You might want to consider a chef drawer in a stack near the stove....mine are in a pullout...not my fav. but it was a place that worked.

Could you put a few go-to bottles on a tray on the counter?

I have no uppers and my range is in the middle of a bank of windows, so no counter storage for me. I just take out what I need before I cook, kinda a mis-en-place situation with everything out, measured, chopped, etc before cooking begins.

PS When you have no uppers, it's a good idea to seriously edit your kitchen supplies. Easier said than done, I know. But do think if there are condiments and staples that you could pare down a bit.

I keep mine under the cook-top.

I have a 21" deep two drawer stack in my island. Inside dimension is 17 x 26. The top drawer is for oils, vinegars, cooking wines, etc. I use this to separate them for easy viewing. The gripper on the shelf keeps them stable when opening and closing the drawer. The salt and pepper container resting on the drawer is an IKEA sink accessory.

https://www.containerstore.com/s/madesmart-expandable-pantry-shelf-spice-organizer/d?productId=11007975&q=expandable%20shelf

I have uppers but I store all my cooking oils in a drawer beside by my range. I have a pull out drawer for spices. With oils I usually use only 5 different kinds so the shape of the bottles etc are easy to recognize.

Why not something like this....

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I don't have one like this but this is an option too

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Mine are like these below for spices

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And these are like my oil drawers

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Toronto Vetenerian,

Thanks. I was thinking exactly the same thing that the bottles would have all toppled the first time I pulled out the drawer quickly.

Editing: we are thinking of selling our current house and moving into one of our rental houses (for tax reasons.) We would probably live there 3 to 5 years before figuring out where we want to retire. I would be giving up my beautiful kitchen. I told my husband the only way I would do this is if I got to redo the kitchens and baths in the old house. I would do it on a very tight budget. It has to be consistent with the neighborhood and the house. That would mean a huge EDITING for me.

I still have some time. I am just perusing through ideas so that I can do it on a budget and still get the big bang I want.

Another idea is a hidden cabinet - something like the photo below

(try googling: hidden spice cooktop to see lots of other versions)

Ikea or internet sourcing can give you options for stainless or other shelves. I think NO cabinet or shelf near a range leaves too much voided [unused space]. I would get a good shelf or two...you can pick the depth and bracket style. Not expensive....I've seen some with a lip around also. Not sure why you don't want anything on the wall. You could get a 12 or 15 inch wide standard cabinet, unfinished...paint a fun color and put one on either side....one side oils-vinegars/one side spices. NOT expensive....and you can just remove them later depending on your plans.

i have the pullout in boxerpal's 2nd pic and have no problem with things falling out.

i also have a lazy susan on my counter with oil, vinegar, S&P, sugar and napkins. had it made from my left over granite.

i have uppers but i like that stuff either below or at eye level... could be im just used to that though.

A pullout with a divider, so when pullout it doesn't tip. put a plastic or steel container at bottom so if it drips, can take out & wipe down.

measure tallest item in box to determine height to install.

Rev-A -Shelf sells pullouts.

I keep a small pour-able bottle of vegetable oil by the stove and the the EVOO, vinegar, balsamic, ect just inside the walk in pantry since they are bigger. It's only steps from my stove and works well.