When it comes to the perfect kitchen set-up, it's no surprise that the queen of hosting, Martha Stewart, gets it spot on.
Her Lilypond home, shown below, is proof that she's an absolute pro when it comes to organizing a kitchen that just works for busy home cooks. Every single element has been carefully thought out for practical use, without forgoing aesthetics, and we've spotted some really clever ideas that you can take into your own kitchen.
Hard-Working Martha Stewart-Inspired Kitchen Buys
For pieces that are both beautiful and practical, Martha Stewart always gets it right, so we've rounded up some pieces that are inspired by her cook's kitchen.
Any keen baker will know that a marble rolling pin is the superior choice as it stays cool, keeping your pastry intact and in top condition. We found this match for the one featured in Martha Stewart's kitchen.
Rated as the best stand mixer by our kitchen appliance tester, this iconic piece of kitchen equipment is an essential for any keen baker, plus the pistachio shade matches Martha Stewart's own machine.
Martha Stewart's copper cookware has become iconic in its own right, thanks to the way she displays it in her kitchen, and it's something that you can collect over a lifetime. Start small with this Italian-made saucepan.
If you're a seasoned host, like Martha Stewart, you can never have too many ceramic bowls – a classic piece like this is ideal for serving, mixing, or simply using as a fruit bowl for a minimal table centerpiece.
Martha Stewart cleverly keeps her baking ingredients to hand in large glass storage containers like this one, right next to her stand mixer. This design comes in three sizes, ready to fill with all your basics.
You may already be familiar with Martha Stewart’s much-loved jadeite tableware collection, which she’s curated over the years, but she’s also designed her own pieces. This pretty cake stand is one of them – elegant enough to use for special occasions and stylish enough to leave on display when it’s not in use.
While not everyone will have the space for two industrial-sized refrigerators, it's one of the first things you'll notice in Martha Stewart's Lilypond kitchen. If you are in the market for a new one, be sure to consult our expert guide on the best refrigerator brands before you splash out, to ensure you're spending your money wisely.
You'll also spot the clever floor-to-ceiling open shelving set in between the refrigerators, as well as a cookery book nook on top of each one. This is a clever way to maximize kitchen storage without new cabinets, making sure that not a square inch is wasted.
Kitchen shelving ideas are the perfect way to keep your essential kitchenware to hand – ready to grab without having to rifle through the cupboards to find something – while providing an opportunity to get creative with your display. We love the way that Martha Stewart has interspersed her cookbooks with her collection of white serving bowls.
Another clever use of space is her copper pan display – hanging them from the ceiling saves valuable cabinet space, and they make a real statement displayed as a collection.
The beautiful marble countertop is another highlight. Not only is it a stunning material, but it stays cool and is easy to clean, making it a wonderful choice for kitchens. If in doubt about whether it's the right choice for your kitchen, here's everything you need to know about marble countertops.
Martha Stewart is also masterful at repurposing serveware that is too pretty to hide away when not in use. Take her vintage jadeite cake stand (her own design is available from QVC), which she's placed by the sink and piled high with dishwashing sponges. Or her glass pedestal stand topped with ramekin dishes, which makes a unique storage solution.
And it's impossible not to notice her not one, but three, KitchenAid stand mixers (available from Walmart) sitting proudly on her windowsill – yet another clever space-saving idea. We're in love with the pistachio shade, which leans into the iconic Martha Stewart green shade that we've come to associate with the brand.
Martha Stewart's Lilypond kitchen truly is a masterclass in how to create a hardworking cooking space for hosts, and she's given us plenty of food for thought with ideas to bring into our kitchens at home that will make them both more usable and beautiful.
