Transitional Walk-In Pantry with a Soft Gray Runner

A walk-in pantry large enough to have an aisle deserves a runner. It makes the space feel like part of the house rather than a storeroom, and it cushions the floor where you stand to gather ingredients. Pick a low-pile, washable rug in a patterned gray so crumbs and flour disappear, and leave a few inches of floor showing along each side. Park small appliances on the end counter so the kitchen counters stay clear, and keep lidded canisters on the shelves at eye level. Woven bins below keep backups and bulk buys out of sight.