Tea Station Inspiration
We have all had to make some big adjustments in the last 4 more months of lockdown due to the COVID19 pandemic. One of those major adjustments has been the fact that we’re all spending most of our time at home. Work, study, entertainment, and fitness are all taking place at home, and those spaces might not be the best equipped for our needs.
If you have been working and studying from home for extended periods, you’ve probably been reaching for a few extra cups of tea a day, too! A little tea nook presents a lovely opportunity to step away from the home office and take a break from the daily bustle for a few minutes.
You can actually make yourself a tea nook or tea station using items from around the home. We’re going to share a few tips for creating a fabulous tea station at home.
Decide on the theme, mood or functionality of your tea station
Do you want to create a relaxing area to make your favourite cup of tea and sit down with a newspaper in the morning or do you need something to boost your energy and productivity in the afternoon? Your tea station can also be a way to make use of an empty bar trolley and create a glamorous tea cocktail station. The possibilities are endless!
What to use
Look around your home for underused furniture or items you can upcycle such as a console table, repurposed desk, butler’s tray, drinks trolley, floating shelves, even a bookcase to create a tea station.
The important features to look for are storage space and worktop space so you can keep your station functional and neat while letting your own creativity shine through.
The rest is up to you, it all depends on what you’d like to your tea station to do for you and your space.
Inspiration
We all enjoy our tea in different ways and at different times of the day. We’ve picked 4 moods to inspire you: My Morning Sanctuary, Afternoon Express, Infusion Station, and Cocktail Hour.
My Morning Sanctuary
For the early morning riser who enjoys that strong cup of black tea before everyone wakes up. Create a serene space to mentally prepare for the day ahead, catch up on the news and enjoy a little Me Time.
Tips:
- Pick a spot with the best morning sun, avoid dark areas for this space.
- Use natural textures and calming neutrals such as bamboo, hemp and cotton.
- Add fresh flowers, potted herbs or succulents to bring in an element of nature and tranquility.
- Statement item: metallic finishes reflect the early morning light beautifully. A few touches of light gold or silver will bring a touch of luxury to your morning sanctuary.
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Afternoon Express
The afternoon slump is real, even when you’re working from home! Boost your productivity with bright colours, eye-catching décor, interactivity, and a few sweet treats with an Afternoon Express tea station.
Tips:
- Use vivid, happy colours to lift your mood and create a visually interesting space to help you get those creative juices flowing.
- Jars of sweets, cookies, cake pops, or mini macarons are a great way to introduce those pops of colour, and provide a much-needed sweet escape when you’re having one of those days!
- Statement item: large glass vases with fresh flowers add a bright light and sweet scent to the air to accompany your midday treats. Try some colourful cups, storage tins and teapots to make it a happy, energetic space.
Tea Recommendations:
Infusion Station
If you want to create a space to wind down the day, this station is a great way to relax with some healing infusions for the whole family.
Tea infusions are a fabulous alternative to sugary drinks and works well for a busy family with their own unique preferences when it comes to tea. Add fruit, herbs, fragrant dried flowers, and a selection of loose-leaf teas to enjoy both hot and cold.
Tips:
- Make a big batch if iced tea the night before to use as your tea base.
- Arrange a selection of loose-leaf teas in cannisters for easy access.
- Elegant jars or bottles of fresh or dried herbs, fruit, syrups, and tinctures can double as your décor items.
- Statement item: luxury tea cannisters will add both design and functionality to your tea station to make it a space that works for the whole area.
Tea Recommendations:
Cocktail Hour
Inspired by TWG Tea Cocktail Hour Iced Tea bags, this station is an after-hours tea fix for the mixologist at heart. Trendy tea cocktails with a splash of sparkling wine add a touch of glamour to this tea station. This is also a great way to make use of your luxury glassware and drinks accessories.
Tips:
- Make use of a drinks trolley to really give it the Cocktail Hour treatment.
- Lighting is important, use a floor lamp or antique desk lamp to set the mood.
- Statement piece: crystal glasses and carafes or copper bar accessories will instantly transform this evening cup of tea into a glamorous affair.
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Our Favourite How-To Guides
These are some of our favourite guides to tea and coffee stations with some wonderfully creative ideas!
Simplify Your Home and Life: Create a Coffee & Tea Station:
https://www.simplehomesimplelife.com/blog/how-to-create-a-coffee-tea-station
24 Home Coffee and Tea Station Décor Ideas to Try:
https://www.shelterness.com/coffee-and-tea-station-ideas/
How to Build the Perfect Tea Station:
https://www.plumdeluxe.com/how-to-build-the-perfect-tea-station
