Photo of a contemporary galley seated home bar in Miami with glass-front cabinets and dark wood cabinets.

S.I.D.Ltd.

Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Hong Kong with flat-panel cabinets, white splashback and white cabinets.

Suwanee Basement

Infinite Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Venice

Vicky's Homes

U shaped Entertaining bar with quartz top seats 10. Feature tile wall. Family room area.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Edmonton with louvered cabinets, grey cabinets and grey benchtop.

Modern Beach House

Perkin Design Interiors

Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, white cabinets and blue splashback.

Hermosa Beach Residence

Carte Blanche Studio

The beach level bar has windows looking into the deep end of the pool and a glowing bartop made of think glass. Kim Pritchard Photography
Photo of an expansive contemporary seated home bar in Los Angeles with dark wood cabinets, glass benchtops, brown floor, dark hardwood floors, blue benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

Lush Luminescence

JAQUE

Spacecrafting
Photo of a contemporary seated home bar in Minneapolis with multi-coloured splashback and flat-panel cabinets.

Red Butte

Aspen Design Room

Media, game room and bar
This is an example of a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Modern Northwoods Residence

Amy Carman Design

Details of the lower level in our Modern Northwoods Cabin project. The long zinc bar, perforated steel cabinets, modern camp decor, and plush leather furnishings create the perfect space for family and friends to gather while vacationing in the Northwoods.

Residence PrakashKasturi

Contours The Design Company

This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Mumbai with dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops and green splashback.

Espresso Basement Bar Ofallon MO

Pro Basement Inc.

Larry Otte
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops and porcelain floors.

TRESARCA

DESIGNLUSH

Photo: Bill Timmerman + Zack Hussain Blurring of the line between inside and out has been established throughout this home. Space is not determined by the enclosure but through the idea of space extending past perceived barriers into an expanded form of living indoors and out. Even in this harsh environment, one is able to enjoy this concept through the development of exterior courts which are designed to shade and protect. Reminiscent of the crevices found in our rock formations where one often finds an oasis of life in this environment. DL featured product: DL custom rugs including sculpted Patagonian sheepskin, wool / silk custom graphics and champagne silk galaxy. Custom 11′ live-edge laurel slabwood bench, Trigo bronze smoked acrylic + crocodile embossed leather barstools, polished stainless steel outdoor Pantera bench, special commissioned steel sculpture, metallic leather True Love lounge chair, blackened steel + micro-slab console and fiberglass pool lounges.

Designer Showhouse 2021

MARGARITA BRAVO

Our Miami studio’s designs for the lounge, bar area, and powder room for the Home & Garden 2021 Designer Showhouse feature unique, eclectic pieces from our SORELLA furniture line, MB Home Collection, and louis + rocco home décor styling rental business. The lounge boasts a light, sunlit look with gray accents and an edgy metal pendant. One-of-a-kind highlights include a beautiful MARIA LAURA table from our SORELLA furniture line and a distinct piano bench we designed. A minimal shower and gold statement light give the powder room a sleek look. --- Project designed by Miami interior designer Margarita Bravo. She serves Miami as well as surrounding areas such as Coconut Grove, Key Biscayne, Miami Beach, North Miami Beach, and Hallandale Beach. For more about MARGARITA BRAVO, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/portfolio/denver-2021-designer-showhouse/

Ultra Modern, complete remodel

Design by Sasha

Home bar with walk in wine cooler, custom pendant lighting
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley seated home bar in Las Vegas with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback and black benchtop.

Multifunctional Contemporary Basement

Pascucci Marble and Granite

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Custom Bar Project Gallery

Aspekt7 Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Other with dark hardwood floors, brown floor, no sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops and black benchtop.

Brammer Project

Outdoor Artisan, Inc.

Photos by: Bruce Saunders with Connectivity Group, Inc.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Charlotte with solid surface benchtops.

Basement Bar with Wood Flooring and a Stone Accent Wall

Worthington Design & Remodeling

Cabinetry in a Mink finish was used for the bar cabinets and media built-ins. Ledge stone was used for the bar backsplash, bar wall and fireplace surround to create consistency throughout the basement. Photo Credit: Chris Whonsetler

Eastmont, West Vancouver

Raveninside

Inspiration for a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Brighton East Home - Ensuite, bedroom, robe

smarterBATHROOMS+

The design of the space was influenced by two main things: The first being the style of the original home which had references towards a “Palm Springs” style of the 60’s and early 70’s and the second influence was the marble selected by our clients.

Contemporary Seated Home Bar Design Ideas

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.