DIY Coffee Station Ideas

Wed Jun 17 2015

Appliances

We love our coffee. The aroma, the warmth, the taste, the caffeine that is our lifeline from waking up until the end of the work day. Thanks to popular single-serve coffee makers like Keurig, it's easier than ever to enjoy a hot cup of Joe from home so there's no need to venture out to the nearest coffee shop. Coffee is such a fixture in our lives that it seems natural to set aside a special place to make it. Perk up your home with a coffee station and store your colorful mugs, flavored coffees, herbal teas, makers and presses all in one place.

What You'll Need First, know what you need to make your favorite warm brew in order to set aside the right amount of space. Here is a basic list with common necessities: - Coffeemaker, espresso machine, and/or French press - Coffee grinder - Mugs - Kay cups and flavored coffees - Teas - Sugar, dry creamer, and syrups - Accessories: Coffee filters, milk frother, etc.

Finding Your Space There's a few different ways you can create your space. While you may be limited to the amount of available room you have, the size really depends on your own preference. A coffee station can take up an entire wall or just a small corner in the kitchen.

The Nook. If all you have is a small section of countertop to use for your coffee bar, just use the essentials. A tray, a favorite coffee, a few mugs, voilà!

The Full Bar. Everything is on display with a large coffee bar. These stations can handle a few friends or an entire Thanksgiving guest list.

The Cart. A coffee cart adds mobility to the coffee corner. Bring the coffee station to you wherever you hang in the home. Roll it out when friends are around or keep it against a designated wall for easy access.

The Wet Bar. Keep creamer and milk cool and on hand when you include a coffee station with your wet bar. This is especially helpful if you have an espresso maker.

Don't Forget to Add Personality! Make your space look less commercial by bringing your own taste and personality to your favorite corner. You should be as picky about your coffee station as you are about your coffee! Store your coffees and teas in unique containers such as tin or glass with chalkboard labels. Use hooks, shelves, or racks to display your favorite mugs. Store your coffee maker on an antique tray (an added convenience to maintain spills!). These are just a few different ideas to help you enjoy your space.