Small transitional single-wall wet bar in Tampa with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Bar and Wine Room

Timber Wolff Designs Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped seated home bar in Calgary with dark wood cabinets, glass-front cabinets, an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Plum Perfect

Tidal Interiors

Bar backsplash details. Photo Credit : Karyn Millet
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in San Diego with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, painted wood floors, black floor and grey benchtop.

Denver Contemporary Farmhouse

Laura Medicus Interiors

This is a Craftsman home in Denver’s Hilltop neighborhood. We added a family room, mudroom and kitchen to the back of the home.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall home bar in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback and white benchtop.

Memorial Transitional

Frankel Design Build

Photo of an expansive contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Houston with a drop-in sink, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops and white benchtop.

Butler's Pantry

Valerie Grant Interiors

Butler's Pantry designed with custom cabinetry and quartzite countertops. Sleek design is perfect for serving designer cocktails.
Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall wet bar in New York with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

2016 Southern Living Showcase Home

J. Wright Building Company

Inspiration for a small transitional galley wet bar in Birmingham with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops and porcelain floors.

Bar

R|House Design Build

Custom lower level bar with quartz countertops and white subway tile.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Home Bar

Delta Kitchens Ltd

This home bar was designed for a new house being built. The work top is Ural Grey Quartz and the shelves and carcass is Anthracite Mountain Larch and glass. This looks great with the mirrored backs, LED lighting and customers choice of bar stools.

Twin Gables

CK Architects

Russell Campaigne
Photo of a large transitional l-shaped wet bar in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Ann Arbor Hills Remodel and Addition

Studio Z Architecture

This elegant butler’s pantry links the new formal dining room and kitchen, providing space for serving food and drinks. Unique materials like mirror tile and leather wallpaper were used to add interest. Contractor: Momentum Construction LLC Photographer: Laura McCaffery Photography Interior Design: Studio Z Architecture Interior Decorating: Sarah Finnane Design

Transitional home bar in Charlotte with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback and white benchtop.

New Country

Signature Interior Designs

This is an example of a transitional galley home bar in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and marble floors.

682 Riverstone - Calbridge Homes

Rochelle Cote Interior Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Bethesda, Maryland - Contemporary - Kitchen Design

Jennifer Gilmer Kitchen & Bath

Bethesda, Maryland Contemporary Kitchen #SarahTurner4JenniferGilmer http://www.gilmerkitchens.com Photography by Robert Radifera

Reworking a Walkout

Malbec Homes & Renovations Inc.

Studio 1826
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall home bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, porcelain floors and grey floor.

Luxury Home Renovation - Home Bar

Scott Arthur Millwork & Cabinetry Ltd

Custom cherry-stained bar with black crystal countertops and custom-designed glass door inserts
Design ideas for a traditional galley wet bar in Edmonton with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops and black benchtop.

Reservoir Hill Residence

MANDARINA STUDIO interior design

Summary of Scope: gut renovation/reconfiguration of kitchen, coffee bar, mudroom, powder room, 2 kids baths, guest bath, master bath and dressing room, kids study and playroom, study/office, laundry room, restoration of windows, adding wallpapers and window treatments Background/description: The house was built in 1908, my clients are only the 3rd owners of the house. The prior owner lived there from 1940s until she died at age of 98! The old home had loads of character and charm but was in pretty bad condition and desperately needed updates. The clients purchased the home a few years ago and did some work before they moved in (roof, HVAC, electrical) but decided to live in the house for a 6 months or so before embarking on the next renovation phase. I had worked with the clients previously on the wife's office space and a few projects in a previous home including the nursery design for their first child so they reached out when they were ready to start thinking about the interior renovations. The goal was to respect and enhance the historic architecture of the home but make the spaces more functional for this couple with two small kids. Clients were open to color and some more bold/unexpected design choices. The design style is updated traditional with some eclectic elements. An early design decision was to incorporate a dark colored french range which would be the focal point of the kitchen and to do dark high gloss lacquered cabinets in the adjacent coffee bar, and we ultimately went with dark green.

Beautiful bars of Belle Meade

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Mid-sized galley wet bar in Nashville with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Black Home Bar Design Ideas with Quartzite 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.