Breville Barista Express
$799
This mid-range machine from Aussie brand Breville promises to deliver third-wave specialty coffee in your kitchen with a balance of manual and automatic processes for the home barista. The built-in grinder and steam wand cut down on the need for extra benchtop gadgets, plus it comes in a range of bold colourways to suit your coffee-nook aesthetic.Chips Japan Stack Mug
$37
Japanese label Chips has become a fast favourite for its user-friendly design and cheerfully classic colourways that nod to the ’70 and ’80s without ever crossing over into retro pastiche. The stack mugs are space savers that’ll fit even the most petite coffee nooks, and their welcoming good looks signal it’s always time for a cuppa.Rok Zero Jar
$79.90 for two
This niftily designed jar keeps oxygen out with a push of the plunger lid – making it a great place to stash your coffee beans and keep them fresher for longer. The lid also comes off easily, thanks to an O-ring that releases pressure as you pull up. Added bonus: it’s handsome enough to keep on display, so your beans are always in reach.Cuppi
From $350
Handmade in Melbourne from hardwood timber, Cuppi is a good-looking home for all your favourite mugs and cups – almost like a mini art installation dedicated to the joys of caffeine consumption. Prop it up on a countertop next to your coffee-making kit, or attach to the wall if your coffee station needs to make use of vertical space.Marimekko Focus Tray
$120
Gathering your coffee accoutrements on a tray is a great way to delineate space and really define your coffee station, whether it’s in the kitchen or a common room. This black-and-white motif in laminated birch plywood comes from iconic Finnish design house Marimekko. It’s striking enough to make a statement, yet relaxed enough for everyday use.Le Creuset Milk & Sugar Set
$80
This glazed stoneware milk jug and sugar pot duo features Le Creuset’s signature three-ring design, and might be the most economical way to get the iconic cast-iron pot brand’s wares in your kitchen. Available in four colourways: azure, cerise, volcanic orange and creamy white meringue.This article first appeared in Domain Review, in partnership with Broadsheet.
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