1. THINK FUNCTION FIRST
When it comes to putting together a coffee station, it's important to find a balance between functionality and beautiful design. Casey Howard, principal designer of Casey Howard Interior Design, says that both are important seeing as your morning coffee or tea routine sets the tone for your entire day.
2. TAKE INSPIRATION FROM THE REST OF YOUR HOME
Pulling color schemes and material combinations from the rest of your home, and especially from the kitchen, can help you to create a seamless transition into your new coffee-centric space. Keep kitchen classics in mind, but don't be afraid to take a bit of creative liberty and distinguish the two spaces of your home.
3. GET CREATIVE WITH STORAGE SOLUTIONS
Depending on the details of your coffee routine, quite a bit of equipment can get involved – and you'll need ample space to store it. Caitlin Jones Ghajar, principal designer of Caitlin Jones Design, says having a pullout drawer just underneath the coffee maker is ideal for storing extra coffee, tea, and any utensils you'll use on the regular.
4. LOOK OUTSIDE THE KITCHEN
Jean Stoffer, founder of Jean Stoffer Design, says she considers coffee stations to be 'the new must-have in custom kitchens' as more people become interested in having an espresso machine at home.
5. MAKE IT DISAPPEAR
If you like the idea of an at-home coffee station, but don't want to deal with extra clutter, Blair Moore – creative director and principal designer of Moore House Design – suggests opting for a concealed, or hidden, option. 'This is one of those spaces that we know gets messy so for us it's about function with the ability to close off the mess,' she says.
6. MAKE YOUR COFFEE STATION AN ESCAPE
If at a loss for design inspiration when crafting your coffee station, bring in elements of other relaxing spaces. In this renovated trailer designed by Frank & Co., a boutique hotel served as the main reference point.