Darryn Kemper
Mid-sized modern u-shaped seated home bar in Surrey with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback and carpet.

Alpine Drive. North Vancouver

Andrea Rodman Interiors

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Incredible Kitchen Extension With Custom Bar

Opun

This custom home bar is the cherry on top of the home extension and really brings an additional 'wow' factor to the entire project. We'll take a vodka martini, shaken, not stirred.

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.

Monterey Casita

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass sheet splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Beverage Stations - Wine Cellars - Wet Bars

The Cleary Company

Custom Amish built cabinetry with light distressed stain. Honed granite countertops.
This is an example of a large country u-shaped seated home bar in Columbus with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, glass sheet splashback, porcelain floors, black floor and black benchtop.

Custom Bourbon Bar

KMA Storage Solutions

Teal
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.

Bay Village

KAS Interior Design

Contemporary bar that opens up to and overlooks Lake Erie. Granite counters sit atop custom black painted cabinets. Full height painted glass backsplash. Stainless steel accents. Custom aquarium. LED accent lighting. Photographer: Bill Web

Shaughnessy Luxe

Van Arbour Design

Paul Grdina Photography
Inspiration for a large asian single-wall wet bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Broomfield Contemporary

Project:Kitchens, LLC

Alex Bowman
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback and ceramic floors.

Lake Carillon Transitional

Atwood Custom Homes

Inspiration for a large transitional galley wet bar in Dallas with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback and glass sheet splashback.

Juke Box Bar

Valley Cabinet Inc.

contemporary bar, maple painted black w/ sparkle finish, Torquay Cambria countertop, mirrored back
Small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, black cabinets, quartz benchtops and glass sheet splashback.

Laguna Niguel Kitchen

Casafina Interior Design

Contemporary Grey painted shaker style cabinets with Cambria quartz countertops; pendant lighting above peninsula; hardwood flooring; coordinating bar area with wine captain

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.

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.

Walnut

Eurolux Kitchens Ltd.

Design ideas for a small modern single-wall wet bar in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, porcelain floors and white floor.

Valley Ridge Residence

Elle Cherie | Inspired Interiors

Inspiration for a small contemporary galley wet bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

NARI 2020 REGIONAL WINNER - ENTIRE HOUSE OVER $1M

Elite Kitchen & Bath/Express Contracting

This amazing European bistro style bar sits in the middle of an open concept Manhattan apartment. The light column adds a festive showy theme to this entertaining space. The curve of the bar – 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. Bar area installation included a semi precious agate stone countertop, fabric sandwiched backsplash and custom pullouts for alcohol. The bar has a lighted lower level counter space for mixing drinks. And with the unique light column, it would be hard to break a glass. Pearlized wallpaper throughout.

The ZanziBar!

Dovetail Group LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized eclectic u-shaped wet bar in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rambler Remodel - Edina, MN

Quigley Architects

Photographer: Modern House Productions
Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury galley home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, blue splashback, glass sheet splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Glass Sheet 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.