This bar was created from reclaimed barn wood salvaged form the customers original barn.
Expansive country u-shaped wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, light hardwood floors, yellow floor and brown benchtop.

Party Barn

Ardent Living

This bar was created from reclaimed barn wood salvaged form the customers original barn.
Inspiration for an expansive country u-shaped wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, light hardwood floors, yellow floor and brown benchtop.

Party Barn

Ardent Living

Edmonton Southeast Industrial - Private Bar, Lounge, & Poker Room

Four Elements Construction

A close friend of one of our owners asked for some help, inspiration, and advice in developing an area in the mezzanine level of their commercial office/shop so that they could entertain friends, family, and guests. They wanted a bar area, a poker area, and seating area in a large open lounge space. So although this was not a full-fledged Four Elements project, it involved a Four Elements owner's design ideas and handiwork, a few Four Elements sub-trades, and a lot of personal time to help bring it to fruition. You will recognize similar design themes as used in the Four Elements office like barn-board features, live edge wood counter-tops, and specialty LED lighting seen in many of our projects. And check out the custom poker table and beautiful rope/beam light fixture constructed by our very own Peter Russell. What a beautiful and cozy space!

Bar

ProCraft Fine Cabinet & Woodwork

Photo of a small galley seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Edmonton Southeast Industrial - Private Bar, Lounge, & Poker Room

Four Elements Construction

Neo-classical House

La Grange de S.

The stripped mantel and vintage mirror complement perfectly the butcher block. Great effect!
Inspiration for a large country single-wall seated home bar in New York with light hardwood floors, no sink, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops and brown benchtop.

Rustic, Distressed Wood Home Bar

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

A bar like this is the perfect addition to any cottage or rural home. Using a tasteful selection of distressed wood as the waterfall bar counter adds character and charm to the dramatic cabinetry. The weightiness of the dark wood tones and black hardware is off-set beautifully by the white walls and the natural light that pours into this home, making the bar a noteworthy space. The rustic feel of the cabinetry and countertop extends into the decor choices, with wooden chairs and antique memorabilia decorating the countertop. Note the snug fit of the wine bar and cabinetry for displaying and storing your favourite drinks. The TV, though not distracting in this space, is well positioned on a TV mount in a place where it can easily be viewed by those at the bar, behind the bar, or at the table. What a place to host! PC: Fred Huntsberger

Cassity Way, Nicolasville

Morley Contracting

Our colour changing LEDs were a fascinating addition to this bar counter.
Inspiration for a large country galley seated home bar in Other with distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, slate floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Bar

ProCraft Fine Cabinet & Woodwork

Inspiration for a small traditional galley seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Highlands-Cherokee

Phillips Brothers Contracting Inc.

This is a fantastic bar with the distressed wooden top and rustic feel.
Design ideas for a small country u-shaped seated home bar in Atlanta with distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, concrete floors, brown floor, brown benchtop and no sink.

Bar

ProCraft Fine Cabinet & Woodwork

This is an example of a small transitional galley seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Bar

ProCraft Fine Cabinet & Woodwork

This is an example of a small galley seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Rustic Maple Bar- De Pere Display

Valley Cabinet Inc.

Rustic maple bar cabinetry, stained, distressed & glazed finish, wood countertops, black painted grooved backs
Design ideas for a galley wet bar in Other with raised-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, distressed cabinets and brown benchtop.

Garden Games Room & Billiards Space

Owl Garden Studios

Amtico flooring with anthracite grey electric panel heater, concrete Venetian plaster feature wall. Image courtesy of James @immer.photo
Design ideas for a large contemporary home bar in Sussex with distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rustic Maple Bar- De Pere Display

Valley Cabinet Inc.

Rustic maple bar cabinetry, stained, distressed & glazed finish, wood countertops, black painted grooved backs
Home bar in Other with distressed cabinets, wood benchtops and brown benchtop.

Garden Games Room & Billiards Space

Owl Garden Studios

Inspiration for a large contemporary home bar in Sussex with distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Rustic Maple Bar- De Pere Display

Valley Cabinet Inc.

Rustic maple bar cabinetry, stained, distressed & glazed finish, wood countertops, black painted grooved backs
Home bar in Other with distressed cabinets, wood benchtops and brown benchtop.

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!

Rustic Maple Bar- De Pere Display

Valley Cabinet Inc.

Rustic maple bar cabinetry, stained, distressed & glazed finish, wood countertops, black painted grooved backs
Design ideas for a home bar in Other with distressed cabinets, wood benchtops and brown benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Distressed Cabinets and Wood Benchtops

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.