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Why (an Interior Designer Thinks) You Should Have A Coffee, Tea, or Beverage Bar


A close up shot of a beautiful natural store coffee bar with coffee maker and espresso machine.
Photo by Robin Falk Photography

Streamlined Organization

A dedicated coffee bar helps keep your kitchen uncluttered by centralizing all your beverage-related items in one place. With a beverage bar, you can neatly store mugs, coffee beans, syrups, and brewing equipment like a coffee maker or espresso machine, keeping them out of the way of your main kitchen workflow. Incorporating shelves, drawers, built-in cabinetry, and hooks adds additional space for essentials such as teaspoons, filters, or coasters. This creates a designated spot for everything, making your kitchen more organized and efficient.


A blue tiled backsplash with navy cabinetry and a pretty natural stone countertop.
Photo by Robin Falk Photography

Maximizes Space in Small Kitchens

If your kitchen is on the smaller side, or cramped (as is often the case in our New England homes!) a beverage bar can help maximize functionality. By allocating a corner or unused wall space to the coffee bar, you optimize storage without sacrificing valuable counter space for food prep. Floating shelves or bar carts work wonders in tight areas and keep your kitchen tidy and focused on cooking.


A pristine clean white coffee bar with floor to ceiling pantry cabinets to the right for extra storage.
Photo by Joshua Allen Design

Convenience and Accessibility

A well-designed coffee bar makes it easy to grab your morning brew without disrupting the flow of your kitchen. Whether you love coffee, tea, espresso, or something totally different, having everything at your fingertips streamlines your morning routine. If you entertain often, your beverage bar can also double as a self-service drink station, allowing guests to help themselves to coffee or tea (or anything else 😉) without needing to maneuver around the kitchen.


A small coffee nook with warm wooden floating shelves, white cabinetry, and brass gold accents. The perfect place to show off your pretty mugs and coffee collectioN!
Photo by Joshua Allen Design

Enhances Aesthetic Appeal

Drink bars can also serve as a stylish focal point in the room. What ever your design taste may be, a coffee bar offers an opportunity to showcase your aesthetic! You can integrate open shelving with decorative canisters, use elegant trays to hold syrups and sugars, or feature artisanal mugs and cups. It adds character, personality, and warmth to your kitchen or dining space.


A coastal inspired coffee bar with navy blue cabinetry and custom tile backsplash. A bespoke wine fridge sits underneath.
Photo by Robin Falk Photography

Increased Functionality

Beyond just coffee, a coffee bar can serve multiple functions. It can double as a wine bar in the evening or a hot cocoa station during winter celebrations. By using versatile shelving, storage, and even refrigeration, it can adapt to different needs, making it a multi-purpose addition to your home.


A coffee bar is a perfect blend of organization and functionality, transforming even the smallest kitchen or dining space into a well-organized and stylish hub for warm beverage lovers. It makes daily routines easier, enhances the aesthetics of your space, and maximizes available storage, all while adding an inviting touch to your home.

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