Home Bar in Living Room with mirrored glass tile backsplash.
This is an example of a traditional u-shaped seated home bar in San Diego with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors and beige floor.

Clear Creek Ranch

Envi Interior Design Studio

Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, dark hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

EADO wetbar

Gabriel's Home Remodeling

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This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors and beige floor.

Basement Wet Bar

FBC Remodel

©Finished Basement Company Basement wet bar acts as the focal point and heart of the whole basement.
Design ideas for a large traditional galley seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Drink and Meal Prep Station

dRemodeling

Away from the main circulation of the kitchen, the drink and meal prep station allows for easy access to common amenities without crowding up the main kitchen area. With plenty of cabinets for snack and a cooler for drinks, it has you covered!

Home Bars

B. Wood Cabinet Painting Inc.

Photo of a traditional u-shaped wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood floors and beige floor.

Bar Lighting

AVL Pro, Inc.

Mid-sized traditional u-shaped home bar in Miami with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, beige floor and granite benchtops.

Gallery

Kitchen Creators

Mid-sized traditional single-wall home bar in Orange County with beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, dark hardwood floors and beige floor.

Winding Way

Sanchez Homes

Jacqueline Hebert
Photo of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Ottawa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and beige floor.

Beckham Brothers Flooring

Great Floors

Large country single-wall wet bar in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, dark hardwood floors and beige floor.

Chestnut Custom 003

Tag & Associates, LLC

Welcome to the elegant upstairs family room, complete with a stylish bar featuring beautiful hardwood shelving and a granite countertop. A sink adds convenience, while hardwood floors exude warmth. Three ceiling fans provide comfort, and double French doors lead to a grand patio, complemented by floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views.

Ann Arbor Hills Remodel and Addition

Studio Z Architecture

This elegant butler’s pantry links the new formal dining room and kitchen, providing space for serving food and drinks. Unique materials like mirror tile and leather wallpaper were used to add interest. LED lights are mounted behind the wine wall to give it a subtle glow. Contractor: Momentum Construction LLC Photographer: Laura McCaffery Photography Interior Design: Studio Z Architecture Interior Decorating: Sarah Finnane Design

North Barrington Pub

Window Treatments by Design

Inspiration for a traditional home bar in Chicago with raised-panel cabinets, dark hardwood floors and beige floor.

PH Armchair

PH Furniture

The PH Armchair was designed by Poul Henningsen in 1932. The beautifully swung steel tube of the foot brings to mind the roots of the tree, which branch and ensure stability in the ph armchair's good seating comfort.

Basement Bar Backsplash & Countertop

FBC Remodel

©Finished Basement Company Dark cabinets and black granite contrast the muted back splash and stone.
Inspiration for a large traditional galley seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

EADO wetbar

Gabriel's Home Remodeling

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Photo of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors and beige floor.

Home Bars

B. Wood Cabinet Painting Inc.

Basement Great Room

FBC Remodel

©Finished Basement Company Large and open basement plan
Inspiration for a large traditional galley seated home bar in Denver with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Home Bars

B. Wood Cabinet Painting Inc.

Traditional u-shaped wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood floors, beige floor and mosaic tile splashback.

Basement Game Room

FBC Remodel

©Finished Basement Company A game room which accommodates a standard air hockey table and room for many visiting guests.
Inspiration for a large traditional galley seated home bar in Denver with dark hardwood floors, beige floor, granite benchtops, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and black benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Dark Hardwood Floors and Beige 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.