A butler’s pantry has gone from a luxury to a must-have for Sydney place. Find out why you need to include this in your new home.
Butler’s pantries are an emerging trend in home designs and for good reason. Once only featured in the homes of the rich and famous, many new houses in Sydney now include this handy walk-in kitchen addition.
When you have this extra space, you’ll always have room to put your groceries away. However, a well-designed butler’s pantry can give you so much more.
Here’s what to consider asking for when you design your new home in Sydney and include a butler’s pantry.
An extra sink
The addition of an extra sink in your butler’s pantry gives you a place to defrost food or store dirty dishes when you have guests over.
If you’re defrosting food, you’ll still be able to use the main sink in the kitchen. Meanwhile, if you’re entertaining, dirty dishes are out of sight. Even if you don’t have people coming over, being able to cook without the clutter of the day’s washing up everywhere makes the experience less stressful.
A second fridge
If you have growing kids or like to entertain, or you’re in the habit of going to Costco to bulk buy and save money, make sure there is room for an extra fridge in your butler’s pantry.
Another idea is a full-size or chest freezer… this is so useful for meal preppers and busy families.
Appliance storage
Love to cook? Add a butler’s pantry to your new home in Sydney and make sure there is shelf space for your Mixmaster, Thermomix and other kitchen appliances.
Before you go through the design process, measure the height of these appliances as well as your biggest pasta pots. This way you can make the most of your space and skip the headache of having a favourite tool or pot that won’t fit on a shelf.
A second dishwasher
Tired of seeing dishes pile up during the day because the dishwasher is waiting to be emptied? Solve the problem with an extra unit in your butler’s pantry.
A coffee bar or wine cellar:
A butler’s pantry in your new home can give you room for a coffee nook. Set up your mugs, beans and machine and enjoy your morning ritual.
If wine is more your thing, your butler’s pantry can double as a wine cellar. Work with your designer to include racks or even a wine fridge. You’ll get the benefit of a cool dark area, which is best for your collection.
Now… get organised
A butler’s pantry in a new home is an organiser’s delight. Scour Pinterest for ideas, plan a trip to your local Bunnings, Kmart or Howards Storage World and set things up, Kardashian-style.
Here are some ideas for inspiration:
- A corner for cans: Keep your canned goods organised with a dedicated section for soups, veggies and more. No more rummaging through shelves: everything in its place!
- Pasta wonderland: Arrange various pasta types in clear containers for a visual feast that’s stylish and practical.
- Secret sauces: Arrange sauce bottles neatly, making meal prep a breeze.
- Container corner: Create a dedicated space for your Tupperware and you will never have a mismatched lid crisis again.
- Sweet spot: Whether it’s cookies, chocolates or your favourite sweet, designate a space for treats. You might want to place this somewhere convenient for little hands to reach, or put your personal snack collection up high where it can’t be seen. Come to think of it… perhaps you also need a lockable safe!
With a butler’s pantry, you’re not just organising; you’re curating an Instagram-worthy space where functionality meets finesse. If you select a floor plan in your new home that accommodates this feature, you will never regret it because you will have extra storage and a kitchen that is clutter and mess-free.
Want a new home with a butler’s pantry? Many of North Homes’ Comfort and Signature series home designs include a butler’s pantry as standard. Speak to North Homes today.