The open floor plan allows for movement throughout each individual space while still maintaining each's distinction. Photo Credit: Tom Graham
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Friar Tuck Home

Dark Horse Woodworks

Rift Sawn Oak Bar Photos - Jennifer Kesler Photography
Design ideas for a large modern single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with medium hardwood floors, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, an undermount sink, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, brown floor and quartzite benchtops.

Sierra De Monserat Transitional Mediterranean

Donald Joseph Inc.

Wonderful house bar done by Donald Joseph Inc. Arteriors Pendant,sleek cabinet design with floating shelves. Viewing one of the fantastic olive trees we planted on the property. An example of some of our beautiful interior architecture and design work.

Basement Finishing/Remodeling Bethesda 3, MD

BasementRemodeling.com

A well balanced colors between backsplash and cabinetry.
Photo of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, carpet, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Mill Pond Road - Show Garage

Betsy Bassett Interiors

This is an example of a large contemporary galley wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, timber splashback, ceramic floors, brown floor, light wood cabinets, brown splashback and white benchtop.

Great Falls Grandeur

KohlMark Architects and Builders

Inspiration for a modern galley wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, porcelain floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Eliza and Mike

AHG Interiors

Nick Glimenakis
Mid-sized midcentury u-shaped seated home bar in New York with an undermount sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, mirror splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

The Gables

Vision Interiors

The best of the past and present meet in this distinguished design. Custom craftsmanship and distinctive detailing give this lakefront residence its vintage flavor while an open and light-filled floor plan clearly mark it as contemporary. With its interesting shingled roof lines, abundant windows with decorative brackets and welcoming porch, the exterior takes in surrounding views while the interior meets and exceeds contemporary expectations of ease and comfort. The main level features almost 3,000 square feet of open living, from the charming entry with multiple window seats and built-in benches to the central 15 by 22-foot kitchen, 22 by 18-foot living room with fireplace and adjacent dining and a relaxing, almost 300-square-foot screened-in porch. Nearby is a private sitting room and a 14 by 15-foot master bedroom with built-ins and a spa-style double-sink bath with a beautiful barrel-vaulted ceiling. The main level also includes a work room and first floor laundry, while the 2,165-square-foot second level includes three bedroom suites, a loft and a separate 966-square-foot guest quarters with private living area, kitchen and bedroom. Rounding out the offerings is the 1,960-square-foot lower level, where you can rest and recuperate in the sauna after a workout in your nearby exercise room. Also featured is a 21 by 18-family room, a 14 by 17-square-foot home theater, and an 11 by 12-foot guest bedroom suite. Photography: Ashley Avila Photography & Fulview Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Design: Vision Interiors by Visbeen

Avalon Painting & Fine Finishes

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Phoenix with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Northshore MA Whole House Remodel Kitchen Bar

Howell Custom Building Group

This expansive kitchen space features a cooking area with island, a breakfast nook, a sitting area, and a lounge area overlooking the lake, creating an integrated work/play/dine gathering space for a large family. The homeowner wanted to keep the space fairly neutral and efficient as well as reflect the lakeside location, without being overly nautical. White oak and quartzite bar repeats the materials used on the expansive kitchen island in the cooking area of this room. A built-in end panel conceals Sub-zero fridge and freezer drawers.

MidCentury Renovation

Sashya Thind

Contemporary single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Modern sophisticate bar

Petoskey Kitchen and Bath - Designs By Dawn

Mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, concrete floors, white floor and black benchtop.

Family Condo

Melody Smith Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Miami with an undermount sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Prairie Luxury

Redl World Class Kitchens

Design - Atmosphere Interior Design
Design ideas for a large contemporary seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, white splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor, black benchtop and open cabinets.

Turkey Farm

Akar ARchiTecture

Farshid Assassi
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall home bar in Cedar Rapids with an undermount sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, marble floors and black floor.

New York Contemporary Makeover

Interiors by Marcia Philipp

Jonathan Beach Photograpy
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, metal splashback and grey floor.

Custom Home Bars

Scott Arthur Millwork & Cabinetry Ltd

Wood grain melamine bar with black lacquered floating shelves and recessed under cabinet lighting.
Modern single-wall home bar in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metal splashback and white benchtop.

Las Lomas Remodel

McCollum Studio Architects

This is an example of a small transitional galley wet bar in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Teton Springs 3 Fairway

With the Grain, LLC.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, light wood cabinets, raised-panel cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback and timber splashback.

Seawind Cottage

Citta Group

Inspiration for a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, white splashback and orange benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with an Undermount Sink and Light 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.