Martha Stewart’s Pot Rack Is the Most Memorable Detail in Her Kitchen – It’s Been 2 Years Since I First Saw It, Yet It Lives On in My Mind
Martha displays her copper pots and pans on a pot rack, acting as decoration in her kitchen while eliminating countertop and cabinet clutter
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Some interior images stick in your brain, and one such image is of Martha Stewart's copper pots and pans.
The pans themselves are striking, but it's more so the way they are arranged that has remained on my mind. The ever-popular pot rack is a fixture in her kitchen, as seen on her Instagram page. In fact, I first saw the pot hanger in her Bedford farmhouse around two years ago, and it's stayed with me ever since. I've long been a fan of the pot hanger trend, but Martha's twist is one of the most spectacular to date – both in its scale and French-country kitchen aesthetic.
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Not everyone has space for upper kitchen cabinets, but I love to display my pots, pans, and kitchen utensils on a hanging rack or rod instead. It is a great way to keep everything within reach, especially if you are an avid chef. It's the closest you can get to Martha's storage on a smaller scale.
This stainless steel pot hanger has a wonderfully rustic copper finish and is my buy of the day. It would suit any scheme from farmhouse to modern – I've added it to my shopping list.
McGee & Co. is one of my favorite places to buy decor, and their kitchen accessories really are some of the best. Decorating with gold is having a well-deserved moment in the spotlight and I expect it to stick around for the long-haul.
It's hard to resist these charming copper measuring cups. With four sizes for all your baking needs, they're both stylish and practical, not to mention, they will provide an instant hit of rustic charm.
Martha has quite a collection of pudding molds, much like this style from Ruffoni. Intricately carved, this charming accessory is more than pretty; it's the ultimate farmhouse accessory.
No farmhouse kitchen is complete without a collection of copper pans. While some vintage styles can be expensive, the Gotham hammered pan is just as stylish and far more affordable.
Design experts agree that investing in a pot hanger is one of the best ways to preserve space in compact homes, since you're storing vertically.
'Suspended cookware storage is both practical and aesthetically pleasing,' explains designer Nina Lichtenstein.
'A well-placed ceiling-mounted pot rack above an island or stovetop keeps frequently used items within reach while freeing up cabinet space. For a more compact solution, a wall-mounted rail with S-hooks allows you to hang pots, pans, and even utensils without taking up valuable counter space. Opt for materials like black iron, brass, or stainless steel to complement your kitchen’s aesthetic.'
This hammered copper pan from Wayfair, hanging from this wall-mounted Amazon rack, would be an excellent way to incorporate Martha's strategy into your own space.
A wall-mounted pot rack is an easy way to bring both style and function to any kitchen. It keeps your cookware accessible, frees up counter space, and adds a polished, organized look – no matter the size of your kitchen.
With options in copper, brass, or black iron, you can recreate Martha Stewart’s signature approach without a major remodel. I promise you will be thinking about it in two years from now.
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