Design ideas for an industrial wine cellar in Indianapolis with concrete floors, storage racks and grey floor.

photography by Andrea Calo • Venetian plaster walls by Zita Art, color based on Benjamin Moore Gloucester Sage • steel & glass door by Durango Doors • Barbara Cosgrove Library sconces in brass at bar cabinets • concrete floor by Element 7 • Roma Imperial bar top from Pacific Shores Granite in Austin

Shelter Island, NY

North Fork Wine Cellar Designs

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in New York with concrete floors, display racks and grey floor.

Indian Hill Renovation

Wentz Design

A secret panel at the bottom of the basement stairs leads to a rustic and elegant wine room for tastings and entertaining Photo Credit Greg Grupenhof

Clermont County

JDD Wine Cellars, LLC

Stunning Clermont County wine cava. Inspired by European travels, this fully passive, underground wine room is certain to impress. Constructed with the highest quality materials, meticulous craftsman and an inspired homeowner this space is one of the finest you'll ever find. Solid ash wine racks compliment the rustic feel of this space.

Basement remodel

Rust Construction

Greg Hadley
Design ideas for a small mediterranean wine cellar in DC Metro with concrete floors.

Bolton Landing, Lake George NY

Nina Pomeroy Photography

Nina Pomeroy
Photo of a mid-sized country wine cellar in San Francisco with concrete floors and storage racks.

White House Plantation Barn

Cook Design Studio, Inc.

Lowcountry Residential Designs, Inc.
Inspiration for a small country wine cellar in Atlanta with concrete floors.

Raleigh Hills Wine Cellar

Rockwood Cabinetry

Remodel by Ostmo Construction. Photos by Dale Lang of NW Architectural Photography. Richard Brown Architect AIA
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Portland with concrete floors, storage racks and grey floor.

Lower Level Wine Cellar in Leawood, KS

Design Connection, Inc.

Arlene Ladegaard of Design Connection Inc. had already completed many projects in the client’s homes over the years and was excited for the challenge of designing a wine cellar in the unfinished basement. Wine Cellars come in many forms and styles. Our client’s had studied different styles of designs for many years as well as collecting over 1200 bottles of wine in all shapes and sizes. After living in their new Leawood home for a few years it was time to address an update on the lower level and design and build a wine cellar that was perfect for their use. Visit our website to see more of our projects: https://www.designconnectioninc.com/

Decatur Craftsman

First Street Builders

This is an example of a small arts and crafts wine cellar in Atlanta with storage racks and concrete floors.

Casa Sabir

Luca Giannini

Inspiration for a mediterranean wine cellar with storage racks, concrete floors and multi-coloured floor.

Remodel and extensions £200K+

MarbleAir Architects

Glazed door to the wine cellar
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic wine cellar in Oxfordshire with concrete floors, diamond bins and grey floor.

Wine Cellars

J. Silver Design Build LLC.

Large transitional wine cellar in New York with display racks, concrete floors and grey floor.

Interiør & Design

A Finess by Tine Hundrup

Design ideas for a scandinavian wine cellar in Aalborg with concrete floors and diamond bins.

Custom River House

Selle Valley Construction, Inc.

This custom wine wall is located just outside the kitchen area and to the right of the living room. Overhead LED lights and clear acrylic shelves brightly display our client's extensive wine collection. The french glass doors are 4'x8', 1/2" tempered glass and the large brass pulls match the ones on the fridge and freezer in the kitchen. Photography by Marie-Dominique Verdier.

Contemporary Spaces

Fedewa Custom Works

Design by: Kelly & Stone Architects Contractor: Dover Development & Const. Cabinetry by: Fedewa Custom Works Photo by: Tim Stone Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary wine cellar in Denver with concrete floors, multi-coloured floor and display racks.

Fairfield New Construction

Segerson Builders

Reclaimed barn wood wine room with custom glass doors and stamped concrete floor.
Mid-sized country wine cellar in Other with storage racks and concrete floors.

Snug Harbor

Brandon Architects, Inc.

Jeri Koegel
Contemporary wine cellar in Orange County with concrete floors.

Custom Homes

A-Design By Gustavo Arredondo, Inc.

This is an example of a large mediterranean wine cellar in Austin with concrete floors, storage racks and brown floor.

Brown Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Concrete Floors

When you’re an avid wine collector, wine racks don’t always cut it. A wine cellar, on the other hand, can provide ample wine storage within a controlled temperature, and a place to entertain friends. Just add seating and a tasting area to take yours to the next level. You don’t need 500 bottles or more to reap the benefits of a wine cellar, either. A small wine cooler can keep 20-odd bottles chilled to perfection and can sit within your kitchen, whereas a freestanding all-glass wine cellar could act as a feature or functional room divider in your home. Short on space? Transform an entire wall into wine storage, and showcase your collection, too. Browse the photos on Houzz for an array or wine cellar designs, and strike up a conversation with the architect or wine cellar specialist of your favourite picks. For more wine cellar ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

What should I include in my wine cellar?

This depends on the size of your collection – or how big you hope it becomes. If you enjoy quaffing, you may want to invest in a walk-in cooler with wall-mounted wine racks and several tall wine fridges, as well as a tasting area with bar stools. If you’re a beginner or have a small collection, a home bar with mini fridge and wine rack will suffice. Essential bar accessories include wine glasses, corkscrews, carafes and aerators.

How should I store my wine?

Temperature control is at the core of a functional wine cellar. Your bottles need to be kept out of direct sunlight, and away from the heat and steam of kitchen appliances. A room that is too warm will make your wine age faster, oxidise and lose its character and flavour. If bottles are corked, they also need to be laid down. Your architect or designer will be able to help you create the ideal conditions for your home collection.

Where should I position my wine cooler?

The most important thing to consider is ease of access, which is why kitchens are the most common place to position wine coolers. Should you have minimal floor space, a small one could even sit comfortably on your countertop. If quaffing requires an occasion or you frequently host dinner parties, consider your dining room, so you can top up people’s glasses without having to leave the room. You could also make your bar fridge or cooler a destination within your entertainment or games room. There’s no denying that Aussies love to entertain and enjoy a glass or two outdoors, so if you’re lucky enough to have a covered outdoor area, this could be just the place for a cooler, too. Just ensure it doesn’t experience any extreme weather or long periods of direct sunlight.