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38 Coffee Bar Ideas to Perfect Your Morning Brew

1

Carve Out a Small Space

Polina Pigulevsky Photography

Turn an awkward arched alcove into a sleek coffee station, just as designer Whitney Spinks of 27 South Home Group does here with bright white cabinetry and glossy subway tile. Natural wood shelves add a bit of warmth.

2

Install a Rail System

Sara Liggoria-Tramp
3

Hang a Cabinet Skirt

Most Lovely Things

Revamp a bar cart by hanging a sink skirt or hemmed fabric curtain, creating a hidden space to conceal large coffee machines, glassware or bags of beans.

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4

Set Aside Space in a Butler’s Pantry

ALLISON CORONA
5

Stock Up a Bar Cart

A Beautiful Mess

Whether you’re designing a coffee bar for the home or office, stock up essentials for every preference. This office coffee cart includes machines for coffee, espresso and French press coffee, as well as a variety of sweeteners and syrups.

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SHOP BAR CART

6

Build a Custom Shelf

Design by Velinda Hellen; Photo by Sara Ligorria-Tramp

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7

Hide Away Essentials

Heidi Harris
8

Upcycle a Dated Sideboard

The Home I Create

This blogger gives a white sideboard a makeover by spray painting it — along with the hardware — black. Now, this black coffee station creates contrast in a white interior.

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9

Delegate Counter Space

Polina Pigulevsky Photography

You don’t need a large or fancy set up, just as long you dedicate a space for brewing your cup of joe. Take inspiration from designers Natalie Beach and Chuck Womack Kitchen Envy and tuck large coffee machines under floating shelves.

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10

Swap Decor Seasonally

Sarah Joy Blog

Let your coffee station make a seasonal statement. Think florals for spring/summer, pumpkins for fall and evergreens for winter. Invest in a wooden mug tree and change the mugs on display every few months.

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11

Source Vintage Furniture

Tatertots and Jello
12

Build a Beverage Nook

Margaret Rajic

Inspired by the timelessness of English kitchens, designer Kate Marker dreamed up this gorgeous pantry cabinet. Open the stately doors to reveal a mug collection, then use the Native Trails Malibu sink to easily prep your morning coffee.

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13

Mix Cabinet Colors

Christopher Stark

Whereas the rest of this modern kitchen has pastel blue cabinets, the coffee bar cabinet stands out with wood cabinetry and glass panels. Clara Jung of Banner Day Interiors fills the see-through cabinet with modern white mugs and a stunning espresso machine.

14

Display Mugs Using Hooks

@forthehome

Located in the corner of a home office, this antique console table houses a high-tech coffee maker, alongside a trendy lamp and lush houseplant. Above, Christine Higgs of @forthehome uses gold rods with S-hooks to hang coffee mugs, utensils, tea towels and a few decorative items.

SHOP S-HOOKS

15

Designate a Space in the Kitchen

Abigail Jackson Photography

Whether you have a spacious kitchen or separate butler’s pantry, reserve a dedicated area for coffee supplies. Liz Goldberg, founder of CAROLYNLEONA, also adds a wine fridge, so this setup can effortlessly transition from day to night.

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16

Consider a Bold Backsplash

David Patterson
17

Bring the Coffee Bar Into the Office

Christopher Dibble
18

Convert a Closet

Laurey Glenn

Here, interior designer Ashley Gilbreath converted a closet into a stylish coffee bar. The built-in shelves are perfect for storing mugs, stirrers and coffee grounds, while the decorative curtain helps hide storage and extra supplies.

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19

Tuck Everything Away

Sara Tramp-Ligorria

Hidden behind beautiful Ross Alan reclaimed lumber cladding, this coffee and tea bar is equipped with a collection of mugs, a tea pot, cold brew maker and most notability, a coffee maker. The doors tuck in, so you can put away your coffee station when the afternoon rolls around.

See more at Style by Emily Henderson »

20

Add Floating Shelves

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Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.

Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more. 

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