Whether you fancy yourself the next MasterChef, or just love to cook and entertain at home, a kitchen scullery could really help you take your kitchen game to the next level. Also known as a butler’s pantry, the humble scullery is fast becoming a must-have in many modern Australian kitchens. We think it’s a great room to focus on if you’re considering building a new home or renovating an existing one. Whether you’re after additional storage or just want to hide your mess, a scullery could be the perfect addition to any home.
First things first, though:
What is a kitchen scullery and why do you need one?
What Is A Scullery?
It’s a strange name for a very clever concept. To put it simply, a scullery is an addition to your main kitchen, which plays a more backstage role. It’s a place where you can prepare meals, wash up and basically make a mess – all hidden from the ‘main stage’. It can also be used as a storage space (such as a walk-in pantry together with the fridge and other appliances).
Back in the 1800s, a scullery, known as a Butler’s pantry, was a small space in the kitchen space where the Butler could keep an eye on the silverware, best china and household management.
But today, it’s a great place to hide dirty dishes, or do washing up leaving your main living spaces clean and clear of clutter. Some also choose to use this space to also incorporate a laundry space which is nicely tucked away and out of sight.
The biggest benefit… your messy appliances, food prep and laundry is tucked away and the kitchen is kept spotless.
Benefits Of Having A Kitchen Scullery
There are so many benefits!
A scullery provides you with some much-needed extra preparation space (even more useful during those stressful holiday periods when you’re cooking for the whole family). It also allows you to hide the mess until you’re ready to face it later on.
More storage also means you can splash out on that double fridge you’ve always wanted or store appliances that once would have taken up valuable benchtop space in your main kitchen. Think your toaster, blender, microwave, bread maker, utensils and even your food—all can now be neatly hidden away behind closed doors.
Taller cupboards in your scullery could even allow you to store non-food items like vases, jugs and big bowls. Leaving you with additional room elsewhere in your home.
The inclusion of a food prep sink allows you to prepare food and clean up in the scullery. The size and shape of your sink could vary based on the size of your scullery but the position is key and must be beside bench space suitable for food preparation.
Different Types Of Sculleries
How many types of sculleries are there?
Walk-in scullery
Ideal for creating an addition to your pantry, or a storage space for appliances.
A hidden scullery
Complete with a sink, the hidden scullery is the place to hide all the mess that comes with meal prep. It also means you can prepare two meals at once seamlessly, for example using the scullery to prep your dessert while you cook your main meal in the main kitchen (or vice versa).
A sectioned scullery
Great for the budget-conscious, this type of scullery simply involves closing off (sectioning) a part of your kitchen with folding doors or a screen. This allows you to enjoy a hidden area for food preparation and storage, without it cluttering up your entire kitchen space. This could even be a great DIY project for a long weekend or break from work.
Is It Easy To Create A Scullery In My Home?
Yes, it is! And, with all the headaches it will save you in the long run (goodbye, clutter), it can really make sense to include a scullery in your new kitchen design.
If you’ve been thinking about whether or not a kitchen scullery is right for you, why not talk to Kensington Kitchens & Bathrooms in Sydney today about the options to suit your family?
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