Photos by Andrew Giammarco Photography.
Design ideas for a small contemporary bar cart in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, cork floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Dayton Model

Micamy Design Studio

Bos Images
Photo of a large transitional galley bar cart in Jacksonville with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops and ceramic floors.

Basehor Rustic First Floor Renovation

Bichelmeyer Renovations

Design ideas for a small country single-wall bar cart in Orange County with no sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Noir Desir Naturali Collection

Ollin Stone

The distinguishing trait of the I Naturali series is soil. A substance which on the one hand recalls all things primordial and on the other the possibility of being plied. As a result, the slab made from the ceramic lends unique value to the settings it clads.

Wood & Faux Wood

The Carpet Girl LLC

Mid-sized traditional single-wall bar cart in Orange County with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, solid surface benchtops and dark hardwood floors.

Pub Table, Bar Stools, Mini Bar

Visions in Contemporary Living

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary bar cart in Orange County with no sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, carpet and beige floor.

Mid Century Glam

John McClain Design

Mid-sized midcentury bar cart in Los Angeles with no sink, solid surface benchtops and white benchtop.

Cove Neck Kitchen

Packard Cabinetry of Sea Cliff

the bar transitioning from the kitchen to the formal dining room was visible coming down the hallway from the front foyer so it had to reflect the antiques in the home and stand on its own. ---Matthew Adam Photography

Rustic Sophisticated Bachelor Pad

The Bam House

Annie W Photography
Inspiration for a small country single-wall bar cart in Los Angeles with open cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, bamboo floors and brown floor.

White Gloss Bar

Alliance Robes

Chantelle Delves
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall bar cart in Perth with no sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback and carpet.

Bar Design

Nuclei Lifestyle Design

Photo of a large modern single-wall bar cart in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, laminate floors, brown floor, white benchtop and solid surface benchtops.

novi home

room2improve

Over the course of three years, room2improve consulted with the client room by room to make their new-build more individualistic. This client wanted a bar area in the dining room. We helped them make a cohesive look through considering the size and placement of pieces and selecting art and accessories.

Dayton Model

Micamy Design Studio

Bos Images
Inspiration for a large transitional galley bar cart in Jacksonville with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops and ceramic floors.

Bar Cart Design Ideas with Solid Surface Benchtops

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.