Michael Lee
Photo of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, soapstone benchtops and mirror splashback.

In-Home Bar

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

No drinking on the job but when a client wants an in-home bar, we deliver!
Inspiration for an expansive modern u-shaped seated home bar in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, distressed cabinets, zinc benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Cellar & Bar

Lewisham Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley wet bar in Melbourne with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, marble floors, white floor and grey benchtop.

Westport Country

Christine Donner Kitchen Design Inc.

Party central is this mysterious black bar with delicate brass shelves, anchored from countertop to ceiling. The countertop is an acid washed stainless, a treatment that produces light copper highlights. An integral sink can be filled with ice to keep wine cool all evening.

Deco Bar

SDL Design

Sarah was inspired by the Art Deco style of the 1920s to create life in this area. Iron, aluminum, lacquered wood, leather, and vintage mirrors are some of the vintage materials chosen for the bar, completely designed by Sarah and produced in Germany by artisans. Black and brown zigzagged rugs perfectly compliment the more modern elements of this space, such as the angular pool table and the fierce photography display of “The Woman on Fire” by Guido Argentini.

Leeson Park

ODKM Architects

Rory Corrigan
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Dublin with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback and concrete floors.

12-9 Townhouse

gne architecture

Peter Dressel Photographer
Photo of a small modern single-wall home bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and mirror splashback.

Helton Residential New Construction

Le Belle Maison Interiors Inc.

Design ideas for a transitional galley home bar in Dallas with black splashback, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors and mirror splashback.

NW Natural Award Winning Home: Hygge

Anlon

These dark walls and wall bar make for the perfect room to watch your favorite sports team or movie. The carpet has flecks of silver that reflect the light beautifully

Home Bar

4D Design + Consulting

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Various Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom, Entertainment, Office & Laundry Projects

Cabinets BY ZePHYR

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Los Angeles with black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Harbor Towers

Metropolitan Cabinets & Countertops

Metropolitan Cabinets ShowHouse Collection Mission Shaker door in honey stained mahogany. Countertops in oiled soapstone
Arts and crafts l-shaped home bar in Boston with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, slate floors and mirror splashback.

Avoca Beach House

Woodstock Industries

Clixar Images
Small contemporary home bar in Central Coast with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, carpet and black benchtop.

Bars and Wine Cellars

Deffenbaugh Homes

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

W. Lakeside Circle

Deffenbaugh Homes

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

CUSTOM HOME NORTHWEST

InsideStyle Home and Design

Photography by Richard Faverty of Beckett Studios
This is an example of a large contemporary galley home bar in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, onyx benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Mount Hawthorn

MAC Interiors

Barbaro Homes
Design ideas for a modern l-shaped seated home bar in Perth with an undermount sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

1403 Octavius

deSigneR - Architects and Interior Designers

The classical bar table and chairs, adorned in a captivating blue hue, radiate timeless elegance within the space. The exquisite gold relief work delicately graces the intricate moldings and fine details, elevating the aesthetics to new heights. As the eyes wander, the distressed mirror reflects an aura of old-world charm, captivating all who gaze upon it. The brown veneer, exuding a sense of warmth, blends harmoniously with the overall ambiance, creating an inviting atmosphere. Every element intricately woven together, this ensemble becomes a focal point, capturing the essence of sophistication and refinement.

Best of Hawthorne Oak | Novella Collection

Hallmark Floors

Hawthorne Oak – The Novella Hardwood Collection feature our slice-cut style, with boards that have been lightly sculpted by hand, with detailed coloring. This versatile collection was designed to fit any design scheme and compliment any lifestyle.

Home Bar

4D Design + Consulting

Mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, mirror splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Black Splashback and Mirror Splashback

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.