The built-in look of recessed-panel kitchen cabinets offers attractive, out-of-sight pantry storage. this recessed pantry design provides a combination of shelf and door storage for spices, dry goods, and small kitchen appliances.. The pantry can also be a large cabinet with everything labeled inside for organization. whatever design decisions you chose to make, be sure to make a checklist of what you need a pantry for before you start building one to ensure that you have one that will work for you.. Home