If your morning coffee routine involves throwing a spoonful of freeze-dried granules into a mug and pouring some hot water over the top, it's time to stop. Preparing your morning brew can be a time to pause and take a moment for yourself — and that's a lot easier when you have a nicely curated area specifically for the job.
As TechRadar's resident coffee expert and a trained barista, I tend to take my morning brew quite seriously, but you don't have to spend a lot of cash to create a calming space to prepare your first hot drink of the day. In fact, you can get everything you need for a sumptuous coffee corner at IKEA for under $100.
Start with a French press or a simple coffee dripper, then choose essentials like a milk pitcher, cups, and spoons in your preferred colors, materials, and finishes. Finish your coffee corner with a set of co-ordinating coasters and a tea tray, and you've got everything you need for calmer coffee breaks.
