Secluded in the City | West Linn Custom Home

Entertain in style with a versatile built-in coffee bar area. The cherry shaker cabinets and sleek white quartz countertops work for casual coffee mornings and evening cocktail parties.

Margate

J&L Designs

Paul S. Bartholomew
Design ideas for an expansive midcentury single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback and porcelain floors.

Colorado I

Cortina & Käll

Francisco Cortina / Raquel Hernández
This is an example of an expansive modern home bar with no sink, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Bar

Kylie Sargent

Home Bar
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary galley seated home bar in Geelong with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, timber splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Palm Royale, Sugar Land, TX

Twenty-Two Fifty Interiors

Photography by Wade Blissard
Inspiration for an expansive transitional seated home bar in Houston with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and carpet.

Bar Tops

Marblex Design International, Inc.

Morgan Howarth Photography
Photo of an expansive contemporary galley seated home bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and stone slab splashback.

34- Draper, Utah Residence

Masterpiece Millwork & Door

Joshua Caldwell
Design ideas for an expansive country u-shaped wet bar in Salt Lake City with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, grey floor and brown benchtop.

European Luxury

Catherine Caporaso, ASID

Bottle Storage on Wires, Display Shelf, etc.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley home bar in Miami with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback, marble floors and white floor.

Rye Beach Shingle

VanderHorn Architects

Set against the shiplap paneling of the recreation room walls, an L-shaped rift-sawn mahogany wet bar curves statuesquely into the hall accommodating a resort-like service station between the counter and glass-and-mirror-shelved hutch that any mixologist could get behind. James Merrell Photography

Historic New York City Townhouse Wet Bar – Major Renovation

Brian O'Keefe Architect, P.C.

The mahogany wood paneling in the Wet Bar has been French polished by hand to create a visibly stunning finish that is also wonderful to touch. Historic New York City Townhouse | Renovation by Brian O'Keefe Architect, PC, with Interior Design by Richard Keith Langham

Westgate Hardwoods Millwork

Westgate Hardwoods + Old Durham Floors

Photo of an expansive traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Other with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown benchtop.

Elliott Residence

Margaret Lynn, AIA

Interior bar overlooking the patio/pool/golf course. Photo by Jim Bartsch.
Expansive mediterranean u-shaped seated home bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, travertine floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Cochran Chapel

Robert Elliott Custom Homes

Nathan Schroder Photography BK Design Studio
Inspiration for an expansive traditional galley wet bar in Dallas with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors and mirror splashback.

Pub Style Home Bar

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Stunning back bar was retro-fitted for modern appliances. Center island features a trough sink & appliances for entertaining.
Inspiration for an expansive arts and crafts u-shaped seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors, white floor and black benchtop.

Bar

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

We love this mansion's home bar featuring vaulted ceilings, custom windows, and stone countertops.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback and ceramic floors.

South Florida Oceanfront Mansion

Bravas Boca Raton

Traditional beachfront living with luxury home automation bar and wine room.
Inspiration for an expansive transitional single-wall wet bar in Miami with medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, mirror splashback and beige benchtop.

Multi-Cook Entertaining Kitchen (HBA Excellence Award)

Diane Plesset, CMKBD, NCIDQ, C.A.P.S.

Remodeled butler's pantry adjacent to kitchen and dining room. Custom cabinets, integrated ice maker. Inspired Imagery Photography
Expansive traditional u-shaped home bar in Portland with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, yellow splashback, stone tile splashback, yellow floor, yellow benchtop and travertine floors.

Woodley Park Living Areas Renovations

Jordan Design-Build Group

The owners engaged us to conduct a full house renovation to bring this historic stone mansion back to its former glory. One of the highest priorities was updating the main floor’s more public spaces which serve as the diplomat's primary representation areas where special events are hosted. Worn wall-to-wall carpet was removed revealing original oak hardwood floors that were sanded and refinished with an Early American stain. Great attention to detail was given to the selection, customization and installation of new drapes, carpets and runners all of which had to complement the home’s existing antique furniture. The striking red runner gives new life to the grand hall and winding staircase and makes quite an impression upon entering the property. New ceilings, medallions, chandeliers and a fresh coat of paint elevate the spaces to their fullest potential. A customized bar was added to an adjoining sunroom that serves as spillover space for formal events and a more intimate setting for casual gatherings.

Cliffs at Glassy - H.S. - Pub Bar Seating 2

Banner's Cabinets

This is a custom-designed banquette seat with storage behind the raised-panel doors (which are on touch-catches). The seating is accented by plinths and paneled columns and has space for the owner to display a few sculptures.

Modern Kitchen | Rutt Cabinetry | Metro Cabinet Company

Rutt Quality Cabinetry

This open concept modern kitchen features an oversized t-shaped island that seats 6 along with a wet bar area and dining nook. Customization include glass front cabinet doors, pull-outs for beverages, and convenient drawer dividers. DOOR: Vicenza (perimeter) | Lucerne (island, wet bar) WOOD SPECIES: Paint Grade (perimeter) | Tineo w/ horizontal grain match (island, wet bar) FINISH: Sparkling White High-Gloss Acrylic (perimeter) | Natural Stain High-Gloss Acrylic (island, wet bar) design by Metro Cabinet Company | photos by EMRC

Expansive Home Bar Design Ideas with Medium Wood Cabinets

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.