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Molly Malsom

The Retro Kitchen Storage Idea We Abandoned Too Soon – and Why Designers Say it's Time to Bring it Back

An English country kitchen with with white cabinets, a green freestanding cupboard, and exposed wood ceiling beams.

As kitchens have become more modernized, more standardized, there's always going to be elements that get left behind, replaced with a more streamlined or built-in version, or just forgotten altogether. But as many of us look to the past for kitchen inspiration to create spaces that have more character and lived-in charm, elements that were once standard in older homes are making a comeback. And there's one workhorse furniture piece designers say we should all be bringing back this year – the humble larder.

It's a kitchen storage idea that is both practical and visually appealing, especially when you look to freestanding designs that can be added without the need for a remodel. And while larder ideas can feel quite traditional, they integrate seamlessly into kitchens of every style.

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