Today’s post is dedicated to stainless steel pots. They’re durable. They gleam with sleek style. And they look amazing when put on display in your kitchen! Why display something as functional as cookware? Because putting them out in the open makes them easy to access. And some kitchens have limited storage, leaving us no other option. If you need to display your stainless steel pots, or you simply want to, you’re in luck! The images below are filled with interesting design ideas to inspire you as you make your kitchen both stylish and functional. [from Williams-Sonoma]
Pots on the Stove
Yes, you heard us! The stove is a great place to display a stainless steel pot or two. If you use your cookware on a regular basis, this option makes sense. And if you have limited storage, it may even be a necessity. The mix of stainless steel and copper pieces in the kitchen below creates a striking contrast. [photo by Sarah Natsumi Moore via Houzz]
We’re not suggesting that you put a pot on every burner. Talk about cluttered! Yet one or two stainless steel pots can add an element of style, don’t you think?! [from MegaSupplyStore]
A stainless steel pot on the stove can also add a much-needed accent, especially in a white-on-white space, as shown below in the kitchen of designer Ruthie Sommers. [from Lonny]
Stainless Steel and Open Shelving
Open shelving is an increasingly popular kitchen trend, especially in modern spaces. Stainless steel has a clean, modern look, so why not display your cookware on your open shelving, along with other essentials? [from Mueller Nicholls Cabinets and Construction]
Not to mention, dashes of metallic shine are the perfect complement to industrial spaces. That’s why the stainless steel pots below look right at home in this industrial kitchen! Exposed pipes and a trio of pendant lights complete the look. [photo by Esther Hershcovic via Houzz]
Don’t forget about the value of open base cabinetry. Even if your open shelving isn’t mounted on the wall, it’s handy on any level. Easy access is the key. Grouping stainless steel items creates a clean look and provides another layer of organization to your kitchen. [from Synergy Design & Construction]
A Hanging Display of Stainless Steel
Let’s not forget the practicality and visual appeal of a pot rack. Wall-mounted pot racks add visual interest and keep cookware in easy-to-reach locations. A dash of stainless steel is the perfect touch in this modern white kitchen. [from The Kitchen Source]
There’s something artful about the wall display system in the contemporary kitchen below. Once again, we see how mixing silver tones with copper creates a beautiful balance, and an intriguing one at that. [from PMW Architects]
When it comes to arranging your cookware on the rack, use a system that makes the most sense for your organizational style. Always make sure that the pots you use most are the easiest to reach. In the next image, we see the Williams-Sonoma Open Kitchen Stainless-Steel 10-Piece Cookware Set:
And remember, mixing pots crafted from various materials can create an eclectic vibe, and a welcoming, lived-in feel. Doesn’t the culinary space below make you want to roll up your sleeves and prepare a delicious meal?! [from Lonny]
Wherever you decide to store your stainless steel pots, make sure that you choose a system that works for you and your space. Today’s post reminds us that putting functional items on display may be the very best solution!
