Luxury and 'man-cave-feeling' custom bar within basement of luxury new home build
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley wet bar in Sydney with an integrated sink, marble benchtops, glass sheet splashback, terra-cotta floors, white floor and beige benchtop.

Wabi Sabi

Astratto Design

Embarking on the design journey of Wabi Sabi Refuge, I immersed myself in the profound quest for tranquility and harmony. This project became a testament to the pursuit of a tranquil haven that stirs a deep sense of calm within. Guided by the essence of wabi-sabi, my intention was to curate Wabi Sabi Refuge as a sacred space that nurtures an ethereal atmosphere, summoning a sincere connection with the surrounding world. Deliberate choices of muted hues and minimalist elements foster an environment of uncluttered serenity, encouraging introspection and contemplation. Embracing the innate imperfections and distinctive qualities of the carefully selected materials and objects added an exquisite touch of organic allure, instilling an authentic reverence for the beauty inherent in nature's creations. Wabi Sabi Refuge serves as a sanctuary, an evocative invitation for visitors to embrace the sublime simplicity, find solace in the imperfect, and uncover the profound and tranquil beauty that wabi-sabi unveils.

Ultimate Basement Transformation

Dover Home Remodelers

Custom wet bar with wine storage and a cultured stone façade.
This is an example of a large country galley wet bar in Cleveland with beige floor, red cabinets and beige benchtop.

Basement Transformation

La Bella Casa Interior Designs

This 1600+ square foot basement was a diamond in the rough. We were tasked with keeping farmhouse elements in the design plan while implementing industrial elements. The client requested the space include a gym, ample seating and viewing area for movies, a full bar , banquette seating as well as area for their gaming tables - shuffleboard, pool table and ping pong. By shifting two support columns we were able to bury one in the powder room wall and implement two in the custom design of the bar. Custom finishes are provided throughout the space to complete this entertainers dream.

Butler's Pantry

Meyer Design

Modern Farmhouse Butler's Pantry with walk thru bar
This is an example of a country galley home bar in Chicago with an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, white floor and beige benchtop.

GR Residence

TANGRAM

This is an example of a contemporary galley home bar in Bengaluru with beige splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Gull Lake 1 - Bar

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Photo of a large traditional galley seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, louvered cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, slate splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Awkward Office to Beautiful Bar

Boxwood Design Co

We turned a long awkward office space into a home bar for the homeowners to entertain in.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country galley seated home bar in Other with no sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, vinyl floors, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Bertch Kitchen Cabinetry

Woodhill Supply, Inc.

Design ideas for a traditional galley wet bar in Cleveland with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback, ceramic floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Tequesta Remodel

Letendre Custom Woodworks, Inc.

Photo of a transitional galley seated home bar in Miami with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Needham II

Michelle Markert Interiors

Needham Spec House. Wet Bar: Wet Bar cabinets Schrock with Yale appliances. Quartz counter selected by BUYER. Blue subway staggered joint backsplash. Trim color Benjamin Moore Chantilly Lace. Shaws flooring Empire Oak in Vanderbilt finish selected by BUYER. Wall color and lights provided by BUYER. Photography by Sheryl Kalis. Construction by Veatch Property Development.

Design-Build Open Concept Whole House Remodel

The Cleary Company

Cambria quartz countertops, custom cabinets, tile backsplash, floating shelves, shiplap detail on bar front
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley wet bar in Columbus with shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, beige benchtop, grey cabinets, an undermount sink, vinyl floors and grey floor.

Movie and Bar Basement

Harbour Towne Construction

This rustic basement bar and tv room invites any guest to kick up their feet and enjoy!
Small country galley seated home bar in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, beige floor and beige benchtop.

French Traditional

Atwood Custom Homes

Photo of a large traditional galley wet bar in Dallas with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, carpet, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Southern Transitional Home in Greenville, SC

Tindall Architecture Workshop

This is an example of a large transitional galley wet bar in Other with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, light hardwood floors and beige benchtop.

Mens' Bar

Peruri Design Company

Photo of a mid-sized eclectic galley seated home bar in San Francisco with dark wood cabinets, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, carpet, beige floor, beige benchtop and mirror splashback.

Basement Transformation

La Bella Casa Interior Designs

Mid century vibes

Stock Dutch Design

Photo of a midcentury galley home bar in Amsterdam with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Queen Ann Shingle

Lowell Custom Homes

LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES Lake Geneva, WI., - This Queen Ann Shingle is a very special place for family and friends to gather. Designed with distinctive New England character this home generates warm welcoming feelings and a relaxed approach to entertaining.

Pantry

The Tuckerman Home Group

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley home bar in Columbus with no sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, engineered quartz splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Galley Home Bar Design Ideas with Beige Benchtop

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.