If you live in an historic home, you're more than familiar with quirky fixtures, like all the little doors. You might use the mini closets or niches to store awkward items, or think of them as part of the charm of an old house.
Now, mini doors are starting to appear in new homes. Your builder can add install a mini door with a modern purpose -introducing Costco doors, the feature people love in contemporary kitchens.
Costco doors directly connect your garage to the pantry. Such a good idea! It's a door for groceries - simply open and slide items inside. Having a Costco door can make unloading your vehicle easier, especially if you buy in bulk at stores like Costco or Sam's Club.
The name came about because most of the items at Costco come in bulk. You get a great deal, but the large packages aren't always easy to carry into the house. That's where this nifty door comes in handy!
A Costco door's usefulness depends on the layout of the home. They seem to work best in newer homes with large, walk-in pantries. If your pantry isn't influencer-sized or has an awkward shape, a Costco door may actually be an inconvenience. TikTok user Jess Kitchen says her Costco door ended up being impractical.
Then there's the lifestyle factor. If you're regularly buying bulk pantry items and have the storage space, you'd probably benefit from a Costco door. This modification can also help if you often restock large pantry items.
Be careful, though. This tiny door just begs people to crawl through, so keep an eye on your kids!