Removed built-in cabinets on either side of wall; removed small bar area between walls; rebuilt wall between formal and informal dining areas, opening up walkway. Added wine and coffee bar, upper and lower cabinets, quartzite counter to match kitchen. Painted cabinets to match kitchen. Added hardware to match kitchen. Replace floor to match existing.

Dayton Lodge

Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.

Basement bar for entrainment and kid friendly for birthday parties and more! Barn wood accents and cabinets along with blue fridge for a splash of color!

Coffee Bar Area

Arborwood Construction, Inc.

Inspiration for an expansive country u-shaped home bar in Houston with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, stainless steel benchtops and beige splashback.

Bars

Julie Graf, One of a Kind Design

This is an example of a small country single-wall seated home bar in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets and quartz benchtops.

Ultimate Basement Man Cave Renovation

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

Gardner/Fox created this clients' ultimate man cave! What began as an unfinished basement is now 2,250 sq. ft. of rustic modern inspired joy! The different amenities in this space include a wet bar, poker, billiards, foosball, entertainment area, 3/4 bath, sauna, home gym, wine wall, and last but certainly not least, a golf simulator. To create a harmonious rustic modern look the design includes reclaimed barnwood, matte black accents, and modern light fixtures throughout the space.

Post Oak Place

JC Custom Design & Renovation

New Season Photography
Photo of a large contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, beige cabinets, onyx benchtops and brown splashback.

Benedict Canyon Renovation

Azul Interiors & Renovations

Jack Brennan
This is an example of a small transitional l-shaped wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets and concrete benchtops.

Yarranabbe House

Kate Nixon

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Sydney with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Industrial Basement

User

Inspiration for an industrial galley seated home bar in Atlanta with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, brown splashback, brick splashback, medium hardwood floors and grey floor.

Abbey Birmingham Michigan

PRM Custom Builders

Inspiration for a large country wet bar in Detroit with distressed cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Classic traditional West Plano Kitchen Update

Interiors by Kathy Rollins, LLC

This lovely west Plano kitchen was updated to better serve the lovely family who lives there by removing the existing island (with raised bar) and replaced with custom built option. Quartzite countertops, marble splash and travertine floors create a neutral foundation. Transitional bold lighting over the island offers lots of great task lighting and style.

Bay Lake Project

Big Wood Timber Frames, Inc.

Design ideas for a country single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets and brown benchtop.

3042 Fairway Circle

FBC Remodel

Photo of a large arts and crafts single-wall seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Tetherow - Hosmer Lake

Pacwest Builders LLC

Ross Chandler
Photo of a small country l-shaped seated home bar in Other with distressed cabinets and stainless steel benchtops.

Award-Winning Bar

Khoury Design

Dave Adams Photography
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped wet bar in Sacramento with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, limestone benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Knightsbridge Development

Tracy Holliday Interiors

Contemporary l-shaped home bar in London with flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets and beige floor.

Leroux

1685 Kitchen Design Studio

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Edmonton with grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, glass tile splashback, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, solid surface benchtops and brown floor.

Kitchens / Bars

Rhoads Estate Homes, LLC

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped seated home bar in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Coal Creek- Bar

Lindy Design Build

The Butler’s Pantry quickly became one of our favorite spaces in this home! We had fun with the backsplash tile patten (utilizing the same tile we highlighted in the kitchen but installed in a herringbone pattern). Continuing the warm tones through this space with the butcher block counter and open shelving, it works to unite the front and back of the house. Plus, this space is home to the kegerator with custom family tap handles!

Ambler Whole House Renovation

Harth Builders

Photo of a small transitional single-wall home bar in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Beige Cabinets and Distressed 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.