Bespoke Pantries

The Ultimate Kitchen Companion

The pantry is experiencing a revival, and for good reason. It is the “engine room” of the modern home. By creating a dedicated space for food storage and small appliances, you keep your main kitchen worktops clear and clutter-free. At Designer Kitchen Direct, we design bespoke pantries that turn organisation into an art form, whether you have a large walk-in room or require a dedicated standalone cabinet.

Organised. Convenient. Hidden.

The Chef's Pantry & Breakfast Cupboards

You do not need a separate room to enjoy the benefits of a pantry. Our most popular solution is the Chef’s Pantry. This is a substantial, double-door larder unit built into your kitchen run.

When closed, it looks like a beautiful piece of furniture. When opened, it reveals an incredible amount of storage. We design these with solid oak spice racks mounted on the back of the doors, internal soft-close drawers for loose ingredients, and cold shelves for baking. It allows you to see all your ingredients at a glance, making it a joy to cook from.

We can also configure these as “Breakfast Cupboards” to house your toaster and coffee machine, keeping your surfaces tidy.

A bright Shaker kitchen with soft grey cabinets, a large quartz island, pendant lighting, integrated appliances, and a classic Belfast sink, styled with fresh flowers for a clean, modern look.

Walk-In Luxury

If you are fortunate enough to have a separate space off the kitchen, we can create a fully fitted walk-in pantry. We design these spaces to maximize every inch of wall space, from floor-to-ceiling shelving to vegetable crates and wine racks.

The secret to a good pantry is visibility. We design the shelving depths specifically for what you need to store. Shallow shelves for jars ensure nothing gets lost at the back, while deeper shelves at the bottom accommodate heavy mixers and slow cookers. Every inch is optimised to make your cooking life effortless.

Explore Our Recent Bespoke Joinery Projects

Andy
“Highly professional team ensuring premium quality throughout the process (from Simon on initial design, Jamie on fitting, and Nic and Lauren on planning, communication, support and excelling in customer service)!”
Sarah
“We have had our DKD kitchen fitted for over a year now and it's great. It looks good and is a lovely room in our home. The design was so carefully thought through by Leah. The kitchen is functional and all elements are in the right place so work together very well and make cooking easy and enjoyable”
Francesca
"Excellent service, excellent staff and AMAZING kitchen! We could not be happier with the whole process from start to finish. Everyone at DKD are professional, helpful and genuinely seemed to care about giving us the best results. "
Andy
“Cannot recommend DKD highly enough! Exceptional service and support from start to finish (and beyond)!! A fantastic family run business – We wouldn’t have received the same level of quality or customer service from the large chains!!”
Susan
“A new kitchen is a major investment not only in terms of finance but also in terms of trust. I approached Designer Kitchen Direct after they were recommended to me. I was immediately struck by their knowledge, expertise and professionalism. I am truly delighted with my new kitchen and can definitely say that my trust was not misplaced. The job was finished on time and the skill of the kitchen fitters was remarkable.”
Michelle
“From start to finish the process of achieving our dream kitchen with DKD was professional and enjoyable. Leah, Lauren & Scott in particular all went above and beyond to ensure we got the exact kitchen we wanted and that everything was perfect. Everyone comments on how beautiful the kitchen is.”

Frequently Asked Questions About Pantries

We highly recommend it. Installing sockets allows you to use your microwave, coffee machine, or stand mixer inside the Chef’s Pantry or Breakfast Cupboard. This frees up valuable counter space in the main kitchen area.

A cold shelf is a classic pantry feature, usually made of granite, marble, or quartz. Because stone stays cooler than wood, it is perfect for keeping butter, cheese, or pastry cool while you are working.

Yes. We manufacture everything in our own workshop, so we can use the exact same door style, paint colour, and handles for your pantry to ensure a seamless look. Alternatively, many clients choose a bold accent colour for the Chef’s Pantry to make it a standout feature.