Any coffee lover would agree that nothing beats the energy and magic of a freshly brewed strong filter coffee early in the morning. Do you settle for the humble coffee process at home or visit a coffee bar to enjoy your latte with a coffee fit ambience? Why not recreate that café experience in your own space. For the passionate coffee enthusiast, a coffee bar at home is one of the most striking décor elements that can reflect their personality. In this article, we give some tips on home coffee bar set up and a whole lot of ideas for your inspiration.
What is a coffee bar?
A coffee bar is a spot in your home or a dedicated area in the kitchen that gets in the coffee shop to the comfort of your home.
A few essential tools, some amazing coffee mugs and a lot of personal design and interest can shape the coffee corner in the house the way you have always dreamt of! What more once set up, these may prove to be less expensive than a visit to your favourite coffee stop for an espresso.
What are the advantages of having a coffee corner in your house?
- Convenience: You don’t have to postpone your coffee cravings at odd hours and can brew coffee whenever you want in your house.
- Cost savings: Having a coffee bar at home is saving a lot of money. While the coffee bar equipment may be expensive, money spent on raw materials like coffee beans, milk, flavouring agents, etc. will be comparatively less.
- Quality control: Since you will be making it yourself, you can be sure of what goes in the coffee and ensure the quality. Also, you can make your coffee very personalised- the way you may want! Coffee making is an art and with a home coffee bar, you get to experiment, learn and make some amazing coffee.
- A space for me time: Sometimes, you would simply want to take off from a long day and sip coffee and read a book. For people who want their own personal space in their home, a coffee bar fits the bill perfectly.
How can you set up a coffee bar at home?
Tools required
- Coffee maker/ espresso maker that can also be
- Filter
- French press coffee maker
- Coffee percolator
- Milk frother
- Kettle
- Coffee mugs
- Stirrers
- Coffee supplies- coffee beans, filter power, instant coffee powder
- Milk / creamer
- Sugar, flavoured syrups
55+ ideas for home coffee bar set up
Check out 57 ideas to set up a coffee bar at home in this pictorial guide.
#1 Minimalist wall-mounted coffee bar
Install floating shelves with a sleek coffee maker and minimal décor that may include the coffee boxes or tools themselves.
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#2 Coffee cart with wheels
Use a mobile bar cart for a portable coffee station that’s easy to move around the house. This way you will have the flexibility to set up your coffee bar in the living room, terrace balcony or your bedroom.
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#3 Corner coffee nook
Turn an unused corner into a small coffee station with compact shelves, a few stylish jars and some indoor plants.
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#4 Vintage cabinet coffee bar
Repurpose a vintage cabinet for a charming coffee area.
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#5 Rustic wooden shelves for a country side coffee bar
Use wooden floating shelves for a farmhouse-inspired, rustic look.
Source: Pinterest autoprintworld
#6 Marble Countertop coffee station
For a pristine house made of white, nothing more apt than setting up a coffee bar on a marble countertop for a clean, luxurious vibe.
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#7 Open shelving coffee station
Open shelving gives easy access to coffee essentials and shows off pretty mugs. However, the downside is that these need frequent cleaning so that dust can be kept at bay.
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#8 Under-Cabinet coffee station
For people with long empty countertops, a coffee bar is an effective way to utilize the space below kitchen cabinets for a tucked-away coffee station.
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#9 DIY Pegboard coffee bar
Customise a pegboard to hold mugs, small shelves, and accessories. This makes up for a cute coffee space.
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#10 Dual coffee and wine Bar
Combine coffee essentials with wine glasses and bottles for a versatile station.
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#11 Industrial coffee station
Use metal shelves, pipes or a reclaimed metal cart for a rugged, industrial vibe. This will go very well with an industrial look that you may have opted for your home décor.
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#12 Bookshelf coffee station
Books and coffee are friends for life! Use a bookshelf for an easy DIY option to hold your coffee gear.
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#13 Farmhouse coffee bar
Combine distressed wood and white accents for a cozy farmhouse look.
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#14 Coffee station with chalkboard wall
Paint the wall behind your station with chalkboard paint for a customisable menu.
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#15 Coffee bar with mug hooks
For an industrial set up, install hooks under shelves to display and easily grab mugs. You can use casual things like a laundry basket to complete the look.
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#16 Built-in coffee nook with lighting
Lights change the face of any décor. Use cabinet lighting to spotlight your coffee station, making it functional and electric.
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#17 Barista-Style coffee bar
Invest in a high-end espresso machine, milk frother and grinder for a barista-style home coffee bar setup.
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#18 Travel-inspired coffee bar
If you are a travel enthusiast, make up a coffee bar by displaying postcards or souvenirs from coffee destinations to add a global vibe to your home setup. You can add a world map wallpaper for the background for a strong look.
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#19 Kitchen counter coffee nook
Dedicate a section of your kitchen counter for all your coffee essentials. However, ensure that this place is clean so that this adds value to the kitchen and doesn’t actually end up lending a cluttered look.
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#20 Bright and white coffee station
Keep the setup bright and airy with all-white accessories and light-coloured shelving. You can use elements like alphabets, candles, frames, indoor plants etc. to complete the look.
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#21 Coffee bar with plants
Add some plants for a fresh, natural feel that complements your coffee space. Placing floral plants will synchronise nicely with the warm coffee smell.
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#22 Coffee bar with glass containers
Use glass containers for coffee beans, sugar and other ingredients for a homely look.
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#23 Hidden pull-out coffee station
Hide your coffee gear in a pull-out drawer or cabinet for a sleek look. This works best for small space houses that want a dedicated coffee area.
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#24 Espresso Machine and Grinder Station
Invest in quality coffee equipment, showcasing a grinder and espresso machine. These themselves become showstoppers of your coffee bar and you literally need nothing more to do up the space.
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#25 Personalised coffee signage
Add a sign with a quote or your name to personalise your coffee area.
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#26 Scandinavian Coffee Bar
Use light wood, clean lines and neutral colours for a Scandinavian-inspired setup.
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#27 Mirror-back coffee bar
Add a mirror behind your coffee station to create a brighter, more spacious feel. You can add a sustainable look to it by using jute baskets and plants.
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#28 French country coffee bar
Include ornate details, wicker baskets and vintage décor in the form of calendars, glass jars in muted colours, pot pourri etc.  for a French-inspired style.
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#29 Colour-coordinated coffee bar
Use a consistent colour scheme for your mugs, jars and decor for a cohesive look.
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#30 Mid-century modern coffee station
Include vintage-inspired appliances and clean lines for a retro touch. You can also add a touch of beautiful tiles to match the appliances.
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#31 Minimalist drawer coffee bar
For people with space crunch, you can opt for a single drawer coffee space where you can neatly organise the coffee supplies.
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#32 Coffee bar with a cosy seating area
Include a chair or stool with a small round table for a café-like setup where you can sit and enjoy your coffee.
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#33 Apothecary style coffee station
Use vintage apothecary jars and wood elements for a unique, vintage-inspired setup.
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#34 All-Black Coffee Bar
Create a bold statement with black shelves, black cutlery, black countertop, black mugs and a black coffee maker.
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#35 Compact appliance hutch
Use a compact hutch with multiple shelves to house your coffee machine and supplies.
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#36 Coffee bar with stenciled floor
Add a stencil or rug with a coffee-inspired design under your station for visual interest. You can do the same to the wall if you don’t want to touch the floor.
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#37 Coffee bar with light-up sign
Add a neon sign or light-up letters for a fun, modern touch to your home coffee bar setup.
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#38 Open framework coffee bar
Use a simple metal frame shelving system for a clean, open look.
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#39 High-end Espresso and pour-over station
Set up a station with an espresso machine and pour-over kit for ultimate coffee options.
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#40 Gold accented coffee bar
Add a bit of glam with gold accents on shelves, mugs and decor. This will give your coffee space a rich exquisite look.
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#41 Floating counter coffee bar with back mirror
Install a floating counter for a sleek, minimalist coffee setup. The back mirror will magnify the space making it chic.
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#42 Use natural wood decor
Natural wood elements add warmth and an earthy vibe to your coffee area. This goes with the very idea of coffee and thus adds the grandness of the décor.
Source: Pinterest autoprintworld
#43 Boho coffee station
Include plants, woven baskets and natural textures for a bohemian coffee bar that is apt for a relaxed coffee space.
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#44 Tile backsplash coffee bar
Add a tile backsplash behind your coffee station for a café-inspired design. For a pristine look you can choose the honeycomb design in beige and for an experimental look, you can opt for the Moroccan tiles.
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#45 Retro coffee bar with vintage signs
Decorate with vintage coffee signs and retro decor for a fun, nostalgic setup.
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#46 Monochrome coffee station
Stick to a single colour palette for a chic, coordinated look.
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#47Â Home coffee bar with geometric symmetry
You can use geometric shapes with bling of black and gold in the background and set up a stylish coffee bar.
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#48 Coffee station with southeastern tapestry touch
You can use tapestries to do highlight the coffee bar space.
Source: Pinterest Learn California
#49 Coffee station with the coastal vibe
Coffee and coastal vibes are charming and you can get this look when you opt for something like shown in the picture below.
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#50 Festive season in your home coffee station
You can deck up your coffee station with festive elements to give it a nice festive highpoint.
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#51 Arched wall vintage looking coffee station
Vintage is always classy. A coffee station with arched wall, powder blue cabinets and light wood takes the coffee station spaces to a higher notch décor wise.
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Coffee bar ideas for small homes
#52 Built-in cabinet coffee bar
Design a small built-in coffee bar for a neat, hidden setup.
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#53 Vintage coffee trolley
Use a vintage trolley cart with a small espresso machine and a few decorative cake and cookie jars to give a rich classy look to your coffee bar.
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#54 Cozy coffee corner in the living room
Dedicate a corner in the living room with a small table or cabinet for a cozy setup.
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#55 Compact wall rack coffee bar
Use a small wall rack to hold mugs, coffee, and a few decorative items. Do not overdo the wall rack as it may be clumsy and the weight may bring the entire thing down!
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#56 Coffee bar with statement art
Hang a large piece of artwork above your coffee station for a bold look. Elements like mortar and pestle, wrought iron décor pieces, mosaic printed jars etc. add to the look of the coffee space.
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#57 Coffee station in the pantry
Dedicate a small pantry shelf to your coffee supplies for an organised look.
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Housing.com POV
A coffee space at home has many benefits including monetary. This is your personal space in the house where you can have conversations over coffee in the comfort of your house.
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