Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall home bar in Perth with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

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This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Other with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, slate floors and grey floor.

Brighton: Renovation & Extension

First Avenue Homes

Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped home bar in Melbourne with black cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

2017 | Frankfort Home: Basement Gathering Room

Robin's Nest Interiors

Directly across from the entrance is a small Kitchenette which houses a corner sink, a microwave, and a beverage center. The cabinetry by PC Homes in New Albany, IN has a painted black finish with a bronze glaze. The countertops are quartz by Cambria. The faucets and cabinetry hardware is in a brushed nickel finish to pop off the dark cabinetry. We did not want this area to feel like a Kitchen, so in lieu of upper cabinets, we did chunky floating shelves the same wood tone as the china cabinet nestled between the two bump outs. We accessorized with the homeowner’s collection of white dish ware. The homeowner found this fabulous wood cutout of the state of Kentucky at a local art gallery.

Gabie's Kitchen

Corner Renovation

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, engineered quartz splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Lakeside Basement Retreat

Design Phase

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Grand Rapids with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Custom Black Forest Home

KLo Home Design

Modern Home Bar with Metal cabinet in lay, custom ceiling mounted shelving, floor to ceiling tile, recessed accent lighting and custom millwork. Floor dug out to include custom walk-over wine storage

Family Room Renovation

Splashworks - SWKB Design Build

Small contemporary single-wall home bar in Toronto with no sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, grey floor and white benchtop.

Charming 1.5 Story Coffee Bar

Grace Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback, carpet, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bar

R|House Design Build

Beautiful, large wainscoted arched hallway and custom bedroom barn door.
Inspiration for a large transitional seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, vinyl floors and grey floor.

Bars

InSite Builders & Remodeling

Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, grey floor and porcelain floors.

New Projects

ColbyCo Painting

Design ideas for a large modern galley home bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tile splashback, concrete floors and grey floor.

Scullery Baking Counter

Meyer Design

This pantry isn't just a pantry! This pantry is actually a scullery, where auxiliary kitchen duties are more than welcome. This countertop is the perfect baker's corner; complete with plenty of storage and a farmhouse sink. Meyer Design

Wet Bar in Kitchen

Beth Howley Creative LLC

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Design ideas for a large modern single-wall wet bar in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Highland Park

Dresner Design | Chicago Custom Kitchens Cabinets

The Lower Level Wet Bar features a black marble slab backsplash and granite countertops that looks like marble. Dresner Design Custom Cabinets and Stained Concrete flooring. Photo by Jim Tschetter

Clean modern Bar

Kathleen Ramsey, Allied ASID

The client wanted a stunning bar with room for a large TV and closed shelving to hide any messes. We lined the back of the bar with the same ledger stone on the TV/Fireplace wall and added accent lighting to rake across the tile. Additionally we used a white Cambria countertop and did a waterfall outside edge on the raised bar. Photo: Matt Kocoureck

Hawthorn Woods, IL Project

Matrix Home Solutions

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, laminate floors, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Lakeside Condo

Britany Hanthorn with MBS Interiors

The sunroom features a wet bar designed in Starmark Cabinetry's Maple Cosmopolitan finished in Graphite. The quartz counters are from Zodiaq in a new color called Versilia Grigio. Hardware is from Hickory Hardware in Verona Bronze. Wet bar features include glass doors, wine bottle and glass storage, and a wine refrigerator and ice maker.

Northfield IL Private Residence

Lumenory

Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury u-shaped seated home bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

G.A. White - Keirns

Mauk Cabinets by Design

Another stunning home we got to work alongside with G.A. White Homes. It has a clean, modern look with elements that make it cozy and welcoming. With a focus on strong lines, a neutral color palette, and unique lighting creates a classic look that will be enjoyed for years to come.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Black Cabinets and Grey 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.