SMALL SPACE. GOOD COFFEE.
A coffee setup
that fits.
Check the machine, grinder and room to use them. Compare published dimensions for 10 models, then try your own counter measurements.
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A GOOD PLACE TO BEGIN
Build a corner that works for you.
Small kitchen. Real coffee station.
A simple plan for your space, your drinks, and your everyday routine.
Read the guideWill it fit under your cabinets?
The dimensions that matter beyond a machine’s advertised footprint.
Read the guideYour budget goes beyond the machine.
Make room in the budget for a grinder, a scale, and the coffee itself.
Read the guideHOW THE RESEARCH WORKS
Published sizes.
Visible assumptions.
We compare published dimensions and explain our planning assumptions. Our guides are researched, and our room estimates are adjustable.
We haven’t tested these machines in person. You’ll find manufacturer links alongside the facts, and clear limits beside each recommendation.
How we put this togetherBEFORE YOU BEGIN
A few practical answers.
How much counter space does a coffee station need?
Add machine width, optional grinder width, a gap and a preparation zone. Depth and height must also fit. Our 18-, 24- and 30-inch examples show the calculations, including a tight layout that needs more room.
Do I need an espresso machine?
No. Plan around the drink you make most often. A filter brewer and appropriate grinder may suit your routine; remember any kettle and the assembled cup or server. Read the filter-station guide.
Have you tested the equipment?
These are source-based planning references. We show manufacturer specifications and our own calculations, but have not tested the equipment in person. Our method explains the limits.