Spice racks are one of our favourite ways to organise a kitchen design. While it might seem like a small element of your Roundhouse kitchen, spice storage is an important one to get right. For starters, many of us are experimenting with different styles of cooking. And with that comes a growing collection of different herbs and spices. So what’s the best way to stash your expanding spice storage collection? Where should your spice rack be located? And how to make your spice rack organiser look as swish as the rest of your beautiful bespoke kitchen?

Read on for our expert spice rack tips and make sure your Cajun, cumin, tarragon and turmeric are on hand for all your culinary creations.

Decant spice storage into clear jars

Give your spice rack an extra special aesthetic edge by investing in clear jars. Decanting herbs and spices into matching glass jars looks visually attractive whether your spice storage is on display or behind closed doors. You can also see at a glance how much of each spice you have left, so you can replenish spice rack essentials and never run out. And if you like buying spices in bulk or in loose quantities, smaller jars are a space-saving hack, making it easier to keep spice storage near your cooking zone. Look out for airtight lids and rubber seals so your spices stay as fresh as possible. Jar openings should also be large enough to fit in a teaspoon.

Choose spice storage drawers

A spice rack drawer is a compact and ergonomic way to stash herbs and spices. Your entire spice collection is fully accessible and visible with a pull out spice drawer organiser without the need to bend or reach. Plus we can design a spice storage drawer next to your cooking appliances and prep station for maximum efficiency. Spice storage drawers are also the perfect alternative if you don’t have space for a kitchen pantry cabinet. If you opt for one of our bespoke Design kitchens we can plan out a flat lay spice rack to your exact size and configuration. Our modular collection of Studio kitchens also offers stylish ways to incorporate a spice storage drawer within your blueprint.

Spice up your pantry cupboard

Kitchen pantry cabinets are one of the most popular features of a Roundhouse kitchen. A tailormade storage hub for all your dried ingredients, packets and tins, this is also the perfect spot for a built in spice rack. You don’t need masses of space for a pantry cupboard – even a half-height unit that extends down to the worktop will fit in a huge number of bottles, jars, and crocks. And fixing spice rack organizers to the inside of pantry style doors makes the most of every available inch. Spice jars and bottles are neatly organised into slimline shelving with rails to stop them falling out. Head to our storage gallery for masses more inspiration and creative ways to keep your kitchen design calm and clutter-free!

Put your spice storage on display

For some of us, having spice storage visible and at arm’s reach is the only way to cook. And one solution is to get spice rack organizers built into your splashback zone. Of course where you locate wall spice racks is key here. You don’t want spice racks located near your sink or wet areas. Likewise, avoid any spots that receive a lot of direct sunlight as this will detrimentally affect the quality and freshness of your herbs and spices. In this kitchen design, bespoke spice rack organizers form part of a stylish wall storage zone. Be sure to factor in plenty of worktop space in front of your spice rack so cooking becomes a breeze.

Ready to spice up your kitchen? Book an appointment with one of designers and discover how we can work together to create your ultimate kitchen.