Coffee. It’s a beverage for some and a passion for others. But no matter your level of affection for the drink, we can all agree that it’s a much-lauded and highly consumed potable for most Americans. In fact, according to Drive Research, 73% of American adults drink coffee every single day. With that in mind, a fun design idea many homeowners are incorporating is a well-appointed and highly functional at-home coffee bar.
Whether your client specifically requested one of these bespoke spaces or your tinkering with ideas for wasted space, it’s important to note that a well-equipped at-home coffee bar has a handful of crucial components that should always be incorporated.
The Coffee Maker
First things first, the actual coffee maker is arguably the belle of the ball. While anyone can grab an inexpensive drip maker from the local big-box retailer, coffee aficionados have a more elevated taste when it comes to the maker. At Friedman’s Appliances, we carry options from the Café Specialty Drip Coffee Maker to the Thermador built-in, plumbed, professional-grade coffee machine — and an array of options in between. Once your client has selected their maker, it’s time to start designing this magical space.
Mug Spot
Whether the homeowner simply wants to enjoy a quiet cup of Joe in the morning or they frequently have friends over for coffee, mugs and cups are a must. If your client has a tasteful display of mugs, open shelving provides an airy way to display them. However, having some closed cabinet space is also a good idea for some of the more everyday travel mugs that aren’t necessarily display-worthy.
Here, an understated coffee bar is discreetly stashed behind glass-front cabinets. A simple yet elegant array of mugs is on display and ready for sipping.
Here’s another tasteful display. Glass-front cabinets showcase a delightful collection of both plain white mugs as well as some more unique but on-theme pieces.
Conveniences Within Reach
An at-home coffee bar needn’t be enormous, but it absolutely should have all of the anticipated needs and conveniences within reach. For example, in the display below, there is a well-organized drawer with K-Cups in a variety of flavors. On the counter, you’ll find mugs, syrups, sugar, and, of course, the coffee maker. Finally, the under-counter microwave makes warming a cup of coffee or breakfast pastry a breeze.
Chill Zone
Another popular coffee bar appliance is an undercounter refrigerator. This not only allows for accessible storage of dairy or creamer products for coffee, but it actually makes the coffee bar a multi-functional space. Store seltzer water or cocktail mixers to take your coffee bar space to a cocktail station by night. This one simple addition maximizes the space for fully functional use.
When your client is ready to select their perfect appliances for the most luxurious and well-appointed coffee bar, we invite them to visit Friedman’s Appliances. We have an impressive selection of coffee makers and undercounter appliances that will make the coffee bar their new favorite place to start each day.