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The Anatomy of the Perfect At-Home Coffee Station, Based on Your Coffee Personality

Courtney BalestierSenior Writer, Creative Studio
Courtney BalestierSenior Writer, Creative Studio
Courtney Balestier is the Apartment Therapy Creative Studio Senior Writer. She holds a master's degree in magazine journalism from NYU and lives in Pittsburgh, where you'll find her doing DIY projects in her new house with her dog and cat (who are not being very helpful).
published May 13, 2025
Coffee-themed illustration featuring a Ninja espresso machine, coffee beans, mugs, and various coffee ingredients.
Credit: Ana Hard

For many of us, coffee is a staple of our daily routine. So it makes sense to create a beautiful and functional dedicated spot for it within your kitchen. As with all things style, the perfect coffee setup looks different for everyone. But whether you pride yourself on pulling the perfect espresso or concocting elaborate seasonal sippers, it all starts with a great machine — or three great machines in one.

The Ninja Luxe™ Café is the only (!) all-in-one espresso, drip coffee, and rapid cold brew maker. With smart Barista Assist Technology™ and a hands-free Dual Froth System, it lets you whip up café-quality drinks at home with ease. (It’s as fancy as it sounds, but don’t be intimidated.) From shaken espressos to cardamom lattes, the Ninja Luxe™ Café can fit right into any at-home coffee station. What will yours look like?

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The At-Home Barista

New apartment, new routine: You’re ready to level up your morning coffee game. You’ve done the research, you know your way around the must-have accessories (yes, even a knockbox made the list), and you’re eager to dive into the world of espresso. The Ninja Luxe™ Café makes mastering the perfect shot easy with smart features that guide you every step of the way. From grind size recommendations and weight-based dosing to an assisted tamper and hands-free Dual Froth System (not to mention Barista Assist Technology™), this machine removes the guesswork. It’s the ultimate setup for learning the craft, building your confidence, and creating a variety of café-quality drinks at home. You’ll be your own barista in no time.

Credit: Ana Hard

The Artiste

Your coffee cup is your canvas, and you enjoy crafting a beverage almost as much as you enjoy drinking it. With the versatile Ninja Luxe™ Café, you can create uniquely beautiful drinks at home, letting your imagination run wild with latte art and cold foam. The machine lets you confidently make whatever drink you dream up next: The Barista Assist Technology™ makes active brew adjustments to temperature and pressure, and the hands-free frother produces perfect microfoam with both plant-based and dairy milks. Your next creation is sure to be a success. Don’t forget a caramel drizzle on top!

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The Round-the-Clock Power User

From your morning drip to your evening espresso martini, you live by the motto that anytime is coffee time. And your brew station stays ready: It’s stocked with everything from mugs and beans to coupe glasses and liqueurs. And a cocktail shaker, of course. The do-it-all power of the Ninja Luxe™ Café lets you effortlessly switch between your favorite drinks: Brew a double shot of espresso for your morning doppio, and then a cold-pressed quad shot for mixing cocktails. (Cold-pressing makes for a smoother flavor.) Behold: exceptional flavor day and night.