How to welcome the cafecore trend into your home

As a nation of devoted coffee drinkers, it’s no surprise that, when it comes to the cafecore trend, we’ve welcomed it with open arms. But what exactly is cafecore? Well, this cosy and sociable trend draws inspiration from the warm, welcoming atmosphere of coffee shops. By incorporating seating areas, open shelves and coffee machines into your kitchen, you can make it the perfect spot to enjoy a peaceful cappuccino before the family gets up, or a place to spend time putting the world to rights over a flat white with friends.

As breakfast stations become more and more popular in bespoke kitchens, you could make this space work even harder for you by adding in touches from the cafecore trend.  It’s a similar thought process to including a drinks cabinet – we’ve already taken a look at this topic, so you can look back for ideas. But if you want to create a distinct cafécore-inspired area in your kitchen, putting together a few ideas of how you seeing it working for you, before planning your kitchen, will make all the difference.

So, firstly, decide how you’ll use your coffee nook. You might visualise a place to relax with a leisurely drink at the weekend, away from your cooking area. Or you may need your coffee corner to function smoothly on a busy morning as the family get ready to leave the house. It might even be part of your ‘work from home’ set up. Having a checklist of how it will fit into your lifestyle will make designing it all the easier.

Think cosy seating area

Wherever you drink your coffee, it’s likely that you’ll want somewhere to  sit. From an integrated banquette or bar stools at an island to café-style table and chairs, choose seating for your kitchen that suits your aesthetic. This your opportunity to add soft textures and comfortable touches to your room, too – perfect for elevating the feel of your space. Don’t forget to think about lighting, so you can create the perfect mood.

Open shelves add personality

Having somewhere to display your carefully-curated pieces is key to achieving the cafecore look. Artisanal pottery mugs and plates, your favourite ornaments or little jugs of fresh flowers all add to the ambience. You can change these up to give your kitchen a different look now and again, too – ideal if you want to update a colour scheme or give a nod to a new trend.

Glass-fronted cabinets

Keeping your coffee beans, syrups and essential barista accessories dust-free is easier with a glass-fronted cabinet, but still allows you to show off your wares. A great alternative to open shelves, it can also mean less cleaning – and practical touches are always welcome in a busy household.

Pick the perfect coffee machine

Coffee machines come in all shapes and sizes – from simple stove top mokas to state-of-the-art built-in coffee makers. But since we’re exploring cafécore at its most luxe, you may want to source an integrated appliance, that allows you to designate a particular part of your kitchen to the art of coffee making. At Davonport, we work with the cream of coffee machine specialists, Miele, so you can bring the aroma of freshly ground beans into your home and brew the perfect coffee. From sleek, contemporary machines to innovative classic models, you can play barista in your own kitchen with these ultra-stylish and very practical ‘at home’ coffee machines.