The client had a finished basement space that was not functioning for the entire family. He spent a lot of time in his gym, which was not large enough to accommodate all his equipment and did not offer adequate space for aerobic activities. To appeal to the client's entertaining habits, a bar, gaming area, and proper theater screen needed to be added. There were some ceiling and lolly column restraints that would play a significant role in the layout of our new design, but the Gramophone Team was able to create a space in which every detail appeared to be there from the beginning. Rustic wood columns and rafters, weathered brick, and an exposed metal support beam all add to this design effect becoming real. Maryland Photography Inc.

Bright and Comfortable

Atlas Custom Cabinets Ltd

Inspiration for an expansive contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mirror splashback and grey floor.

Arden Heights Mansion

Annmarie Ruta Interiors LLC

This is an example of an expansive traditional home bar in Miami.

Norton Commons

Just 4 You, LLC

Mike Tuell
Expansive transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Louisville with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

M I T C H E L T O N

User

Prime Pixels Photography
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary home bar in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, white cabinets, black splashback, stone slab splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Waukesha Lower Level Bar - New Home Construction

Stone Dimensions

Regency Builders
Expansive modern home bar in Milwaukee.

Windermere Tuscan

Brannon Construction Company

Design ideas for an expansive country single-wall seated home bar in Orlando with an undermount sink and dark hardwood floors.

Simonton - Traditional Estate

Visbeen Architects

Builder: Stevens Associates Builders Interior Designer: Pleats Interior Design Photographer: Bill Hebert A home this stately could be found nestled comfortably in the English countryside. The “Simonton” boasts a stone façade, towering rooflines, and graceful arches. Sprawling across the property, the home features a separate wing for the main level master suite. The interior focal point is the dramatic dining room, which faces the front of the house and opens out onto the front porch. The study, large family room and back patio offer additional gathering places, along with the kitchen’s island and table seating. Three bedroom suites fill the upper level, each with a private bathroom. Two loft areas open to the floor below, giving the home a grand, spacious atmosphere.

Home Bar

Simply Baths & Kitchens

A wine cellar, full bar, entertainment center, home gym and bathroom were all added during this extensive basement remodel. The end result is a stylish space that meets every need and is perfect for entertaining and wowing guests.

Stollery Mighty Millions Showhome

Home Theatre Solutions

Stollery Mighty Millions Showhome
This is an example of an expansive modern home bar in Edmonton with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and quartzite benchtops.

Mt. Washington

Hendolhurst Homes Inc.

Ryan E Swierczynski
Design ideas for an expansive modern home bar in Other.

Garnet

Surrina Plemons Interiors

Paul Keitz Photography
Photo of an expansive country home bar in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, copper benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

The Bellamonte by GC Luxury Homes

Covington Homes

Bob Bloch
Photo of an expansive transitional home bar in Denver.

Houston Modern Luxury

The Arrangement

Michael Hunter
Design ideas for an expansive country home bar in Houston.

Morristown, NJ - Traditional U-shaped Kitchen

US Kitchens & Baths

This home bar was built in an addition and offers a 2-tiered seating/dining island, covered appliances, a flyover with lighting, crown and base with egg & dart molding. Rob Rasmussen

Studley Bar-family room

Balducci Additions & Remodeling

Stan Sweeney
Expansive transitional home bar in Richmond.

Additions- Home Remodeling

DESBUILD CONSTRUCTION INC

Finish off your basement and make it a relaxing and fun place for you and your family or make it your man-cave. Billiards room, home bar, theatre room, you name it. All the bells and whistles constructed with the highest quality products with your budget in mind.

Updated Farmhouse

Wills Milling & Hardwoods

The bar is very stylish and convenient. The wine rack not only stores the wine bottles, but the wood rails on the bottom hold the stemware. Using a bright wall color and lighter countertop prevent the dark cabinets from looking too dark. The ample lighting and warm toned flooring helps pull out the grain variation in the cherry cabinets.

Home Bar

Simply Baths & Kitchens

Sumner County Elegant Lake House Renovation

Alvis Remodeling

Design ideas for an expansive traditional u-shaped home bar in Nashville with raised-panel cabinets.

Expansive Home Bar Design Ideas

A 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 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 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 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.