25 Cool Pantry Door Ideas that Go Beyond the Mundane

We often get lost in the rush of life and pay just about enough attention towards the big things in life, ignoring the minor details in the process. The same is true when it comes to the kitchen pantry. Yes, the functionality and shelving space of the pantry is a priority that cannot be ignored. But take time this fall to venture beyond the obvious and add that something extra to the kitchen with a distinct and stylish pantry door.

Even though it might seem like a minor detail, a smart pantry door can make huge difference to the overall appeal of the kitchen. We have the best ideas lined up today so that you can take your pick when it comes to the pantry door.

double sliding barn door pantry in wood and chalkboard — Fabulous pantry doors in wood and chalkboard [From: The Ransom Company]

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The modern pantry door is often sterile, bringing little in terms of both style and color. Changing it might feel like a minor makeover, but it can considerably change the overall ambiance of the kitchen.

A smarter pantry door also allows you to save space while providing additional storage options. All that and a whole lot more await as we browse through 25 fabulous pantries and take notice of the doors the use to elevate both style and space!

Modern and Diverse Options

We start off with the most modern of pantry doors around these obviously come with a polished, contemporary sheen. Few colors are more popular than gray and shades of blue for the contemporary pantry door. Those who want to create more visual contrast can opt for the dashing black pantry door that stands out in the white kitchen.

Another cool idea is the frosted glass door for the pantry that brings in natural light even while carefully hiding clutter to a large extent. Those who are bored with the traditional pantry can turn to custom contemporary pull-out drawers that combine to create a hidden, spacious pantry.

dark gray pantry doors with sliding shelves — Contemporary pantry idea with slide-out drawer units for the modern kitchen

pantry door with one full panel of glass etched with words of pantry supplies — Glass pantry door and glass panels and etched glass[From: Sans Soucie Art Glass]

frosted glass pantry set of three doors — Gorgeous pantry with frosted glass doors set against a brick wall backdrop [From: Four Brothers]

dark gray pantry doors and white sliding drawers — Gray doors give even an old pantry a visually modern upgrade [From: Breathing Room Design]

set of four sliding white pantry doors — More modern and innovative approach to pantry design

sliding magnetic pantry door with photos pinned to it — Pantry wall allows you to pin up your precious memories [From: Erin Hoopes]

white pantry doors that blend in with kitchen cabinets — White pantry doors make sure it blends in with the backdrop

blue-gray pantry door with natural wood interior — Bluish-gray pantry doors give it a polished, modern appeal

It’s a Matter of Space

The pantry door does much more than hide everything inside the pantry. It can also provide additional storage and shelving space with built-in shelves and hanging, wiry cabinets and other smart holders.

In the tiny pantry, this can come in mighty handy and those who wish to further save space can replace the traditional doors with sliding or folding doors. You will be surprised at how much square footage can be saved in the kitchen with a simple change of the pantry door.

open shelved pantry with gray-green cupboards — Pantry in the kitchen need not be exclusive at all times

green pastel pantry blends in with kitchen cupboards — Pastel hues for the modern kitchen

green pantry opened to show wire shelves inside — Simple wiry shelves turn even pantry doors into storage opportunity

grey pantry double doors with organized cupboards — Stocking can the pantry in an organized fashion can save plenty of space

gray kitchen pantry filled entirely with metal racking — Transitional kitchen pantry with space-savvy features

black wood pantry filled with preservatives — Utilizing the additional storage space of doors to make most of the pantry [From: Venegas and Company]

pantry door slides into wall to disappear — Interior doors of the pantry that disappear into the wall

gray pantry doors that also have storage on them — Even the doors can be turned into storage options with smart planning [From: KitchenLab – Rebekah Zaveloff Interiors]

sleek black polished pantry doors — Polished folding doors for the contemporary kitchen [From: Fred Tabet]

Inspired by Farmhouse Charm

When it comes to the space-saving pantry door, few are more popular than the barn-style sliding door that is both sturdy and trendy. If you are not comfortable with the idea of the heavy barn door in wood, then opt for its modern fashion that employs the same ergonomics but offers different aesthetics.

Doors with chalkboard finish or ones in metal with rustic and farmhouse overtones, even the classics work beautifully when it comes to the pantry door in the modern kitchen.