This is an example of a transitional u-shaped wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Basement Bar Design Vienna, VA

Reico Kitchen & Bath

Designed by Samantha Souders of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Springfield, VA in collaboration with ACG Development LLC, this basement wet bar design features Merillat Classic Cabinets in the Fusion slab door style in Maple with a Kona finish. Bar countertops are granite in the color New Bianco Romano. Photos courtesy of BTW Images LLC.

Kitchen Remodel Upper St. Clair

Evalia Design, LLC.

Concealed behind this elegant storage unit is everything you need to host the perfect party! It houses everything from liquor, different types of glass, and small items like wine charms, napkins, corkscrews, etc. The under counter beverage cooler from Sub Zero is a great way to keep various beverages at hand! You can even store snacks and juice boxes for kids so they aren’t under foot after school! Follow us and check out our website's gallery to see the rest of this project and others! Third Shift Photography

Classic Beauty

H.J. Martin and Son

A sophisticated punch of contrast meets classic timelessness. This home features darker hardwood tones and bright natural marble looks with an overall lighter paint pallet. Classic in every sense of the word. Mary Santaga

Extreme Renovation

Young & Borlik Architects, inc.

A home office was converted into a full service sports bar. This room has space to seat 20. It has three televisions, a refrigerated wine room, a fireplace and even a secret door. The countertop is zinc, the ceiling tiles are authentic stamped tin. Behind the counter are taps for two kegs, soda machine, custom ice makers, glass chillers and a full professional service bar. There's a cocktail station with integrated drains, refrigeration drawers, and a dedicated dishwasher. Why leave the house?

Kirkland Kitchen Renovation

Northwest Interiors & Design

WE Studio Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped home bar in Seattle with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, white benchtop, no sink, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Serrano Luxury Drink Bar

Nar Design Group

The upstairs bar/lounge is the perfect spot to hang out and watch the game. Or take a look out on the Serrano golf course. A custom steel raised bar is finished with Dekton trillium countertops for durability and industrial flair. The same lipstick red from the bathroom is brought into the bar space adding a dynamic spice to the space, and tying the two spaces together.

Park Manor

Brent Gibson Classic Home Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Oklahoma City with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, light hardwood floors and shaker cabinets.

Venice

Vicky's Homes

U shaped Entertaining bar with quartz top seats 10. Feature tile wall. Family room area.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Edmonton with louvered cabinets, grey cabinets and grey benchtop.

Caribbean-style in Manhattan Beach

Luke Gibson Photography

Luke Gibson Photography
Inspiration for a beach style u-shaped seated home bar in Los Angeles with dark hardwood floors.

Cherry Project

Studio H Designs, Inc.

Large midcentury u-shaped home bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Strait Lane Home

Sharif & Munir Custom Homes, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Dallas with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Nisswa Modern Lake House

Safe And Sound Home Systems, Inc

Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped seated home bar in Minneapolis with medium hardwood floors, flat-panel cabinets and brown floor.

Preserve Basement Remodel

Ku Interior Design

Wall cabinets were removed to open up the space and make way for open shelving. New countertops, door & drawer fronts, and wood finish on the peninsula complete the revamped bar / kitchen. Copyright -©Teri Fotheringham Photography 2013

Finished Basement Malvern, West Chester, Downingtown, Chester Springs, Wayne, Wy

COCOON

Finished Basement, Diner Booth, Bar Area, Kitchenette, Kitchen, Elevated Bar, Granite Countertops, Cherry Cabinets, Tiled Backsplash, Wet Bar, Slate Flooring, Tiled Floor, Footrest, Bar Height Counter, Built-In Cabinets, Entertainment Unit, Surround Sound, Walk-Out Basement, Kids Play Area, Full Basement Bathroom, Bathroom, Basement Shower, Entertaining Space, Malvern, West Chester, Downingtown, Chester Springs, Wayne, Wynnewood, Glen Mills, Media, Newtown Square, Chadds Ford, Kennett Square, Aston, Berwyn, Frazer, Main Line, Phoenixville,

Custom Design - Casita - MacDonald Highlands

Blue Heron

Photo of an expansive modern u-shaped wet bar in Las Vegas with mirror splashback and grey floor.

Contemporary Home Bar

This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Houston with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, brown floor and grey benchtop.

2018 Hinckley Home

Otero Signature Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern u-shaped seated home bar in Cleveland with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Cherry Creek North Modern

Sanctuary Kitchen and Bath Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped home bar in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Kid-Friendly Basement in Elgin

Advance Design Studio, Ltd.

The large wet bar featuring bar-stool seating, open shelving, and stainless steel appliances in the Elgin basement.
This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Grey U-shaped 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.