Grace Aston
Photo of a large country u-shaped wet bar in Seattle with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, ceramic floors and grey floor.

A bit of Bling and Booze

Lenton Company, Inc.

Johnathan Adler light fixture hangs above this eclectic space. Brian Covington Photography
Mid-sized transitional u-shaped wet bar in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, beige floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Built-In cabinetry

K. Salowe & Co.

Custom designed bar in private residence including fiber optic star ceiling, glass countertop with multi-color edge lighting, art glass knee wall and backsplash with back-lighting, lots of storage space behind. more at www.ksalowe.com

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.

Laguna Hills

Cabinet by Design

Custom bar fabrication process
Inspiration for a small country u-shaped wet bar in Los Angeles with light wood cabinets.

Belclaire - French

Blume Architecture

Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped wet bar in Dallas with an integrated sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Strait Lane Home

Sharif & Munir Custom Homes, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Dallas with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

The Party's At Our House

Studio Dearborn

Designer Sarah Robertson of Studio Dearborn helped a neighbor and friend to update a “builder grade” kitchen into a personal, family space that feels luxurious and inviting. The homeowner wanted to solve a number of storage and flow problems in the kitchen, including a wasted area dedicated to a desk, too-little pantry storage, and her wish for a kitchen bar. The all white builder kitchen lacked character, and the client wanted to inject color, texture and personality into the kitchen while keeping it classic.

Kilpatrick Basement

Kristina Kilpatrick

Mid-sized modern u-shaped wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and ceramic floors.

Custom Bar

G&S Contracting, LLC

Custom home bar with poplar lumber and several coats of a wood polishing wax, with additional wainscoting, and under cabinet lighting.
Photo of a mid-sized modern u-shaped seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, laminate floors, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Finished Basement Malvern, West Chester, Downingtown, Chester Springs, Wayne, Wy

COCOON

Finished Basement, Diner Booth, Bar Area, Kitchenette, Kitchen, Elevated Bar, Granite Countertops, Cherry Cabinets, Tiled Backsplash, Wet Bar, Slate Flooring, Tiled Floor, Footrest, Bar Height Counter, Built-In Cabinets, Entertainment Unit, Surround Sound, Walk-Out Basement, Kids Play Area, Full Basement Bathroom, Bathroom, Basement Shower, Entertaining Space, Malvern, West Chester, Downingtown, Chester Springs, Wayne, Wynnewood, Glen Mills, Media, Newtown Square, Chadds Ford, Kennett Square, Aston, Berwyn, Frazer, Main Line, Phoenixville,

Extreme Renovation

Young & Borlik Architects, inc.

A home office was converted into a full service sports bar. This room has space to seat 20. It has three televisions, a refrigerated wine room, a fireplace and even a secret door. The countertop is zinc, the ceiling tiles are authentic stamped tin. Behind the counter are taps for two kegs, soda machine, custom ice makers, glass chillers and a full professional service bar. There's a cocktail station with integrated drains, refrigeration drawers, and a dedicated dishwasher. Why leave the house?

Lorida

Kaamer Design

Mid-sized mediterranean u-shaped wet bar in Melbourne with beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, terrazzo benchtops, blue splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Jamestown, Rhode Island

Mancini Fine Lighting & Design

Photo of a transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Providence with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Navesink River Home

Ginny Capo

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped wet bar in New York with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors and an undermount sink.

New Prague Basement

B2 Design Build

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and vinyl floors.

Windermere Showhome

Integri Kitchens

Cabinetry: DeWils Custom Cabinetry Doorstyle: Lacerta Material: Thermofoil - Black high gloss
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Edmonton with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, blue splashback, beige floor and red benchtop.

Bars

Attard's Kitchens & Cabinetry Pty Ltd

Attard's Kitchens & Cabinetry custom make bar areas to individual requirements blending both function & aesthetics to perfectly suit client needs.
Design ideas for a small modern u-shaped wet bar in Sydney with glass sheet splashback, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback and porcelain floors.

Collectors Kitchen

River Woodcraft

This kitchen was designed for the MAXIMALIST in mind. A homeowner who enjoys displaying all their antiques and chosen novelties from all over the world. No space was to be left untouched. Special attention was designed around custom detail beaded inset cabinetry, walnut countertops, polished lacquered bar with a tribute to their Naval background. Even the refrigerator is to be displayed through the glass

2017 ARDA Best In Show

AIBD - American Institute of Building Design

This home was designed with a clean, modern aesthetic that imposes a commanding view of its expansive riverside lot. The wide-span, open wing design provides a feeling of open movement and flow throughout the home. Interior design elements are tightly edited to their most elemental form. Simple yet daring lines simultaneously convey a sense of energy and tranquility. Super-matte, zero sheen finishes are punctuated by brightly polished stainless steel and are further contrasted by thoughtful use of natural textures and materials. The judges said “this home would be like living in a sculpture. It’s sleek and luxurious at the same time.” The award for Best In Show goes to RG Designs Inc. and K2 Design Group Designers: Richard Guzman with Jenny Provost From: Bonita Springs, Florida

Blue U-shaped 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.