A Creative Use Of A Pot Rack To Transform Your Kitchen Into A Cozy Cafe

Here's a fun fact: pot racks don't just have to be used for storing pots and pans. Though this is their intended purpose, they can also be used by coffee lovers that need some extra storage, too. While built-in cabinets and rolling carts are what you'd normally use when setting up a coffee station, a wall-mounted pot rack can be just as useful. The trick is to hang it on your kitchen wall and use the hooks to show off your coffee and tea cup collection while saving cabinet space. You can then store your coffee essentials and display meaningful decorations on the shelf above.

The most obvious perk of using a pot rack is that it utilizes vertical space in small kitchens. Hence, with this simple solution, your cooking area won't feel cramped or crowded. However, note that you'll need to drill holes into the wall, which may be a dealbreaker if you're under a strict lease agreement. Also, you'll still need to place your coffee machine on a spacious worktop. But besides that, a pot rack can handle all the other small accessories — so you don't have to rummage through drawers and cabinets when you're only half-awake. Now, let's take a look at some options to channel your inner barista.

The first step is to find the right pot rack. Two important features to keep in mind are open shelving (to house your canister sets, coffee grinder, and syrup dispensers) and S-hooks (for mugs, measuring spoons, tea towels, and anything else that can be hung). Luckily, the KES 30-Inch Wall Pot Rack Organizer ticks both these boxes and more. Priced at $53.99, this particular pot rack is made of sturdy iron and has an impressive weight capacity of up to 88 pounds. Looking for something a bit more charming? The $38.24 OROPY 2-Pack Wooden Pot Pan Rack flaunts a rustic design and includes two shelves that can be mounted side by side or one on top of the other.

If you prefer a more personalized coffee bar look, take a cue from the video above. You could opt for a classy mounted rail, such as the Dseap Kitchen Utensil Holder in gold for $15.99, and then pair it with a floating shelf to complete the setup. If you have the space, feel free to include a thrifted console table or cabinet below to accommodate any bulky coffee-making equipment. If not, you're better off hanging the pot rack right above the countertop that houses your coffee maker so everything is close by. Finally, consider adding some plants, artwork, and other decorative trinkets to make your home as cozy as your favorite coffee shop. You might even want to install a pair of battery-operated wall sconces above the shelf to create an extra inviting coffee nook.