Jane Beiles
Small transitional single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Transitional Home Bar

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Chicago with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, porcelain floors, glass-front cabinets, beige floor and white benchtop.

Bars

InSite Builders & Remodeling

Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, grey floor and porcelain floors.

Cedar Creek Entertainers Basement Finish

Comerio Homes

This basement finish was already finished when we started. The owners decided they wanted an entire face lift with a more in style look. We removed all the previous finishes and basically started over adding ceiling details and an additional workout room. Complete with a home theater, wine tasting area and game room.

Charming Retreat

H.J. Martin and Son

With a beautiful light taupe color pallet, this shabby chic retreat combines beautiful natural stone and rustic barn board wood to create a farmhouse like abode. High ceilings, open floor plans and unique design touches all work together in creating this stunning retreat.

Atlanta Basement Renovation

Cornerstone Remodeling Atlanta

Mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain floors and brown floor.

New York City Apartment Remodel

Elite Kitchen & Bath/Express Contracting

Stunning home bar with unique light column, gemstone counter top, glass door cabinetry, two level counter-top, fancy bar stools. Opens to dining area, living room area. We built a curved plaster soffit to mimic the curve of the bar. We placed the wall paper on one section of the sheet rock soffit. Creating the curve takes skill and precision. Custom pullouts for alcohol.

Completed Interiors

Kurt Eisenhard

Mid-sized modern l-shaped seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Our Latest Model Home

Element Home Builders

Mid-sized mediterranean galley seated home bar in Orlando with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback and porcelain floors.

Waterford Residence Lower Level Bar and Seating

Amy Carman Design

When planning this custom residence, the owners had a clear vision – to create an inviting home for their family, with plenty of opportunities to entertain, play, and relax and unwind. They asked for an interior that was approachable and rugged, with an aesthetic that would stand the test of time. Amy Carman Design was tasked with designing all of the millwork, custom cabinetry and interior architecture throughout, including a private theater, lower level bar, game room and a sport court. A materials palette of reclaimed barn wood, gray-washed oak, natural stone, black windows, handmade and vintage-inspired tile, and a mix of white and stained woodwork help set the stage for the furnishings. This down-to-earth vibe carries through to every piece of furniture, artwork, light fixture and textile in the home, creating an overall sense of warmth and authenticity.

Burlington Basement

FBC Remodel

The basement bar is anchored on one side by stacked stone column. Large wood beams on the ceiling complement the dark custom cabinetry. ©Finished Basement Company

Tyler Lakehouse

BGI Design

Photo of a large beach style galley wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Luxe Living

Julia Russell Designs

Home bar located in family game room. Stainless steel accents accompany a mirror that doubles as a TV.
Design ideas for a large transitional seated home bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, porcelain floors, glass-front cabinets, mirror splashback, grey floor and white benchtop.

Project Sweet Valerie

Diana Bastone Designs

Photography by Sandrasview
Photo of a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Toronto with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, stone tile splashback, porcelain floors and glass-front cabinets.

Downtown Penthouse

Kitchen Distributors, Inc-Arkansas

Mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Other with white cabinets, quartz benchtops, glass tile splashback, multi-coloured splashback, glass-front cabinets, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Whitcomb Place

McNeill Baker Design Associates

Custom built-ins in the Recreation Room house the family’s books, DVDs, and music collection.
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with porcelain floors, an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and metal splashback.

Delightful Terrace Level in Roswell

Handcrafted Homes, Inc.

Terrace level seated bar with pecan finished cabinets and bar top. The cabinets have a custom stain to complement the quartz countertop. Gregg Willett Photography

Grande Maison in Mandeville, Louisiana

Pinnacle Home Designs

Hurley Homes, LLC
Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall wet bar in New Orleans with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, porcelain floors and brown floor.

Custom Work

AFFINITY CANTERA & STONE

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped wet bar in Austin with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

The Vineyards

Bigelow Interiors

Artesia Cabinets Photography by Shane O'Neal - SON Studios
Design ideas for a modern single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with no sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain floors and glass-front cabinets.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Glass-front Cabinets and Porcelain Floors

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.