We've been obsessed with Stanley Tucci's cooking videos ever since he started making them. There's something special about the actor's soothing voice and hearty Italian recipes. And while the food is delicious, we recently noticed something even more imitative about the actor's kitchen: his storage.
Tucci's kitchen storage ideas feature a variety of creative techniques. There's a hanging bar for utensils and drawers under the work surface. Open shelves overhead provide space for easily accessible utensils. Above the functional storage, there's space for decorative plates, allowing Tucci to decorate her kitchen with bright and colorful dishes.
Professional organizers also endorse his techniques for maximizing kitchen storage, says interior therapist Suzanne Reynon. Homes and Gardens: “Actor Stanley Tucci inspires us all with his infectious passion for cooking incredibly delicious food and sharing his love of eating and drinking with friends. His books and charming TV series are a feast for the soul, and you can almost taste the bittersweet margaritas he makes in this clip. His own kitchen is a functional hybrid of both professional and domestic, with attractive cabinetry and a more chef-centric approach to the space than you'll find in luxury kitchen spaces. It's designed specifically for his lifestyle, so it can be as fancy or as simple as you want for parties or family use.”
Plus, Roynon says Stanley's setup is the perfect way to organize your kitchen like a chef: “Professional kitchens often use a combination of open shelves and hooks to store pots and hang lots of utensils, colanders, and tools within reach, away from the countertop,” Roynon adds.
Suzanne is a Feng Shui consultant, interior therapist and published author. Welcome to How Things Make and Break Your Relationships – Available on Amazon She specializes in understanding the energetic impact that homes and specific possessions have on all aspects of life, health, and relationships, and how “stuff” can actively prevent people and families from thriving and enjoying the lifestyle they deserve.
She continues, “In a busy restaurant, all items are routinely used and cleaned every day to avoid the risk of dust and oil particle build-up that can occur in a typical domestic kitchen. Clean work surfaces are essential for preparing and plating food and maintaining strict hygiene levels, but this is simply impossible to manage in a messy kitchen.”
If you're thinking about incorporating this style into your own kitchen organization, Roynon offers a few words of caution.
“Notice the rails with hooks where you can hang only the utensils you use most often; they're not piled up with unnecessary items, making them both practical and easy to clean,” she says. “Similarly, the shelves are neatly organized, enhancing the energy of the kitchen space.”
She adds: “Luxurious decorative plates create a quaint European feel, but if you're looking to add a similar touch to your own kitchen, remember to carefully hand-wash your painted plates every month. Although they're lovely mementos of places you've visited, they'll attract grease and dust even in the most well-ventilated homes.”
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There are many different ways to decorate a storage space, but Stanley Tucci's kitchen features some of the best. With a little planning ahead, these stylish hacks can help you update your storage space.
