This is an example of a transitional single-wall wet bar in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Warm and Cozy Lower Level

Lark Interior Design

David Frechette
Photo of a transitional galley seated home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Fayetteville, GA

John Bynum Custom Homes, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Basement Bar Remodel, Peoria, Illinois

Scott Lewis Homes

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback and ceramic floors.

New Farmhouse - Lower Level Wet Bar

DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.

Lower Level Wet Bar
Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Project Hunt Club

Karen Berkemeyer Home

This is an example of a large transitional galley wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Universal Design Challenge in a Period Victorian Style Kitchen & Home

Clawson Cabinets

It has been dubbed the "Scullery Area" and is part Butler's Pantry/Part Wet Par/Part Coffee station. It provides a second sink and dishwasher for clean up after larger family events and the pocket doors and lift doors provide storage at counter level and a way to hide the various countertop appliances that are necessary but not always the most glamorous. The coffee and tea station holds everything you need with easy access to the family room and refrigerator. It promotes a welcoming help yourself as well as self-sufficiency among family, friends and guests.

Aberdeen Grove

Jenny Martin Design

Joshua Lawrence
Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Red Ledges (Oquirrh Mountain Drive)

Timberidge Custom Homes

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, carpet and recessed-panel cabinets.

Steampunk Wetbar in Alexandria, VA

Trim Spaces

Mid-sized industrial single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback and light hardwood floors.

Beautiful Reston Home First Floor Remodel

Michael Nash Design, Build & Homes

Design ideas for a transitional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with granite benchtops, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, grey floor, an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and white benchtop.

Spanish style, Palos Verdes Estates

Melanie Giolitti Interior Design

Photography by John Lichtwarft
This is an example of a large mediterranean wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, concrete floors, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Irish Pub

R|House Design Build

Tin ceilings, copper sink with copper accent blacksplash, built-in dart board with barn doors!
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Grayhawk Group Custom Homes Model in St. Louis

Wilson Lighting

This is an example of a mid-sized country u-shaped seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Basement Bar

Second Wind Interior Design

Custom made home bar with black penny tile backsplash, nero marquina black quartz countertop, and white oak cabinetry. Floors are vinyl plank in a rustic finish. Modern lighting pendants and back wall sconces add high style as well as function in this basement party space.

Bellevue Home

Jordan Valente Construction LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley wet bar in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Luxury Lake Home

Zawadski Homes Inc.

Lower level wet bar.
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Walnut Wet Bar

Scott Arthur Millwork & Cabinetry Ltd

Walnut wet bar with granite countertops, walnut floating shelves, tile back splash, gold brushed lighting, matte black sink and hardware.
Inspiration for a contemporary galley wet bar in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Beautiful bars of Belle Meade

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped wet bar in Nashville with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Spanish Bar

Beach Kitchens, LLC

Brookhaven Cabinetry
Photo of a mediterranean single-wall home bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and ceramic splashback.

Home Bar Design Ideas with an Undermount Sink and Ceramic Splashback

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.