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Modern Fun House, Danville, CA

Lauren Evans Interiors, LLC

Inspiration for a transitional home bar in San Francisco.

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Andrea Rossetti architetto

Design ideas for an eclectic home bar in Venice.

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Purple Cherry Architects

Photo of a beach style home bar in Baltimore.

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Sea Island Builders LLC

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Design ideas for a home bar in Charleston.

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JMH Designs

Photo of a home bar in Boston.

Fresh Traditional Lake Home

Lenox House Design

Design ideas for a traditional single-wall home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, white splashback, beige floor and beige benchtop.

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Contemporary home bar in London.

Shawnee Woods

Tays & Co Design Studios

This is an example of a country galley seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, brown cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Regency Town House

OpenHaus Kitchens (Sussex, Nr. Horsham)

Contemporary home bar in Sussex.

Modern Home Marble Kitchen Design & Remodeling

Contemporary Home Construction, LLC

Step into a fusion of sophistication and modernity with our recent project showcased on Houzz. This Marble Kitchen Design & Remodeling exemplifies elegance through its sleek lines, luxurious marble finishes, and state-of-the-art appliances. The thoughtful integration of natural elements and cutting-edge design principles brings a harmonious balance between functionality and style, creating a timeless kitchen space that is both inviting and inspiring. Explore the detailed features, innovative storage solutions, and bespoke design elements that make this kitchen a true epitome of modern home luxury.

Bow Mar Ranch Remodel

KGA Studio Architects, PC

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped home bar in Denver with white cabinets and light hardwood floors.

Georgetown Modern Victorian

Storie Collective

Stripped of its original charm with sagging floors and water leaks, this 1900 row house was prime for a full renovation. While the staircase and marble fireplace are original, everything from the white oak flooring, crown, applied, and base moldings, to the archways and brass door hardware is new; yet they all feel original to the house. Other projects included removing soffits and tucking away randomly placed support beams and posts, relocating and expanding the kitchen, renovating each bathroom – and adding a new one, upgrading all the mechanical, electric and plumbing systems, removing a fireplace, and regrading the back patio for proper drainage and added greenery. The project is a perfect study of juxtaposing new and old, classic and modern. Photography Stacy Zarin Goldberg

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Grey Architecture + Design

This is an example of a transitional home bar in Austin.

Medfield Circle First Floor

Courtney Ellen Interior Design

Transitional home bar in Boston.

Modern Mountain

Iconic by Kaitlyn Wolfe

Arts and crafts home bar in Phoenix.

Little Venice Georgian Townhouse

Margot Tsim Interiors

Design ideas for a large contemporary single-wall wet bar in London with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Tuscan rose and gold quartz kitchen

Puccini Kitchens

The allure of this kitchen begins with the carefully selected palette of Matt Lacquer painted Gin & Tonic and Tuscan Rose. Creating an inviting atmosphere, these warm hues perfectly reflect the light to accentuate the kitchen’s aesthetics. But it doesn't stop there. The walnut slatted feature doors have been perfectly crafted to add depth and character to the space. Intricate patterns within the slats create a sense of movement, inviting the eye to explore the artistry embedded within them and elevating the kitchen to new heights of sophistication. Prepare to be enthralled by the pièce de résistance—the Royal Calacatta Gold quartz worktop. Exuding luxury, with its radiant golden veining cascading across a pristine white backdrop, not only does it serve as a functional workspace, it makes a sophisticated statement. Combining quality materials and finishes via thoughtful design, this kitchen allows our client to enjoy a space which is both aesthetically pleasing and extremely functional. Feeling inspired by this kitchen or looking for more ideas? Visit our projects page today.

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Laure Nell Interiors

Photo of a contemporary home bar in Miami.

Home Bar Design Ideas

A home bar can provide a spot of indulgence for one, or be a central hub you gather round when entertaining. Whether you’re thinking of planning a wine bar, outdoor bar, or just making room for a bar cart, browse these images for inspiration, and ask yourself the following questions.

Where should you position your home bar?

The most popular location for a home bar is in or near the kitchen or dining room. If you prefer entertaining outdoors, however, an outdoor bar can be a dream addition to any Aussie backyard – and imagine the luxury of swimming up to your very own pool bar! If you're building from scratch, a landscape architect can help you work out the ideal design for your space.

What type of home bar is best suited to your needs?

Home bars come in all shapes and sizes, and with an array of practicalities. Utilise an awkward corner with a cabinet bar; maximise floor space with a trunk bar, which unfolds to create a bar counter; or conveniently turn any space in your house into a bar room with a mobile bar such as a fun bar cart. If you prefer a more grandiose option, or all the amenities of a real bar, you can’t go past a built-in home bar.

What home bar functionalities do you want to include?

Decide how you will use the bar and whether you will need sinks, storage and refrigeration. Including a sink in your home bar design is a practical addition if you choose a location far from your kitchen. If you’re a wine connoisseur, you may want to include additional wine storage, whereas a mini bar fridge within the kitchen may need no extra storage at all. Home bars that will be used infrequently – perhaps an outdoor bar in the cooler months – may not need refrigeration and could suffice with large ice buckets.

What bar furniture will you need?

Seating is essential to any home bar and will impact the style of your home bar design. Bar stools, for example, come in an array of materials and styles, from traditional wooden bar stools, to resort- and industrial-style stools. Storage is another important element, so look for a liquor cabinet and wine racks. Next, if you are creating a freestanding station, you will need a bar table, which are taller and shallower than regular dining tables. Check that your stools and table height work together before you finalise any home bar designs.

How can you personalise your bar design?

Bar tools and accessories are an easy and interchangeable way to personalise your bar design. You may want to create a wine bar, tavern-style bar or retro bar, so look for wine glasses and tumblers, for instance, that will help carry this style. Coasters, bar mats or signage will help you to further achieve your desired look.

Richmond Beach Remodel

Kimberlee Marie Interiors

Our Seattle studio gave this dated family home a fabulous facelift with bright interiors, stylish furnishings, and thoughtful decor. We kept all the original interior doors but gave them a beautiful coat of paint and fitted stylish matte black hardware to provide them with that extra elegance. Painting the millwork a creamy light grey color created a fun, unique contrast against the white walls. We opened up walls to create a spacious great room, perfect for this family who loves to entertain. We reimagined the existing pantry as a wet bar, currently a hugely popular spot in the home. To create a seamless indoor-outdoor living space, we used NanaWall doors off the kitchen and living room, allowing our clients to have an open atmosphere in their backyard oasis and covered front deck. Heaters were also added to the front porch ensuring they could enjoy it during all seasons. We used durable furnishings throughout the home to accommodate the growing needs of their two small kids and two dogs. Neutral finishes, warm wood tones, and pops of color achieve a light and airy look reminiscent of the coastal appeal of Puget Sound – only a couple of blocks away from this home. We ensured that we delivered a bold, timeless home to our clients, with every detail reflecting their beautiful personalities. --- Project designed by interior design studio Kimberlee Marie Interiors. They serve the Seattle metro area including Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Medina, Clyde Hill, and Hunts Point. For more about Kimberlee Marie Interiors, see here: https://www.kimberleemarie.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.kimberleemarie.com/richmond-beach-home-remodel