photography: Viktor Ramos
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley wet bar in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Барная стойка в кафе

Prima Keramika

Барная стойка в кафе отделанная плиткой ручной работы "Метро" в прозрачной глазури с эффектом кракле в цвете PCR-17.
Photo of a small transitional single-wall seated home bar in Yekaterinburg with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, marble floors, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Contemporary in Clarksville

Kitchen & Bath Creations (KBC)

Interior Designer: Brigid Wethington, ASID Associate Photographer: JM Giordano Kitchen Designer: Chrissy Hogan
Design ideas for a large contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Baltimore with quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, no sink, glass-front cabinets and blue cabinets.

MOORELAND FARMS CAPE

Sara Hillery Interior Design llc

Small eclectic galley home bar in Richmond with blue cabinets.

A&C's Bartility room

OnePlan

One of our more unusual projects, helping two budding interior design enthusiasts to create a bar in their garage with a utility area at the rear with boiler and laundry items and a sink... OnePlan was happy to help and guide with the space planning - but the amazing decor was all down to the clients, who sourced furnishings and chose the decor themselves - it's worthy of a visit from Jay Gatsby himself! They are happy for me to share these finished pics - and I'm absolutely delighted to do so!

Built-in Bar

Lupo Construction Corporation

Built-in painted cabinets. Marble countertop. Wood floating shelves. Wine glass rack.
Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall home bar with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops and white benchtop.

Weber Wine Bar

Bridges Const.

Weber residence wine bar, glass door display, Crown Cabinetry in rich blue colors, butcher block counter, large wine cooler, pantry storage
Inspiration for a contemporary home bar in Other with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets and wood benchtops.

KSD Mercer Island Refresh

Kate Savitch Design

Cabinet paint refresh for home bar.
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, granite splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Blue 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.