A standard approach to kitchen design was not an option for this glamorous open-plan living area. Instead, an intricate bar sits front of house, with attractive and practical kitchen space tucked in behind.

Mid century vibes

Stock Dutch Design

Photo of a midcentury galley home bar in Amsterdam with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

ILE D'OLERON

Atelier Nadège Nari

Inspiration for a contemporary u-shaped home bar in Other with flat-panel cabinets, orange cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, beige floor and black benchtop.

Custom Wet Bars

Zawadski Homes Inc.

Wet Bar with beverage refrigerator, open shelving and blue tile backsplash.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Devonshire Heights

Pruett & Co.

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Denver with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Mid-Century Modern Cabin

MYRA Studio

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury galley home bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, green splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Contemporary Home Bar

This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, beige floor and black benchtop.

Medfield Renovation

Winslow Design

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Boston with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, light hardwood floors, beige floor, white benchtop, brown splashback and timber splashback.

SEACLIFF ON THE GREENS

GONTERMAN CUSTOM HOMES

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, beige splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

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Coffey & Co. House of Interiors

Lisza Coffey Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury l-shaped bar cart in Omaha with vinyl floors and beige floor.

Modern Farmhouse- Herriman

Simons Design Studio

Interior Designer: Simons Design Studio Builder: Magleby Construction Photography: Allison Niccum
This is an example of a country single-wall wet bar in Salt Lake City with carpet, beige floor, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops and white benchtop.

Lake House Retreat - Lower Level Bar

Emery Design | Build

Phoenix Photographic
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style home bar in Detroit with carpet and beige floor.

Endlessly Elegant!

McCabe Design & Interiors

Phillip Cocker Photography The Decadent Adult Retreat! Bar, Wine Cellar, 3 Sports TV's, Pool Table, Fireplace and Exterior Hot Tub. A custom bar was designed my McCabe Design & Interiors to fit the homeowner's love of gathering with friends and entertaining whilst enjoying great conversation, sports tv, or playing pool. The original space was reconfigured to allow for this large and elegant bar. Beside it, and easily accessible for the homeowner bartender is a walk-in wine cellar. Custom millwork was designed and built to exact specifications including a routered custom design on the curved bar. A two-tiered bar was created to allow preparation on the lower level. Across from the bar, is a sitting area and an electric fireplace. Three tv's ensure maximum sports coverage. Lighting accents include slims, led puck, and rope lighting under the bar. A sonas and remotely controlled lighting finish this entertaining haven.

Heritage Basement Remodel

Adryin Glynn Designs

Photo of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Raleigh with no sink, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, carpet, beige floor, grey benchtop and open cabinets.

Farmhouse meets Modern Industrial

Mi-Kin Creations, Inc.

Custom oak bar with a wine barrel look. Custom cabinetry painted baltic gray by Sherwin Williams.
This is an example of a country galley wet bar in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Plant. Collection Room Sets

Plant. Collections

This is an example of a mid-sized eclectic single-wall wet bar in London with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback and beige floor.

Indian Ridge Remodel

Angela Wells Interior Design

Trent Teigen
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Orange County with an undermount sink, quartzite benchtops, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Intracoastal Residence

b+g design inc.

Barry Grossman
Inspiration for a contemporary galley wet bar in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, mirror splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Contemporary Craftsman Basement Remodel

EGStoltzfus Custom Homes & Remodeling

Abigail Rose Photography
Design ideas for a large arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Other with carpet, beige floor, a drop-in sink, black cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback and shaker cabinets.

Custom Bar

GR Mitchell Design Center

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Beige Floor and Pink Floor

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.