Keep daily items close
The cup, spoon, beans, tea, or kettle you use most often should be easy to reach. Extra items can move away from the main working space.
Do not turn it into a display shelf
A practical coffee spot works because it is usable. Too many decorative items can make the space harder to clean and harder to use.
Reset the surface
After the cup is made, returning the surface to normal helps the next coffee moment feel simple too.