Every inch of this 4,200-square-foot condo on Las Olas—two units combined into one inside the tallest building in Fort Lauderdale—is dripping with glamour, starting right away in the entrance with Phillip Jeffries’ Cloud wallpaper and crushed velvet gold chairs by Koket. Along with tearing out some of the bathrooms and installing sleek and chic new vanities, Laure Nell Interiors outfitted the residence with all the accoutrements that make it perfect for the owners—two doctors without children—to enjoy an evening at home alone or entertaining friends and family. On one side of the condo, we turned the previous kitchen into a wet bar off the family room. Inspired by One Hotel, the aesthetic here gives off permanent vacation vibes. A large rattan light fixture sets a beachy tone above a custom-designed oversized sofa. Also on this side of the unit, a light and bright guest bedroom, affectionately named the Bali Room, features Phillip Jeffries’ silver leaf wallpaper and heirloom artifacts that pay homage to the Indian heritage of one of the owners. In another more-moody guest room, a Currey and Co. Grand Lotus light fixture gives off a golden glow against Phillip Jeffries’ dip wallcovering behind an emerald green bed, while an artist hand painted the look on each wall. The other side of the condo took on an aesthetic that reads: The more bling, the better. Think crystals and chrome and a 78-inch circular diamond chandelier. The main kitchen, living room (where we custom-surged together Surya rugs), dining room (embellished with jewelry-like chain-link Yale sconces by Arteriors), office, and master bedroom (overlooking downtown and the ocean) all reside on this side of the residence. And then there’s perhaps the jewel of the home: the powder room, illuminated by Tom Dixon pendants. The homeowners hiked Machu Picchu together and fell in love with a piece of art on their trip that we designed the entire bathroom around. It’s one of many personal objets found throughout the condo, making this project a true labor of love.

European Luxury

Catherine Caporaso, ASID

Bottle Storage on Wires, Display Shelf, etc.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary galley home bar in Miami with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback, marble floors and white floor.

Miami Modern Custom Home

Pioneer Architecture, LLC.

Design ideas for a large modern l-shaped home bar in Miami with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, marble floors and white floor.

Farrahar Basement

Daylight Basement Company

Glass Block Corner Columns
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style galley seated home bar in Atlanta with concrete floors, an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and blue floor.

Carlton Woods Creekside New Home Construction

Milsaps Home & Remodel

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, marble floors and white floor.

Nathan_Allan_Glass Bar

Morgan Howarth Photography

Modern glass bar
This is an example of a modern u-shaped seated home bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops and white floor.

Marriott Public Space

Lindsay Lausch Interior Design

Renovated pre-function space with custom lighting and carpet.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary home bar in Chicago with carpet and blue floor.

North Toronto Home Renovation

GRECO INTERIORS

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, light hardwood floors, white floor and black benchtop.

Summer Elegance in the Hamptons

Stark Carpet

Inspiration for a contemporary seated home bar in New York with mirror splashback, blue floor and blue benchtop.

Hamilton

Landmark Building & Developments (Qld) Pty Ltd

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley seated home bar in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, white floor and white benchtop.

2017 ARDA Best In Show

AIBD - American Institute of Building Design

This home was designed with a clean, modern aesthetic that imposes a commanding view of its expansive riverside lot. The wide-span, open wing design provides a feeling of open movement and flow throughout the home. Interior design elements are tightly edited to their most elemental form. Simple yet daring lines simultaneously convey a sense of energy and tranquility. Super-matte, zero sheen finishes are punctuated by brightly polished stainless steel and are further contrasted by thoughtful use of natural textures and materials. The judges said “this home would be like living in a sculpture. It’s sleek and luxurious at the same time.” The award for Best In Show goes to RG Designs Inc. and K2 Design Group Designers: Richard Guzman with Jenny Provost From: Bonita Springs, Florida

Kitchen

Millbrook Cabinetry

Photo of a large transitional single-wall wet bar in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback and white floor.

Highland Park Modern Home

S. B. Long Interiors

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, white floor and white benchtop.

Falcon Ridge Basement Renovation

Janus Homes

Photo of a large traditional galley seated home bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, ceramic floors, white floor and black benchtop.

Appliances

System Six Kitchens

This Bar Area has Blanco appliances to keep wine cool!
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Devon with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, ceramic floors, white floor and white benchtop.

{Oak Point, TX}

Salcedo Homes

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped wet bar in Dallas with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, marble floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Walnut

Eurolux Kitchens Ltd.

Design ideas for a small modern single-wall wet bar in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, porcelain floors and white floor.

Morel

Harbert Home Systems

DWH
Inspiration for a large contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Other with stone tile splashback, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic floors and white floor.

Beverly Hills Luxury Living

Fresh Paint Art Advisors

Artwork selection by Fresh Paint Art Advisors
Inspiration for a contemporary home bar in Los Angeles with white floor.

The Bay Condo

Embark Homes Ltd.

This is an example of a modern single-wall home bar in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors, white floor and black benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Blue Floor and White 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.