Lavender cabinets may seem like a bold choice. But when your kitchen overlooks South Downs National Park in the United Kingdom, you need a color that complements the wildflower-speckled countryside.
The owners of this century-old barn—that had previously been converted into a residence—turned to local-slash-internet-famous brand deVOL Kitchens to create a room “that was functional and blended into the environment,” says Paul Endacott, the designer. They wanted the room to be airy without sacrificing the character of the barn architecture. That meant keeping the original beams exposed, but juxtaposing them with white walls and limestone floors.
The lavender tint they chose for the company’s Sebastian Cox cabinetry was a natural fit. “It lets you pick up on the charm of the textured wood, making that the main focus,” Endacott says. And the sleek, circular finger pulls are a deVOL stock offering. The owners liked that nothing would protrude—and thus distract from—the 26-foot run of cabinets. (That’s also why they opted for inset ceramic sinks, rather than the exposed look of a farmhouse style.)
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An oak counter is rustic but also practical. “If it gets marks, you can sand and re-oil it,” Endacott says. Like the rest of this evolving kitchen, it will “pick up character over time.”
Invisible Fridge
They’ll pick up character over time. Marble inserts prevent water damage around the Perrin & Rowe taps. Wonder where the fridge is hiding? In plain sight! Two under-counter units (a fridge and freezer) are located at the far left and right of the counter. The owners felt that a traditional model was too bulky for the space.
Open Low Shelves
Support beams prevented the cabinet doors from opening, so the owners opted for an open section.
Freestanding Cupboard
A unit from the Sebastian Cox line adds storage without weighing down the room, like a wall of cabinetry might.
Weightless Cabinets
Extra-long legs (roughly 16 inches tall!) keep the island and other furniture from looking bulky.
53 Clever Kitchen Organization Tips and Products for Spotless Storage Space
Your utensil holder doesn't have to be bland. Enhance your kitchen's overall charm with this simple organizer that's just as functional as it is stylish. The durable clay ensures that it will last for years to come.
Keep baking sheets, pots (and lids!), pans, and other cookware in check with this expandable organizer. You can even order extra wires to tailor it to your kitchen. The base is nonslip and set up will take one minute!
No more digging through your cabinets to find the blender in the back. This pull-out drawer makes it easy to get to your favorite small appliances in no time.
Container Store Magnetic Stainless Steel Paper Towel Rack
You may already own a paper towel holder that sits on the counter, but why not ditch it for this one that you can stick right to a magnetic fridge? It'll clear up even more counter space. Every little bit counts!
If you have particularly narrow drawers or are prone to clutter easily, this genius silverware organizer is a perfect fit. You can also choose to stack the trays side by side! The rows have item labels so you're not guessing which utensil is which.
Not sure where to put your cookbook collection? Invest in an expandable bookshelf that can hold a few of your favorites and set it in the middle of your kitchen table to keep on display and within reach. If you have more than you can count, box them up and store them in the bottom of your pantry closet.
Reminder: your bills and important documents should be stored in your office or safe, not your kitchen drawer. It not only makes it hard to keep your information in order, but it is pretty stressful to remove a soy sauce stain from a document. This hanging file holder is perfect for magazines, coupons, and flyers.
Gain back a bit of shelving space with these drawers that you can easily attach to any refrigerator. The clear design will ensure you always know what's inside when you place other items on top.
Overflowing with freezer dinners? Instead of slamming your hip into the door to keep it shut, clean up your freezer with a few of these bins. Not only will it be pleasant to look at, but you'll actually be able to locate the food you want quicker.
Don’t have room for both a trash can and a recycling bin? Consider this totem separation bin that includes both but takes up the same amount of floor space as one.
Keep your family recipes safe and stain-free in a recipe box! It includes 24 recipe cards and 12 recipe dividers so you can cook your family's favorite recipes and keep a tradition your kids will cherish as they grow older.
An expandable shelf, like this one, allows you to really take advantage of the vertical space in your cabinets. You can stack things without making them harder to retrieve.
To avoid tripping over the broom you have tucked away in the corner of your kitchen, clip it into this wall mount organizer. You can hang your duster, mop, lint roller, and other cleaning accessories so they are in reach at all times.
Say goodbye to messy drawers with loose K-cups! Ensure you can easily access and refill your stash of pods with this carousel that holds up to 36 K-cups.
Step one: get rid of the half-used cleaning products under your sink that you don't use. This renter-friendly option hangs over the inside of your cabinet door, giving you extra space to store necessities.
Revamp your pantry with these airtight bins—they're stackable, so you'll save space, they look a lot sleeker, and you can label them and see exactly what you need to refill at a glance.
The random sticky notes scattered around your kitchen can accumulate in the blink of an eye. Stick your grocery list next to the adorable artwork of your little ones! This set includes a holder for your pen to add to your list throughout the week.
No matter how you stack them, a rogue pile of napkins will always end up getting messy. The solution? A sleek holder, like this acrylic one that's perfect for storing decorative cocktail napkins.
Here is the ultimate kitchen lifesaver! Keeping your saran wrap and aluminum foil on display is a bit of an eyesore. Instead, store them in this adjustable organizer to keep things neat and tidy.
Instead of hiding and misplacing products as your counter gets cluttered, use a corner shelf to keep spices, cooking utensils, and oven mittens ready for use. You can even keep it in the corner of your kitchen that receives sunlight so your plants can flourish.
Spectrum Diversified Organizer Basket Pantry Rack
Low on pantry shelving space? Add a little more space with this over-the-door pantry rack. Fill it with anything from canned goods to spices.
This caddy comes with everything you need to easily carry out plates, utensils, and napkins for your next dinner party all in one trip—and you can conveniently store them like that, too.
If you hold your breath preparing to hear your pots and pans clanging whenever you open your pantry, it's time to get creative. Plus, if your pots are pretty, get a hanging rack to display them on. It'll serve as storage and double as decor!
Placing your items on a turntable in the pantry or a cabinet means all you have to do to find what you're looking for is give it a little spin. It is the perfect addition to your kitchen or dining room table when you are setting up to enjoy a meal with your family.
This dispenser stashes bags in a convenient, easy-to-access spot that looks much cleaner than having a bag full of bags in a cabinet under the sink. Plus, it can mount to the wall or the inside of a cabinet, if you want it hidden.
If your home is always stocked with bananas, consider freeing up some counter space with one or two of these hooks. They can even flip up so that they're hidden when not in use.
Need more space? A tiered turntable like this is exactly what you need to get your pantry organized, and it makes finding what you need a cinch.
If you want to hang more than just your paper towels on your fridge, consider this rack for storing spices, measuring spoons, and hand towels.
If you need a drying rack that doesn't take up space when not in use, this expandable option is perfect. It can sit over your sink when you need it to and can also expand to fit all your dishes (or stay small for just a few items).
But if you don't have a ton of space for a dish-drying rack and you wash a lot dishes, go vertical. This over-sink rack has tons of room for plates, utensils, bowls, soap, and more.
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