Inspiration for a large midcentury galley home bar in Paris with an undermount sink, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, ceramic floors, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rustic Traditional

Karen Kempf Interiors

Talia Laird Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, medium hardwood floors, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Lower Level Renovation

Studio Designs...Vicki Flores

I wanted to reuse the glass block tile feature on the bar. The new Cambria Countertop and black paint give the bar a fresh new look
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley wet bar in Wichita with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, vinyl floors, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rustic Traditional

Karen Kempf Interiors

Talia Laird Photography
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Milwaukee with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse

Karen Kempf Interiors

A farmhouse style was achieved in this new construction home by keeping the details clean and simple. Shaker style cabinets and square stair parts moldings set the backdrop for incorporating our clients’ love of Asian antiques. We had fun re-purposing the different pieces she already had: two were made into bathroom vanities; and the turquoise console became the star of the house, welcoming visitors as they walk through the front door.

Rustic Traditional

Karen Kempf Interiors

Talia Laird Photography
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Milwaukee with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, black floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rustic Traditional

Karen Kempf Interiors

Talia Laird Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Milwaukee with medium hardwood floors, black floor, an undermount sink and multi-coloured benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Black Floor and Multi-Coloured Benchtop

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.