Pretty jewel box home bar made from a coat closet space.
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback and black benchtop.

Sharon Contemporary

Keri Murray Architecture

This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Chimney Rock Road Estate

PureHaven Homes

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Blanco

Modern General Contractor

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lake Mendota Custom Home

Bella Domicile

S. Wolf Photography Lakeshore Living Magazine
Photo of a mid-sized country galley wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Gold Coast, Mid Century Touch

Georgia Zikas Design

Classic shapes, a good flow imbued with plenty of lifestyle to suit this family — indoors and out.
Transitional single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, white splashback, grey benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and marble benchtops.

Brooks Brothers Cabinetry- Signature Golf Point

Brooks Brothers Cabinetry

Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, grey splashback, black floor and white benchtop.

Custom Closets

Closet Envy

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kapple Project

Bearded Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback and light hardwood floors.

Dalson

Rallis Construction LLC

Mid-sized country galley home bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, brick splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Entertainment Bar

Room Resolutions

Executive wine bar created with our CEO in mind. Masculine features in color and wood with custom cabinetry, glass & marble backsplash and topped off with Cambria on the counter. Floating shelves offer display for accessories and the array of stemware invite one to step up for a pour. Photography by Lydia Cutter

Dolphin Terrace | Irvine Terrace, Newport Beach, CA

Prime Time Coastal Development, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback and porcelain floors.

Holladay, Utah Residence

European Marble & Granite

European Marble and Granite
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain floors and white floor.

Castlebay Home

Ellecor Design & Gifts by Haden Long

Design ideas for a large midcentury single-wall seated home bar in Other with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors and an undermount sink.

NEW CANAAN, CT - Tapestry Bar

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

A client was eager to turn a dated built-in unit into a sophisticated, entertaining space that was highly functional. The gunmetal open shelving unit with integrated LED lighting in the horizontal bars makes a bold design statement. Twin cabinetry columns with seeded glass fronts and interior lighting provide ample storage for spirits and glassware, while lower cabinets seamlessly conceal beverage drawers and a wine refrigeration unit. The modern, frameless slab cabinetry is accented by unlaquered brass hardware, with subtle ribbing adding texture. The marble countertop is backed by a 10" high marble backsplash that blends into the faux finish painted to seamlessly match the striking stone. A memorable design element is the circular, burnished nickel sink with satin brass ring detailing.

The Club at Ravenna- Dante Project, Littleton, CO

Haven Design and Construction

This home's basement gameroom features a kitchenette/ bar with a beverage fridge, an under counter microwave and a full-sized sink. Open shelves above allow for easy access to plates, drinking glasses and coffee cups. Ample counter space leaves room for a serving bar or for a popcorn maker on movie nights. The expansive tile backsplash features gold metal accents that catch the light from the nearby stairwell.

Beverly Hills Modern

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

A stunning Basement Home Bar and Wine Room, complete with a Wet Bar and Curved Island with seating for 5. Beautiful glass teardrop shaped pendants cascade from the back wall.

Wayzata Lifestyle Property

MATRIARCH DESIGN

Photo of a contemporary wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Wimbleton

La Marco Homes

Simple but stylish single wall bar.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Detroit with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback and grey benchtop.

M + T Home

Taylor + Taylor

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, dark hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with an Undermount Sink and Flat-panel 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.