Coffee corner idea
The Bookshelf Coffee Nook
Give one shelf of a bookcase to coffee. Books, a few jars and your favorite mugs make a calm corner that fits any living room.
- Space
- One shelf of a bookcase, about 30 inches wide
- Budget
- Low. You can use what you own
- Renter-friendly
- Yes, nothing to install
What you need
- One shelf at about counter height
- A tray to keep things tidy
- Two or three jars for beans, sugar and tea
- Three or four mugs
- A few books and a small plant
Gear for this corner
- ESPRO ESPRO Press P3 French press fans who are tired of grit at the bottom of the cup. Who it suits, and who should skip it
- James Hoffmann The World Atlas of Coffee Curious beginners who want to understand where coffee comes from and why it tastes different. Who it suits, and who should skip it
- James Hoffmann How to Make the Best Coffee at Home Beginners who want clear explanations of the basics, with photos. Who it suits, and who should skip it
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How to set it up
- Pick a shelf at a comfortable height and clear it.
- Put a tray down first so everything has a home.
- Keep brewing in the kitchen. The shelf is for storing and serving.
Make it feel like a café
- Stack two books and stand a mug on top for a little height.
- Use matching jars so the shelf looks calm.
- Add a small plant at one end.