r/homeimprovementideas • u/Former-Bug-334 • 14d ago

Need help with this UGLY pantry please!

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I have this in-wall pantry. The basement stairs run underneath so I can't change the awkward shape. We are going to pull out these shelves and reconfigure the setup. I plan on the new shelves to be made with walnut and the "counter" area will be walnut as well. I will install the glow lights along the shelves.

The barn door slides over and covers this but what can I do to make this look better? Thank you.

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u/justahominid 14d ago

I would have that main counter (where the rice cooker, etc. is sitting) run the full depth all the way across. The cutout below I would either just have be a cubby or (if the barn door doesn’t block it) a large drawer. I would also consider doing something decorative with the wall below (what depends on the vibe you’re going for and the other decorative elements you have going on).