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.

A cozy coffee corner

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Cat is TechRadar's Homes Editor, covering smart home tech, kitchen appliances, vacuums, haircare and more. She's been a tech journalist for 15 years, having worked on print magazines including PC Plus and PC Format, and is a Speciality Coffee Association (SCA) certified barista. Whether you want to invest in some smart lights, find your ideal hair styler, or pick the espresso machine of your dreams, she's the right person to help.