This blog is a central location for all aspects of the master plan for our home. I have categorized all of the photos I have collected for many years, explaining why I have chosen certain homes, rooms, gardens, furnishings, etc. The clutter of magazines and books, and trying to convey the same thoughts to various different people was difficult. The hope is to clarify our ideas in quick reference pages, so that the professionals helping us will fully understand what we are trying to accomplish.
We shape our dwellings, and then our dwellings shape us.--Winston Churchill
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Walk-in Pantry
Walk-in Pantries
This is a concept I am very excited about. We originally wanted two separate walk-in pantries, but have combined the food and equipment pantry into one large closet. By doing this, it opened up the other side for a more open "2nd, or Catering Kitchen".
I tend to be very visual. I like to know what I have, and to know where things are, or what I need to buy, by looking quickly in one place. Not only will my daily life will improve by having enough space to have all of these items at my disposal, rather than scattered in a number of storage locations, but it will also lend to the "old" feeling I want to create by having these surprise little rooms. I want to feel as if I am going shopping and everything I need is immediately visible-- Truly a "central supply" area.
I would like the shelving to be like this photo. Not the standard white.
Equipment pantry
Items to be stored
Small and medium appliances not used everyday
Chafing dishes
Entertaining dinnerware and flatware
Holiday themed items
Linens
Candles/Batteries/Emergency/Fire Extinguisher
Light bulbs
Food Pantry
All household bulk items in here (paper towels, water, drinks, etc.)
All cleaning items in separate locked cabinet? Might make sense to put utility sink here, or move these items close to where we end up putting the utility sink.
Locked "goodie" cabinet
Most non-perishable food
? Some refrigerator or freezer components in here might make sense.