Really hate "stuff" floating around on counters, though it still happens occasionally.
Coffee pot, cutting board, knife set on the counter. I got rid of most small appliances a few years back. I figure most food that I like really only takes a good knife and a pot.
I do still own a high speed blender, rice cooker (which is a great multi-tasker), and a mandolin for bulk chopping. They all live in the pantry.
I leave the coffee pot plugged in.