Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, white floor and white benchtop.

Malibu project

Polaris Development & Construction, Inc.

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, quartzite benchtops and white floor.

Big House on the Prairie

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes

Rodwin Architecture & Skycastle Homes Location: Boulder, Colorado, USA Interior design, space planning and architectural details converge thoughtfully in this transformative project. A 15-year old, 9,000 sf. home with generic interior finishes and odd layout needed bold, modern, fun and highly functional transformation for a large bustling family. To redefine the soul of this home, texture and light were given primary consideration. Elegant contemporary finishes, a warm color palette and dramatic lighting defined modern style throughout. A cascading chandelier by Stone Lighting in the entry makes a strong entry statement. Walls were removed to allow the kitchen/great/dining room to become a vibrant social center. A minimalist design approach is the perfect backdrop for the diverse art collection. Yet, the home is still highly functional for the entire family. We added windows, fireplaces, water features, and extended the home out to an expansive patio and yard. The cavernous beige basement became an entertaining mecca, with a glowing modern wine-room, full bar, media room, arcade, billiards room and professional gym. Bathrooms were all designed with personality and craftsmanship, featuring unique tiles, floating wood vanities and striking lighting. This project was a 50/50 collaboration between Rodwin Architecture and Kimball Modern

Clifftop Glass House

Organizzi

White cabinetry. Pool Bar. Gas strut window. White wood-look tiles. Black kitchen.
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall wet bar in Auckland with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Privé Model Unit

Interiors by Steven G

Barry Grossman Photography
Contemporary seated home bar in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white floor and white benchtop.

Westlake Village

CMF Homebuilders

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Los Angeles with solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, porcelain floors and white floor.

Recent Projects

CRAVTSMAN

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley seated home bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, ceramic floors and white floor.

Stonehurst- Bradford Custom Homes

Richmond Real Estate Associates, Ltd

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Richmond with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, marble floors, white floor and brown benchtop.

Design Home Philadelphia 2014

Colonial Marble and Granite

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, marble floors, white floor and recessed-panel cabinets.

Bonita Bay, FL Contemporary Kitchen Remodel

Progressive Design Build

Wet bar with a striking sandbar iridescent glass backsplash with 2x8 Oceanside Casa California dimensional tile.
Inspiration for a small contemporary wet bar in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, marble floors, white floor and beige benchtop.

Private Residence - West Vancouver

Inform Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets and white floor.

Bel Air Interior Renovation

MJ Home Development

Large contemporary galley seated home bar in Los Angeles with open cabinets, grey splashback, porcelain splashback and white floor.

Nelson Wine Cellar

Renaissance GSB

This Space is complemented with a Renaissance GSB wine cellar enclosure. Our Revival line has minimalist lines, a multipoint lock and insulated glass to provide premium protection for your wine collection. Learn more about our products at www.rgsbronze.com

Ebony and Ivory

Kitchen Distributors, Inc-Arkansas

This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, white floor and black benchtop.

Liberty Estates Townhomes

Abitare Design Studio, LLC

Basement Family Room and Wet Bar of a New Construction Townhome
Large contemporary single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with porcelain floors, white floor, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, granite benchtops and grey cabinets.

Marina Penthouse

Designer Kitchens LA

Photo of an expansive contemporary u-shaped home bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, porcelain floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Natalie Mor Design

Natalie Mor Design, Decor & Staging

Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Los Angeles with stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain floors and white floor.

Contemporary Kitchen & Family Room - Hamptons Woodfield Country Club

NMB Custom Homes & Renovations

Enjoy at drink at this creatively designed bar of walnut and white lacquer. The floating ceiling is shaped to mirror the bar and backlit to highlight. Onyx countertops pull the colors all together.

Musayeff House

lilienthal studios

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Miami with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, porcelain floors and white floor.

Topaz - Bar - The Bluffs

Blue Heron

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Las Vegas with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, glass sheet splashback, porcelain floors, white floor and black benchtop.

Contemporary Home Bar Design Ideas with White Floor

A contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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.