Inspiration for a small eclectic single-wall wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback and brown benchtop.

Basement Renovation

D'Aloia Designs

photos by Andrew Pitzer
Design ideas for a large eclectic u-shaped wet bar in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, metal splashback and carpet.

TREE HOUSE

Studio Sven

Inspiration for a small eclectic single-wall home bar in Chicago with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, metal splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Mesa Full Home Remodel

User

Design ideas for a large eclectic single-wall wet bar in Phoenix with an undermount sink, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, orange splashback, metal splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Dawes Basement

Daylight Basement Company

50's Soda Fountain Joint
Mid-sized eclectic galley seated home bar in Atlanta with vinyl floors, multi-coloured floor, a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, terrazzo benchtops and metal splashback.

Under the Sea Bar

J. Elizabeth Interiors

Chas Metivier
Photo of a large eclectic u-shaped seated home bar in Orange County with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback and limestone floors.

Warmth

Modern Kitchen Design

Mark Karrer
Mid-sized eclectic galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, metal splashback and slate floors.

Kitchen Seating- UPHOLSTERED SEATS

Seating Innovations

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic single-wall home bar in Salt Lake City with granite benchtops, metal splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Bayou Lane

Superior Granite

Hamilton Images
Mid-sized eclectic wet bar in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback and porcelain floors.

MSI Verona Gold Pattern Tile

Astro Masonry

Photo of an eclectic home bar in New York with multi-coloured splashback and metal splashback.

Made in Michigan

Meadowlark Design+Build

A custom bar is nestled into the curvature of the stairway. All wood is from the homeowners wood mill in Michigan. Design and Construction by Meadowlark Design + Build. Photography by Jeff Garland. Stair railing by Drew Kyte of Kyte Metalwerks.

Rural Sioux City

Modern Kitchen Design

Mark Karrer DutchMade, Inc. Cabinetry was provided by Modern Kitchen Design. The homeowner supplied all other materials.
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback, slate floors and multi-coloured floor.

Lively Bar ready for entertaining

J. Elizabeth Interiors

Chas Metivier
This is an example of a large eclectic u-shaped seated home bar in Orange County with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback and limestone floors.

MSI Verona Gold Pattern Tile

Astro Masonry

This is an example of an eclectic home bar in New York with multi-coloured splashback and metal splashback.

MSI Verona Gold Pattern Tile

Astro Masonry

This is an example of an eclectic home bar in New York with multi-coloured splashback and metal splashback.

MSI Verona Gold Pattern Tile

Astro Masonry

Inspiration for an eclectic home bar in New York with multi-coloured splashback and metal splashback.

Made in Michigan

Meadowlark Design+Build

A custom bar is nestled into the curvature of the stairway. All wood is from the homeowners wood mill in Michigan. A custom bank of curved drawers and cabinets match the staircase curvature. Design and Construction by Meadowlark Design + Build. Photography by Jeff Garland. Stair railing by Drew Kyte of Kyte Metalwerks.

Eclectic Home Bar Design Ideas with Metal Splashback

A eclectic 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 an eclectic 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 eclectic 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 eclectic 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.