Getting a home coffee bar is your first step to being a home barista – the perfect idea if you love a good cup of coffee. Invest in a professional espresso machine, buy some stylish bar stools, and treat yourself to some new coffee mugs.
However you like to brew your coffee, having a dedicated corner of the kitchen allows you to put your own stamp on your morning cuppa.
You can buy a new counter or coffee bar, special signs for the walls, and stylish cups to set the mood. Having a home coffee bar means you don’t need to rely on a coffee shop to get your fix.
Home Coffee Bar Ideas
1 of 13Nescafé Dolce Gusto Jovia by De'Longhi - Coffee Machine - Black
A nice and easy coffee machine, which takes up little space but gives you the option of 40 different drinks with the associated coffee pods.
2 of 13De'Longhi Scultura Traditional Pump Espresso Machine, Black
Go for a more sophisticated espresso machine if you like a bit more control over how your coffee tastes. You can warm your espresso cups on the top too.
3 of 13Sage The Barista Express Machine
For really professional coffees, go for the well-known Sage brand. This is a bean-to-cup coffee machine so you can be completely in control of the taste of your coffee from start to finish. Your home coffee bar couldn't look more high-tech.
4 of 13Denby Studio Grey Mugs, 400ml, Set of 2
If you're setting up a home coffee bar, then you need some fancy mugs, and you can't go wrong with a few Denby mugs.
5 of 13The Anatomy Of Coffee Tin Sign
Hang this sign above your home coffee bar counter and no one will ever bother you with those inane questions like "what on earth is a mochachino?" and "what's the difference between a latte and a cappuccino?"
6 of 13Pair of Cuban Bar Stools
Complete the set-up with a pair of bar stools to perch on while you sip your mochaccino.
7 of 13Rustic Wooden Serving Trays, set of 3
Style up your coffee bar counter with these trays, which will keep everything organised if space isn't on your side.
8 of 13WOLTU Kitchen Bar Counter
If you've got room in your kitchen or family room, then this is a great free-standing counter for your home coffee bar. It's got the modern industrial style that's popular at the moment, and features handy shelves for your coffee cups.
9 of 13Love-KANKEI Wall Shelves
These shelves will match the counter above, and will hold all your favourite mugs and coffee jars for easy access while you're switching on the espresso machine.
10 of 13Milk Steamer Jug
A necessity if your coffee machine doesn't have an in-built milk frother function.
11 of 13Bialetti Art Espresso Coffee Cup & Saucer, Set of 4
For a quirky look, choose these funky retro design espresso cups.
12 of 13Coffee Mug Warmer
Here's something you didn't know you needed – a mug warmer. This removes that awful problem of making a coffee and it going cold before you get to drink it - this gadget keeps it at an optimum temperature for as long as you need it to. This would make the perfect gadget gift for the coffee lover in your family who's got everything else.
13 of 13Metal Mug Life Sign
Hang this above your coffee bar and set the tone - you can buy this in a variety of colours and styles, and different sizes (this price is for 12-inches wide).
How to make the best home coffee bar
Set aside one of your kitchen counters, or buy a new station, to make your home coffee bar. You can use a stylish tray to hold some of your equipment and keep it neat. Shelves above the counter give you more space to store gadgets and show off your mugs.
You don’t have to set up your home coffee bar in the kitchen, either – it could look great in your dining room or lounge, too. Or, if you work from home, setting a home coffee bar up in your study or office is a great idea.
Home coffee bar inspiration
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