include a sink, a home bar, and small appliances such as a microwave, wine cooler, or dishwasher.
