Inspired by the iconic American farmhouse, this transitional home blends a modern sense of space and living with traditional form and materials. Details are streamlined and modernized, while the overall form echoes American nastolgia. Past the expansive and welcoming front patio, one enters through the element of glass tying together the two main brick masses. The airiness of the entry glass wall is carried throughout the home with vaulted ceilings, generous views to the outside and an open tread stair with a metal rail system. The modern openness is balanced by the traditional warmth of interior details, including fireplaces, wood ceiling beams and transitional light fixtures, and the restrained proportion of windows. The home takes advantage of the Colorado sun by maximizing the southern light into the family spaces and Master Bedroom, orienting the Kitchen, Great Room and informal dining around the outdoor living space through views and multi-slide doors, the formal Dining Room spills out to the front patio through a wall of French doors, and the 2nd floor is dominated by a glass wall to the front and a balcony to the rear. As a home for the modern family, it seeks to balance expansive gathering spaces throughout all three levels, both indoors and out, while also providing quiet respites such as the 5-piece Master Suite flooded with southern light, the 2nd floor Reading Nook overlooking the street, nestled between the Master and secondary bedrooms, and the Home Office projecting out into the private rear yard. This home promises to flex with the family looking to entertain or stay in for a quiet evening.

Colorful Basement Remodel

Falcone Hybner Design, Inc.

Interior Design by Falcone Hybner Design, Inc. Photos by Amoura Production.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, concrete floors and grey floor.

Lucas Valley Eichler

Destination Eichler, LLC

John Shum, Destination Eichler
Design ideas for a mid-sized midcentury galley home bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors and grey floor.

Kitchen Renovations

restyle design, llc

We converted this client's dining room to a sitting area with a large bar. Grey cabinetry, white quartz counters, statement backsplash and rustic farmhouse lighting.

Watchman

Imbue Design

Design ideas for a modern seated home bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

West Linn Mid-Century

Maria Lawler Architecture LLC

Custom bar cabinetry with hidden pantry cabinet
Mid-sized midcentury single-wall wet bar in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Hermosa Beach Custom

Hudson Home

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style galley wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Wet Bar

Landmark Custom Builder & Remodeling, LLC

Wet bar as part of the open concept kitchen and family room. Mini Fridge Ice Maker, Sink, Appliance Garages, Cambria counter top, Ultra Craft soft close cabinets Reunion Resort Kissimmee FL Landmark Custom Builder & Remodeling show home 2017-2020

The Ewing Avenue House

Andrea and Co. Design

Photo of a modern u-shaped seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

4018 W 73rd St

Renew Design Build LLC

Wet bar with stained floating shelves. 24 in dual zone wine and beverage refrigerator by Avallon. 6x6 hex indigo ceramic tile by Gashira. Cabinets painted in Garden Trowel by Magnolia Home. Large format tile flooring in District Gray by Adessi.

Mini Home Bar with Hand Painted Tiles

Fireclay Tile

Hand painted tiles can add nuance and dimension to any space. This galley kitchen's streamlined aesthetic get multifaceted with our Diamond Contour Handpainted Tile in a neutral motif. TILE SHOWN Handpainted Tile in Diamond Contour, Neutral Motif DESIGN Amy Mathie, Happy Interiors Group PHOTOS Courtney Conk, C.C. Photo Arts

Custom Wet Bars

Zawadski Homes Inc.

Large custom lower level wet bar with vintage red refrigerator.
Inspiration for an expansive transitional galley wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Whiskey Bar w/Color Changing Lights

DCI Custom Woodworks

Whiskey bar with remote controlled color changing lights embedded in the shelves. Cabinets have adjustable shelves and pull out drawers. Space for wine fridge and hangers for wine glasses.

Modern 2 Level Bar

ULFBUILT

Black, white and grey interor bar with white and grey marble countertops. 2 level island counters with multi-grey subway tiles wall makes this a captivating room.

Contemporary Lodge Style Lake House with Universal Design Accessibility

Lowell Custom Homes

Lowell Custom Homes, Lake Geneva, WI., Home Coffee and Beverage Bar, open shelving, game table, open shelving, lighting, glass door refrigerator,
Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall home bar in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, grey floor and vinyl floors.

Harvey - Traditional Victorian

Visbeen Architects

This quintessential family home offers owners comfort, functionality, and a beautiful space to gather. This home, designed by Visbeen Architects, encompasses all of these qualities and throws in luxury and style, too. Exterior details reflect the American Craftsman and Shingle styles of the late 19th century. On the main level, the formal dining room flows into the living area and kitchen, offering more than enough space and seating for large groups of friends and family to congregate. The well-appointed master suite is also located on the main floor. Climb the turreted stairs to the upper level and you will find two bedroom suites, a guest room, laundry facilities, and a home office. The lower level provides a guest suite, and a comfortable family and hearth area, as well as a refreshment bar and an additional office. Photographer: TerVeen Photography Builder: Falcon Custom Homes

Modern Highland Escape

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

photo: Paul Grdina Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Ravenna Art Deco Dwelling

Workshop Estates

Design ideas for a large midcentury u-shaped wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

Modern Luxe Farmhouse

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Lower Level Bar Floor Tile by Interceramic - Crosswinds, Brisk || Bar Backsplash by Ceramic Tile Works - Expo Chalk White
Photo of a country home bar in Other with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors and grey floor.

Alexandra Headlands House Renovation

Jenny Ford Design

Carole Margand
This is an example of a beach style l-shaped seated home bar in Sunshine Coast with an undermount sink, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Ceramic Splashback 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.