The Return of the Larder

Sebastian Sellers (Furniture Makers) have reported an interesting trend in kitchen design with the return of the classic larder/pantry; this has been noticed following the increasing demand for their range of freestanding Larder Cupboards.

Many people ripped out their larders and pantry’s and replaced them with rows of modern and mostly dull looking fitted units and cupboards, but now, a more interesting and attractive way to store perishable goods, herbs, and spices etc. in one place yet with the same ease of access as before, has brought the rise in popularity of the free-standing Larder Cupboard

Yes Larders are back!, but not as you knew them before, they are individually designed and pleasing looking furniture pieces in their own right, hand made, with designs adapted to suit all styles of kitchen from traditional to simply classic, these are items of furniture, focal points that will add appeal and be totally functional.

Why a larder? Because a fridge alone may not best suit all cool store temperature and humidity requirements, but an attractive pantry cupboard can keep anything from bread to fruit to vegetables fresh for immediate use, and with our Koolzone ™ version, temperatures below ambient room, but above fridge range can be easily achieved condensation free for longer fresh vegetable and fruit storage.

The internal layout of the Larder Cupboard can be configured to suit the clients’ personal requirements. Our basic 1 metre wide Cupboard has 10 standard internal layouts ranging from a simple open cupboard with a multitude of adjustable shelving accessed through double doors, to the most detailed version to include wine racks, possibly sliding spice and condiment racks, ‘Koolzone’ ® temperature assisted cool compartments for optimum storage of vegetables and fruit, and of course adjustable shelves for general dry goods and other storage. For the larger family or more discerning gourmet, the Cupboard can be increased to 1.5 metres. The choice is limitless.

Customers who wish to add individuality with style to their existing kitchen will find the Larder Cupboard a must, as well as being eminently practical. They are, as with all our hand-made furniture, beautifully constructed by our own skilled cabinetmakers in the heart of the Cotswolds, in both painted and solid wood versions and in a finish of choice. And the bonus? It can be taken from house to house. A true and long term practical investment.