Having spent over a year working 9-5 from my tiny apartment, it felt time to treat myself to an office-esque toy.

Those of you who’ve made espressos before likely know there are numerous tools and gadgets that accompany the ritual. Personally, I wasn’t a fan of all the clutter.

Luckily, sitting about 4 feet from the new espresso machine was a 40W CO2 laser cutter. Don’t worry, I hung an exhaust tube out the window to pump out the fumes.

In total, I modified the espresso machine with a low-profile drip tray, pitcher hook, portafilter dock, towel rod, and machine-top organizer for the scale, funnel, grinder, and homemade wooden tamp.