The hand-finished hardwood veneer base has built-in wooden racking for 24 bottles of wine. The full-extension drawer's hinged, laminated lift-up shelf provides a convenient surface for pouring and mixing, and has a storage area for wine accessories and bar tools.

The Soho Loft

Jennifer Connell Design

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall bar cart in New York with no sink, open cabinets, black cabinets and glass benchtops.

Beautiful composition of Breakfast Table on the Foyer wall

In Design Decor

Modern & Indian designs on the opposite sides of the panel creating a beautiful composition of breakfast table with the crockery unit & the foyer, Like a mix of Yin & Yang.

Deco Bar

SDL Design

Sarah was inspired by the Art Deco style of the 1920s to create life in this area. Iron, aluminum, lacquered wood, leather, and vintage mirrors are some of the vintage materials chosen for the bar, completely designed by Sarah and produced in Germany by artisans. Black and brown zigzagged rugs perfectly compliment the more modern elements of this space, such as the angular pool table and the fierce photography display of “The Woman on Fire” by Guido Argentini.

Pleasanton, CA

Influent Home

This coffee bar was made possible by reusing an existing buffet and giving it a fresh coat of warm color, a glass top and stripping the original hardware. Along with the subtle area rug and the strong accent wall color, a whole new space was created that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Photo by Michael Garig

Wall Bed with Sofa Display - Campbell Showroom

Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in San Francisco with no sink, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, glass benchtops and carpet.

Interior - Residential Window Tint

Turkey Creek Tinting

Window film installed on residential windows can help homeowners enjoy the view of the water with reduced heat and glare Photo Courtesy of Eastman
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley wet bar in Other with medium hardwood floors, no sink, glass benchtops, brown floor, flat-panel cabinets and light wood cabinets.

O2 Belltown - Model Room #1101, Seattle, WA

Belltown Design LLC

What better place than the sitting area for a bar cart? This lovely piece came from Arteriors Home and can be moved as it is on casters. O2 Belltown - Model Room #1101, Seattle, WA, Belltown Design, Photography by Paula McHugh

Alamo Bungalow

Kimberley Harrison Interiors

For a young family with 3 small boys comfort and functionality were key but style was not sacrificed as the homeowner was willing to add playful touches to the family room and dining room space where the family spends most of their time. Scott Hargis

Oakdale Modern

Brent Cornman Construction Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Oklahoma City with no sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, glass benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and subway tile splashback.

SoMa Surfer Loft

Studio Nauleau

Ashley Batz
Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial bar cart in Los Angeles with no sink, glass benchtops and concrete floors.

Reduced Heat and Glare

Green Light Window Films

Photo Courtesy of Eastman Window film installed on residential windows can help homeowners enjoy the view of the water with reduced heat and glare
Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall wet bar in Kansas City with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, grey splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Villa Vento

Arca|Deco

Andrés García
Large contemporary single-wall wet bar in Other with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, glass benchtops and marble floors.

Remodel - Deer Valley, Utah (39)

Magleby Construction

Photography by Meagan Larsen
This is an example of a small country home bar in Salt Lake City with medium wood cabinets, glass benchtops, porcelain floors, white floor and no sink.

Bars

Incredible Homes & Renovations

Inspiration for a traditional single-wall wet bar in Houston with no sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, glass benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Woodland Modern

Bowood Homes

Bowood Homes
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Calgary with no sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, glass benchtops, slate floors and grey floor.

Modern Luxury Bachelor Pad

Robin LaMonte/Rooms Revamped

Christina Wedge Photography Simple modern condo designed for a male client. Less is More design approach for this client
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern home bar in Atlanta with no sink, black cabinets, glass benchtops and light hardwood floors.

O2 Belltown - Model Room #1101, Seattle, WA

Belltown Design LLC

There are two round concrete pillars in this 800 square foot space - one in the great room and and one in the bedroom. This project requires working with them and creating living spaces around them. O2 Belltown - Model Room #1101, Seattle, WA, Belltown Design, Photography by Paula McHugh

Calligaris

AKO Design Center

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in New York with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops and grey splashback.

Ekbatan

Caman Design Group

Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped home bar in Other with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, glass benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback and light hardwood floors.

Home Bar Design Ideas with No Sink and Glass 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.