In homes with limited space or crooked walls, freestanding furniture is one of the most popular kitchen storage alternatives.
If you’re short on worktop space or could use another location to store heavy cast ironware, the flexibility of an extra workstation can be a tremendous assistance. Continue reading to see all of our ideas for freestanding kitchen storage.
1. USE VINTAGE FINDS AS FREESTANDING KITCHEN STORAGE
When you are looking for kitchen storage ideas, don’t forget that many great storage options are not kitchen specific – some solutions look equally at home in a dining area or living space, making them well suited to open plan spaces.
If you’re designing a vintage kitchen, or a homely traditional kitchen, it doesn’t get much better than a characterful kitchen sideboard to accommodate stacks of plates, glassware and table linens.
Sideboards were popular in Mid-century interiors too and become fashionable again, so you can find some great second-hand versions in charity shops or at auctions.
2. ADD EXTRA KITCHEN STORAGE WITH A KITCHEN ISLAND
What’s not to love about a kitchen island? They look great and are one of the most clever kitchen storage ideas going, so if you’ve got the room go for it.
You don’t even have to have one built in, there are loads of free standing kitchen island ideas out there that can fit seamlessly into your current space.
3. PICK OUT FREESTANDING INDUSTRIAL-STYLE KITCHEN STORAGE
The industrial-style kitchen is favored by many homeowners as it can work well in both old and new homes.
What’s more, it works best when everything doesn’t match, meaning you instantly create an eclectic look that can adapt with your kitchen storage needs.
4. USE A KITCHEN TROLLEY FOR (MANEUVERABLE) STORAGE
Something of a chameleon in the kitchen, kitchen trolleys are as suited to life as a butcher’s block as they are as a spot for vegetable (or wine) storage.
This Black Metal Kitchen Trolley from Not On The High Street is a great example of a piece that packs a punch in terms of functionality – hello, sturdy table top and storage space – while working as a beautiful piece of furniture in its own right.
5. INVEST IN A FREE-STANDING PANTRY
If you love the idea of a walk-in-pantry, but just don’t have the space, you can still have somewhere to hoard your ever-expanding collection of chutneys and sauces.
A free-standing pantry will provide plenty of kitchen storage, plus they look gorgeous. We are obsessed with this pink one from Neptune.
You could of course get the look on a budget by turning an old cupboard into a freestanding pantry. See they do make for very stylish kitchen storage solutions…
6. ADD A SIDEBOARD TO YOUR KITCHEN
If you need some extra kitchen storage and a bit more worktop space that’s not going to take up a ton of room a slim sideboard can be a great addition.
The are also a great place to add some décor to your space too as a sideboard is begging for a vase of flowers and some cute prints.
Plus note how this one is painted in an accent color to match the pantry – making the blue and red combo feel more cohesive.
7. SQUEEZE IN A BUTCHERS BLOCK
A butcher’s block is a great addition to a kitchen, they look lovely, bringing that rustic vibe, but they also add extra space to prep, plus drawers or shelves for more storage space.
Again, have a look of eBay for something second-hand if you are after something authentic that’s not extortionate.