Upper Arlington Whole House renovation 16255

Todd Yarrington
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional galley wet bar in Columbus with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Modern Rustic Kitchen

Julie Westerfield of GrandWest Kitchens and Design

Julie Westerfield Walker Zanger DUQUESA CeramicJasmine Decorative Field : 4 5/8'' x 4 5/8''Finish: Handpainted
Photo of a country home bar in Other with beaded inset cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and ceramic splashback.

Craftsman Delight

12/12 Architects & Planners

This multi-purpose space serves as the Entry from the Garage (primary access for homeowners), Mudroom, and Butler's Pantry. The full-height cabinet provides additional needed storage, as well as broom-closet and pantry space. The gorgeous blue cabinets are paired with the large slate-colored tile on the floor. The countertop is continuous through to the kitchen, through the grocery pass-through to the kitchen counter on the other side of the wall. A coat closed is included, as well.

Pump House

Cantley & Company, Inc.

Photo of a traditional single-wall wet bar in Birmingham with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, wood benchtops, dark hardwood floors, white cabinets and brown benchtop.

Timeless Custom Home in St.Charles

Liston Design Build

Traditional galley wet bar in St Louis with beaded inset cabinets and brown floor.

Washington Crossing, PA

AJ Margulis Interiors

A small bar located off the kitchen, nestled conveniently between the kitchen, dining room and family room. Quartzite countertop, Calcutta marble mosiac backsplash and gold hardware glam the space up.

Lake Oswego Whole House Remodel, Addition, & Outdoor Living

COOPER Design Build

This game room has everything you could ever want! BUILT Photography
This is an example of an expansive transitional galley seated home bar in Portland with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors and multi-coloured benchtop.

Cape Cod, casual and comfortable

Structure Home

Inspiration for a transitional wet bar in Los Angeles with beaded inset cabinets, green cabinets, grey splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Mapleton - Audubon | Stillwater, MN

Creative Homes

Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain floors and stone slab splashback.

Historic Home: Rustic Bar

Artelye Marble & Granite Countertops

Unique finish: Leathered finish
Design ideas for a large country l-shaped seated home bar in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Alvarez Home Bar

B Pila Design Studio

More of a great room featuring study, office, bar and billiards area. Takes on a masculine tone with dark woods and custom built-in millwork. A leaded glass chandelier anchors the multi-use space.

Dorian Custom Wet Bar

That Design Studio

Mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

The farmhouse

Kinsella Kitchens & Baths

Wet bar that doubles as a butler's pantry, located between the dining room and gallery-style hallway to the family room. Guest entry to the dining room is the leaded glass door to left, bar entry at back-bar. With 2 under-counter refrigerators and an icemaker, the trash drawer is located under the sink. Front bar countertop at seats is wood with an antiqued-steel insert to match the island table in the kitchen.

English-Style Basement Pub

Neal's Design Remodel

English-style pub that Her Majesty would be proud of. An authentic bar (straight from England) was the starting point for the design, then the areas beyond that include several vignette-style sitting areas, a den with a rustic fireplace, a wine cellar, a kitchenette, two bathrooms, an even a hidden home gym. Neal's Design Remodel

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.

English-Style Basement Pub

Neal's Design Remodel

Bethesda, MD - Traditional - Bar

Kountry Kraft

Bethesda, Maryland Traditional Bar designed by Kountry Kraft, Inc. http://www.kountrykraft.com/photo-gallery/custom-wet-bar-cabinetry-bethesda-maryland-w94114/

High Drive / South hill

Kimberlee Kristine

Small transitional single-wall wet bar in Seattle with no sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, beige splashback and brown floor.

Custom Bar Rooms

A & K Custom Cabinetry

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall seated home bar in Minneapolis with no sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Historic Home: Rustic Bar

Artelye Marble & Granite Countertops

Unique finish: Leathered finish
This is an example of a large country l-shaped seated home bar in DC Metro with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Beaded Inset 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.