Dishes are the most utilized item in any kitchen, and while we need them, we don’t always know where we should store them. Storage options are vast for these daily needed items, let’s look at a couple options.

Pantry storage can help open up space inside your kitchen cabinets. The vicinity to the food can also help expedite table setting and preparations. One pitfall is that they might be too far from your prep area, making it a time waster.

Lower cabinet pull-out drawers are another storage option. This non-standard option can allow for houses with small children to assist in setting the table as well as putting items away once they are clean. One drawback for this method of storage might be the in ability to store larger amounts of dishes. Larger dishes could also create the need for larger drawers and less space for other items that need lower cabinet storage.

Open wall shelving is a more modern approach to dish storage, almost allowing your dishes to become a display point of your kitchen. It can allow easy access to them with the ability to grab what you need with almost no extra effort. Though this storage method might be ideal for someone with a small amount of dishes, someone with a family might find that the amount of dishes visible is not as aesthetically pleasing to the eye. It can also leave your clean dishes susceptible to dust and dirt particles.

In island storage can also be an option for a unique way to display your wares. Glass cabinets can allow for a way to see your dishes, while knowing that they are staying clean from dust and dirt. Islands that have built in shelving with no doors can benefit from the unique ability to display as well, but may still have the issues with floating particles making it to your dishes before you do.

Before choosing any method of storage take inventory of the dishes you would need stored and who you want to have access to them. If you are an avid cook maybe an open shelving system might be ideal, while in a house with children, lower cabinets might work out best. Knowing what you have and what you need is ultimately your first step.