Photography by Michael J. Lee
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Lincoln Park - 1922 N. Dayton

Middlefork Development LLC

This six-bedroom home — all with en-suite bathrooms — is a brand new home on one of Lincoln Park's most desirable streets. The neo-Georgian, brick and limestone façade features well-crafted detailing both inside and out. The lower recreation level is expansive, with 9-foot ceilings throughout. The first floor houses elegant living and dining areas, as well as a large kitchen with attached great room, and the second floor holds an expansive master suite with a spa bath and vast walk-in closets. A grand, elliptical staircase ascends throughout the home, concluding in a sunlit penthouse providing access to an expansive roof deck and sweeping views of the city.. Nathan Kirkman

MODERN BELGIAN FARMHOUSE, CONNECTICUT

Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.

Jane Beiles
Small transitional single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, mirror splashback and travertine floors.

Butlers Pantry

Karp Associates Inc.

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped wet bar in Other with mirror splashback, an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Pub

Rigsby Builders Inc.

An English pub and game room await the company of family and friends in the walkout basement. Directly behind the pub is a summer kitchen that is fully equipped with modern appliances necessary to entertain at all levels.

Traditional/Country/Blue

BROOKVILLE CABINET & DESIGN

Photo of a small traditional single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Lilac Lane Transitional

Karyn Dismore Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, mirror splashback, travertine floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Horseshoe Trail

The Art of Building

Design ideas for a midcentury single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Custom Bar

Realty Design Associates, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Sacramento with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Uptown Brownstone 2

Mowery Marsh Architects LLC

A fresh and inviting bar space was added to the basement level to offer a lovely spot to entertain next to the Media Room. A mirrored backsplash with steel & glass shelving, and discreet LED lighting brighten this space that otherwise been dark at the lower level. Photo Credit: Blackstock Photography

Rye Beach Shingle

VanderHorn Architects

Set against the shiplap paneling of the recreation room walls, an L-shaped rift-sawn mahogany wet bar curves statuesquely into the hall accommodating a resort-like service station between the counter and glass-and-mirror-shelved hutch that any mixologist could get behind. James Merrell Photography

Traditional Eclectic

Charleston Building and Development

Rolfe Hokanson
Photo of a mid-sized eclectic l-shaped wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Meadow Ridge Modern Remodel

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Nor-Son Custom Builders Alyssa Lee Photography
Photo of an expansive transitional wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Family Rm, Kitchen, Rec Rm & Screened Porch Addition

Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC

Chris Marshall
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, limestone floors and mirror splashback.

Karen & Mike

The Cabinetry

Photography by Tara L. Callow
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Denny Blaine Modern Remodel

H2D Architecture + Design

This hidden wetbar is tucked between the living and dining rooms. When the hidden door is open, the wetbar is revealed with a small sink, custom built storage, and shelves for storage. Design by: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Built by: GT Residential Photos by: Nathaniel Willson Photography

Palm Beach Bungalow

Leandra Fremont-Smith Interiors

Photo of a beach style single-wall wet bar in Miami with an undermount sink, orange cabinets, mirror splashback and white benchtop.

Transitional Ranch Home

Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.

Martin Mann
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley seated home bar in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Springs Contemporary

Angela Otten - Inspire Kitchen Design Studio

Emily Minton Redfield; EMR Photography
This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and mirror splashback.

BOLD BESPOKE BASEMENT BAR

Design Wise Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern l-shaped home bar in Ottawa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mirror splashback, vinyl floors, black floor and white benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with an Undermount Sink and Mirror 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.