Our clients were relocating from the upper peninsula to the lower peninsula and wanted to design a retirement home on their Lake Michigan property. The topography of their lot allowed for a walk out basement which is practically unheard of with how close they are to the water. Their view is fantastic, and the goal was of course to take advantage of the view from all three levels. The positioning of the windows on the main and upper levels is such that you feel as if you are on a boat, water as far as the eye can see. They were striving for a Hamptons / Coastal, casual, architectural style. The finished product is just over 6,200 square feet and includes 2 master suites, 2 guest bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sunroom, home bar, home gym, dedicated seasonal gear / equipment storage, table tennis game room, sauna, and bonus room above the attached garage. All the exterior finishes are low maintenance, vinyl, and composite materials to withstand the blowing sands from the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Modern Hillside

GLDESIGN

Expansive modern single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Auburn Bay Bar

Niche reDesign

Basement Car Shop Transformed into a Mancave. Flexible panel wall with dart board is hiding electrical/mechanical switches. Backsplash has rustic planks with floating shelving to tie into the rustic bar and stools. To top off the new space, a custom kegorator was added!

Young Rd Residence

Jill Litner Kaplan Interiors

Design ideas for a transitional single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback and shiplap splashback.

Bars

Attard's Kitchens & Cabinetry Pty Ltd

Attard's Kitchens & Cabinetry custom make bar areas to individual requirements blending both function & aesthetics to perfectly suit client needs.
Design ideas for a small modern u-shaped wet bar in Sydney with glass sheet splashback, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback and porcelain floors.

Modern Spanish Retreat

Susan Lund - Spacial Design

Photo of a modern wet bar in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, glass sheet splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Great Falls Modern

FORMA Design

This is an example of a modern home bar in DC Metro with porcelain floors, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback and white benchtop.

Coral Ridge

Urban Trend Construction

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback and light hardwood floors.

Lake Keowee Custom Home

The Stillwater Group

Inspiration for a transitional galley home bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, shiplap splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Wohnraum I Schlafempore

Bjørn Buchholz

Design ideas for a small modern single-wall seated home bar in Cologne with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, shiplap splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Beverage Stations - Wine Cellars - Wet Bars

The Cleary Company

Custom built shaker style cabinetry with rich brown stain & distressed finish. Custom wine storage. Quartz countertop.
Design ideas for a large country single-wall home bar in Columbus with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, shiplap splashback, carpet, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Milano Black & White New Construction in Santa Rosa Beach, FL

Marquis Fine Cabinetry

Project Number: MR889 Design/Manufacturer/Installer: Marquis Fine Cabinetry Collection: Milano Finishes: Matte Black, Plain Sawn Walnut, Ice White, Designer White Features: Hardware Knobs (Matte Black), Adjustable Legs/Soft Close (Standard)

Custom Bourbon Bar

KMA Storage Solutions

Completed project prior to being filled
Mid-sized traditional single-wall home bar in Other with no sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, vinyl floors, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Chicago Artist's Office and Studio

Space Interior Design

the white sleeping area and mini kitchen add sleeping and guest room function to this artist's studio/office, counter tops by The tile Gallery, Cabinets by Legacy Woodwork, photos by Jorge Gera

Modern Arts & Crafts

Design by UBER

You get a sneak peak of the bar as you descend the stairs, but entrance is through the display win-cabinet wall in the entertainment space. Split level bar elevated over the games room. Antiqued/eglomise mirror backed with floating shelves and a fluted edge brass bar on a curve design with brass accents and hand-turned pendant lighting.

Shelving

Raincoast Door & Specialty Wood Products

The effect of matching floating shelves to the cabinetry is highlighted with these decorative printed glass panels by Schenk.
Photo of a contemporary home bar in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback and white benchtop.

Springwater

SASKA Design Inc.

Inspiration for a modern home bar in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, glass sheet splashback, light hardwood floors and white floor.

Special Additions - Denville,NJ - Basement Bar

Special Additions

Special Additions - Bar Dura Supreme Cabinetry Hudson Door White
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped wet bar in Newark with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Multilevel Bar Island in Basement

Denise Quade Design

The island in this bar is home to the undermount sink, double trash pullout for trash and recycling, and the stainless steel dishwasher. Bar height seating was added in a u-shape around the perimeter.

Legacy Lakehouse

Lowell Custom Homes

www.lowellcustomhomes.com - Lake Geneva, WI, Home bar on upper level overlooking lake.
Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style galley wet bar in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Glass Sheet Splashback and Shiplap Splashback

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.