January 20, 2024, 5:08 am | Read time: 4 minutes
Currently, there’s a trend in home decor that shows coffee should be a visual delight, not just a taste sensation. With certain colors, materials, and accessories, you can create a relaxing atmosphere at home–just like the café next door. myHOMEBOOK explains the first major trend of 2024: Cafécore.
Pinterest is undoubtedly one of the first stops for ideas and inspiration for DIY projects. The most frequent search queries can also reveal potential trends. For 2024, “Cafécore” is clearly emerging as a global trend. No surprise, as coffee culture with all its facets has been booming for years. What’s behind it?
Inspiration Instagram
Influencers with a penchant for good barista coffee have been leading the way for a while: The stylish espresso machine sits proudly on the equally trendy USM Haller sideboard. Nearby are delicious homemade cookies and stacked cups or glasses of all kinds for various coffee creations–and you’re ready to brew.
It’s essentially just about making a hot beverage. But not when it comes to social media. Instagram, TikTok, and others turn simple coffee enjoyment into a multi-sensory “experience.”
Cafécore celebrates a lifestyle that’s often worth an entire reel. The motto: Filter yes, drip coffee no thanks! No wonder the ambiance has to be just right. So, what accessories, colors, and materials should be used?
From the Cup to the Entire Kitchen
Currently trending online are terms like “coffee bar styling” and “café aesthetics.” It’s no longer just about enjoying the popular hot beverage. Today, the entire scene around it is being recreated–just like a real visit to your favorite café. This trend for 2024 jumps from the cup right into your own home.
With Cafécore, the rest of the equipment is not left to chance and is tastefully coordinated. Coffee beans are certainly not stored in just any can in the kitchen cabinet; a visible solution in glass or stainless steel containers is preferred. Naturally, the milk jug and cinnamon and sugar containers form a stylish ensemble. And if there’s a spill, the good old dish towel, currently back in fashion, is right there.
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Muted Colors Meet Natural Materials
Espresso, cappuccino, latte macchiato: For the classic coffeehouse ambiance in your kitchen, it’s best to take design cues from various coffee creations. Soft cream, muted greige, and various shades of brown take the lead in the room. In contrast, pure matte black stands out. Since Cafécore as a trend for 2024 is more inspired by minimalism, the deep color creates a particularly elegant atmosphere. Small highlights come from accessories in shiny gold, silver, or–currently popular again–chrome.
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The whole look becomes fully harmonious with some natural materials. With a solid wood countertop, marble cutting boards, and jute placemats, you gradually bring Cafécore into your kitchen. If that’s too sweet and monotonous, you can break up the look with some industrial accents. More black, slate coasters, and enamel mugs bring out the rugged side of Cafécore.
Coffee Enjoyment Only with a Cozy Corner
To fully embrace coffee enjoyment in the spirit of the Cafécore trend, a cozy corner is a must. The beloved hot beverage is best sipped in a lounge chair. Combined with a fluffy fur, a blanket, or pillows, a relaxing feeling like in your favorite café is quickly achieved.
On a side table nearby, you can place your cup, favorite book, and a small light source. Add a few candles and spread aromatic scents in the room–and pure relaxation can begin.