Nicolette Wagner - Life Unbound Photo
Inspiration for a large midcentury galley wet bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, timber splashback, carpet and grey floor.

Millionaire Lottery Home - Eagle Mountain, Abbotsford

Raveninside

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Modern Kitchen Design

Johker Design

Warm Open Space in the works for this beautiful midcentury renovation.
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Baltimore with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

NEW CANAAN, CT - Tapestry Bar

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

A client was eager to turn a dated built-in unit into a sophisticated, entertaining space that was highly functional. The gunmetal open shelving unit with integrated LED lighting in the horizontal bars makes a bold design statement. Twin cabinetry columns with seeded glass fronts and interior lighting provide ample storage for spirits and glassware, while lower cabinets seamlessly conceal beverage drawers and a wine refrigeration unit. The modern, frameless slab cabinetry is accented by unlaquered brass hardware, with subtle ribbing adding texture. The marble countertop is backed by a 10" high marble backsplash that blends into the faux finish painted to seamlessly match the striking stone. A memorable design element is the circular, burnished nickel sink with satin brass ring detailing.

Home Bar with Koi Wallpaper Backsplash and Black High Gloss Cabinets

Paper Moon Painting

Fabulous home bar where we installed the koi wallpaper backsplash and painted the cabinets in a high-gloss black lacquer!
Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic single-wall wet bar in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops and black benchtop.

Gold Coast, Mid Century Touch

Georgia Zikas Design

Classic shapes, a good flow imbued with plenty of lifestyle to suit this family — indoors and out.
Transitional single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, white splashback, grey benchtop, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets and marble benchtops.

West Las Vegas - Nevada

Statement of Style

Natural Elements
Expansive contemporary single-wall wet bar in Las Vegas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, marble floors, black floor and black benchtop.

New Canaan Townhouse Renovation

Dana Koebbe Interiors

Cerused wood bar with calacatta countertop and backsplash.
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Contemporary Home Bar

Design ideas for a small contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, glass tile splashback, cork floors, marble benchtops and grey splashback.

Contemporary

RDM General Contractors

Larry Falke
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley seated home bar in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets and marble benchtops.

Mid-Century Modern Bar Remodel

Cabinet Concepts by Design

Photo of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Boston Harbor

Lisa Tharp Design

Dining room bar with custom brass mesh cabinetry designed by Lisa Tharp.
Mid-sized modern galley home bar in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops and mirror splashback.

Bel Air-Transitional Design

JL Interiors

This game room was staged by JL interiors. Less is more! Behind the game room you will find a fabulous bar with a wine fridge built in. Open to the family room it's a perfect place to stir something up and serve your guest. This game room also have indoor outdoor living space. A direct view of the pool and the view of Los Angeles.

Fairmont Neighborhood Residence

Jordan Iverson Signature Homes

KuDa Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional galley home bar in Portland with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Endlessly Elegant!

McCabe Design & Interiors

Phillip Cocker Photography The Decadent Adult Retreat! Bar, Wine Cellar, 3 Sports TV's, Pool Table, Fireplace and Exterior Hot Tub. A custom bar was designed my McCabe Design & Interiors to fit the homeowner's love of gathering with friends and entertaining whilst enjoying great conversation, sports tv, or playing pool. The original space was reconfigured to allow for this large and elegant bar. Beside it, and easily accessible for the homeowner bartender is a walk-in wine cellar. Custom millwork was designed and built to exact specifications including a routered custom design on the curved bar. A two-tiered bar was created to allow preparation on the lower level. Across from the bar, is a sitting area and an electric fireplace. Three tv's ensure maximum sports coverage. Lighting accents include slims, led puck, and rope lighting under the bar. A sonas and remotely controlled lighting finish this entertaining haven.

20 West 72nd Street

LD Design

Alex Staniloff
Large modern l-shaped wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Past Present House

chadbourne + doss architects

The Kitchen extends outdoors to a custom stainless steel barbecue area and steps lead from the patio up to an outdoor dining pavilion beyond.
Inspiration for a large eclectic galley home bar in Seattle with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, black floor and white benchtop.

Luxury Underground

Lauren Levant Interior

Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Other with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop and marble benchtops.

UN Plaza, New York City

GIL WALSH INTERIORS

Light oak parquet squares lend visual interest to the space. A checkered, upholstered armchair sits adjacent to a brass side table with dark glass top, while a built-in bar with black marble top is seamlessly hidden behind light oak panels.

26 - Orem, Utah Residence

Magleby Construction

Expansive transitional single-wall seated home bar in Orange County with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, slate floors and grey floor.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Flat-panel Cabinets and Marble 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.