This is an example of a transitional l-shaped wet bar in Houston with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, timber splashback and grey floor.

The Aurora : 2019 Clark County Parade of Homes

Cascade West Development

Inspired by the majesty of the Northern Lights and this family's everlasting love for Disney, this home plays host to enlighteningly open vistas and playful activity. Like its namesake, the beloved Sleeping Beauty, this home embodies family, fantasy and adventure in their truest form. Visions are seldom what they seem, but this home did begin 'Once Upon a Dream'. Welcome, to The Aurora.

Western Estate

John Dengler & Associates

Design ideas for a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Orange County with no sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

3042 Fairway Circle

FBC Remodel

Large modern single-wall seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Bay Lake Project

Big Wood Timber Frames, Inc.

Design ideas for a country single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets and brown benchtop.

Canal Place

MB Designs, LLC

Chris Cheever Photography Cabinetry: Michael S. Johnson & Co. Designer: MB Designs Countertops: Stone Artisans
Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall seated home bar in Indianapolis with dark hardwood floors, shaker cabinets and distressed cabinets.

Leroux

1685 Kitchen Design Studio

This is an example of a large transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Edmonton with grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, glass tile splashback, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, solid surface benchtops and brown floor.

Settlers Estate

Costa Homebuilders

This is an example of a country galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, brick splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Snow Mountain Lodge

Reclaimed DesignWorks

Antique Hit-Skip Oak Flooring used as an accent wall and exposed beams featured in this rustic bar area. Photo by Kimberly Gavin Photography.
Photo of a mid-sized country galley seated home bar in Denver with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, brown splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Indoor/Outdoor Lounge Addition

The Cleary Company

JE Evans Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized industrial u-shaped seated home bar in Columbus with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, ceramic floors and mirror splashback.

Rustic Home Bar

Design ideas for a small country single-wall wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, slate floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Rustic Cherry Bar - Barnegat Light, NJ

Universal Cabinetry Design Center

Custom wet bar at the Jersey Shore Design by David Gresh, Universal Cabinetry Design/Universal Supply Ship Bottom, NJ 08008 General Contracting & installation by Ciardelli Finish Carpentry Beach Haven, NJ 08008 Countertop by LBI Tile & Marble, LLC Beach Haven, NJ 08008 Cabinetry by Signature Custom Cabinetry, Inc. Ephrata, PA 17522 Photography by Adrienne Ingram, Element Photography Medford, NJ 08053

407 BLACKHAWK LAKE DRIVE

Pinetop Custom Homes

Design ideas for a mid-sized country u-shaped seated home bar in Boise with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

The Aurora : 2019 Clark County Parade of Homes : Entertainment Room Bar

Cascade West Development

Transitional White

Homecorp - Sandy Tabacinic

Photo Snappers
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Dallas with no sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, timber splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Duneside Escape

The Anderson Studio of Architecture & Design

Nestled in the dunes on a double ocean front lot, the interior of this magnificent home is comprised of bespoke furnishings designed and built for each space. Carefully selected antiques and eclectic artwork blend colors and textures to create a comfortable, fresh palette balancing formality with a touch of whimsy granting the classic architecture an unexpected and lighthearted feel. Photography: Dana Hoff

Case Study: Atlanta, Georgia

Insidesign

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, white splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Coal Creek- Bar

Lindy Design Build

The Butler’s Pantry quickly became one of our favorite spaces in this home! We had fun with the backsplash tile patten (utilizing the same tile we highlighted in the kitchen but installed in a herringbone pattern). Continuing the warm tones through this space with the butcher block counter and open shelving, it works to unite the front and back of the house. Plus, this space is home to the kegerator with custom family tap handles!

Orcutt Mid-Century Inspired Family Home

Michelle Pelech Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in San Luis Obispo with no sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, grey splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Deer Creek Transitional Basement Finish

Bearded Builders

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartzite benchtops, light hardwood floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Shaker Cabinets and Distressed 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.