Dining and Bar in Contemporary Home for Entertaining

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary seated home bar in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Oakton Kitchen & Sunroom - Wet Bar

Synergy Design & Construction

Around the corner from the kitchen (behind the range), the wet bar also opens into the sunroom. Glass display, a bar sink, wine glass racks, and under-counter appliances make this a nice place to stop for a drink.

Nantucket Town

Gather Home LLC

Home Bar/Rec Room
Photo of a large beach style seated home bar in Boston with medium wood cabinets, zinc benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback and grey benchtop.

California Rancher and Pool House

LMB Interiors

Pool house galley kitchen with concrete flooring for indoor-outdoor flow, as well as color, texture, and durability. The small galley kitchen, covered in Ann Sacks tile and custom shelves, serves as wet bar and food prep area for the family and their guests for frequent pool parties. Polished concrete flooring carries out to the pool deck connecting the spaces, including a cozy sitting area flanked by a board form concrete fireplace, and appointed with comfortable couches for relaxation long after dark. Poolside chaises provide multiple options for lounging and sunbathing, and expansive Nano doors poolside open the entire structure to complete the indoor/outdoor objective. Photo credit: Kerry Hamilton

Welcome Home

Kitchens By Clay

Bar cabinetry contains ice maker, sink, integrated drawer refrigeration. Beautifully designed. Cabinetry designed by Clay Cox, Kitchens by Clay. Photos by Giovanni Photography.

Woodley Park Living Areas Renovations

Jordan Design-Build Group

The owners engaged us to conduct a full house renovation to bring this historic stone mansion back to its former glory. One of the highest priorities was updating the main floor’s more public spaces which serve as the diplomat's primary representation areas where special events are hosted. Worn wall-to-wall carpet was removed revealing original oak hardwood floors that were sanded and refinished with an Early American stain. Great attention to detail was given to the selection, customization and installation of new drapes, carpets and runners all of which had to complement the home’s existing antique furniture. The striking red runner gives new life to the grand hall and winding staircase and makes quite an impression upon entering the property. New ceilings, medallions, chandeliers and a fresh coat of paint elevate the spaces to their fullest potential. A customized bar was added to an adjoining sunroom that serves as spillover space for formal events and a more intimate setting for casual gatherings.

Wickenburg Contemporary

R.J. Gurley Construction

Design ideas for a contemporary galley seated home bar in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and red benchtop.

Condominium Remodel | Turtle Creek | Dallas, TX

Mike Healey Photography

Design/Build: RPCD, Inc. All Photos © Mike Healey Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Dallas with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Woodbury Basement and Bar

Novare Renovation & Design

Troy Thies Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Downtown High-Rise

Laura Manchee Designs

Dry Bar with Stained Concrete Counter and Blue Plaster Wall - 2009 ASID Winner | Photo Credit: Miro Dvorscak
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback and porcelain floors.

Cottage Grove Living Room

Jennifer Polley Interiors

Transitional Living Room Photography by Colleen Scott Photography
This is an example of a small beach style home bar in Houston with no sink, medium wood cabinets and dark hardwood floors.

Valley Vista Basement

Sanza Homes

Wet Bar by Sanza Homes
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall home bar in Toronto with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Custom Walnut Dry Bar

Trim Tech Designs

Every element of this stained walnut dry bar is eye-catching! Learn from our expert artisans about the right wood, cut, and finish for your custom cabinetry ?

Nautical Nuisance

Turner Design Firm

**American Property Awards Winner** This 6k sqft waterfront condominium was completely gutted and renovated with a keen eye for detail. We added exquisite mahogany millwork that exudes warmth and character while elevating the space with depth and dimension. The kitchen and bathroom renovations were executed with exceptional craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to quality. Every detail was carefully considered, and only the finest materials were used, resulting in stunning show-stopping spaces. Nautical elements were added with stunning glass accessories that mimic sea glass treasures, complementing the home's stunning water views. The carefully curated furnishings were chosen for comfort and sophistication. The Phillip Jeffries mica flake cork wallpaper presents a textured backdrop to the glass wall hangings and TV. RaRah Photo

Modern House on a Mountain

S Interior Design

A perfect alcove for a wet bar! S Interior Design custom designed the layout, cabinetry wood species and stain finish, a unique way to display wine bottles and some LED lighting to highlight a beautiful piece of granite on the counter tops and back splash area.

Mauna Kea Villa Remodel

Dean Bowman Construction Inc

Mid-sized beach style single-wall seated home bar in Hawaii with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, mirror splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Custom Built-In Wet Bar

B&F Ceramics Design Showroom, Inc.

RusticHeart Photography
Mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback and stone tile splashback.

Bar Lounge Area

Dolores Pian, Inspiring Interior Designs

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall seated home bar in Toronto with medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback and carpet.

Home Wine/ Bar room

Dani Louis Design

Home wine bar
Traditional galley bar cart in Brisbane with medium wood cabinets and black benchtop.

Custom Bungalow in the Foothills

Creek Stone Fine Homes

Arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brick splashback and black benchtop.

Blue Home Bar Design Ideas with Medium Wood Cabinets

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.