Chris Snook
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in London with diamond bins and multi-coloured floor.

Kevin Schultz
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Boise with porcelain floors, diamond bins and grey floor.

Blue Hour

Ann Lowengart Interiors

The "blue hour" is that magical time of day when sunlight scatters and the sky becomes a deep shade of blue. For this Mediterranean-style Sea Cliff home from the 1920s, we took our design inspiration from the twilight period that inspired artists and photographers. The living room features moody blues and neutral shades on the main floor. We selected contemporary furnishings and modern art for this active family of five. Upstairs are the bedrooms and a home office, while downstairs, a media room, and wine cellar provide a place for adults and young children to relax and play.

Wine Room

Peace Design

Inspiration for a contemporary wine cellar in Minneapolis with medium hardwood floors and diamond bins.

Blue Coat Lane

Vita Design Group

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in New York with light hardwood floors, diamond bins and brown floor.

Under Stairs Wine Cellar

Valentini's Custom Wine Cellars

The Balboa Island client wanted to convert a small area under the stairs to a wine cellar. We added a small window (dual pane glass) so there was some visual from the living room. Cellar features a LED lighted display row and diamond bins. (P.S. client is now building a new home with a larger cellar!)

Organic Modern Lakehouse

Sane Designs

Federica Carlet
Contemporary wine cellar in New York with diamond bins and brown floor.

West Coast Contemporary Custom Built Home

Wakefield Construction Inc.

Linda Sabiston, First Impressions Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary wine cellar in Vancouver with diamond bins.

Cave à vin sur mesure (Loire)

CAVILUX

Large contemporary wine cellar in Saint-Etienne with terra-cotta floors and diamond bins.

My Work

Atlanta Basements & Decks

Mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Atlanta with porcelain floors and diamond bins.

Stadtvilla

User

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Other with medium hardwood floors, diamond bins and brown floor.

Spray Ave

Groom Construction Co., Inc.

Inspiration for a large contemporary wine cellar in Boston with porcelain floors, diamond bins and brown floor.

Barn Conversion

Dokic Joinery Ltd

Design ideas for a small contemporary wine cellar in Wiltshire with diamond bins and beige floor.

ESTANTERIAS PARA CAVA DE VINOS

Adrados taller de ebanistería

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Other with diamond bins.

Wine Cellars

STONEYARD®

Charles River Wine Cellars is responsible for some amazing multi-room wine cellars. Each space has its own unique attributes and theme. Boston Blend Round, Mosaic, and Square & Rectangular thin stone veneer provided by Stoneyard.com has been used in many of these projects. Visit www.stoneyard.com/crwc for more information, photos, and video.

Wine Room

Realty Restoration, LLC

Christopher Davison, AIA
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Austin with medium hardwood floors and diamond bins.

Basement Extraordinaire

Just Basements

Using both natural brown board and grey board we created this walk in wine cellar as a focal point within the basement. The custom glass panels and center glass door allows this space to be seen at all times while also creating its own dedicated environment. The large-scale light grey tile was installed on the floor throughout the bar area and wine cellar in order to bring a sense of connection between the two spaces.

Blue Hour

Ann Lowengart Interiors

Wine Cellar Ceiling Finishes

Washington Valley Cellars

The smooth plaster finish here, carries through from the wine cellar into the tasting room, creating a bond between the spaces and further enhancing the old oak beams and glass panels separating the two spaces.

Wine Room

D'apostrophe Design, Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in New York with light hardwood floors, diamond bins and beige floor.

Contemporary Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Diamond Bins

When you’re an avid wine collector, wine racks don’t always cut it. A contemporary 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 contemporary wine cellar designs, and strike up a conversation with the architect or wine cellar specialist of your favourite picks. For more contemporary 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 contemporary 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.