Lynne Barton Bier - Home on the Range Interiors

Tim Murphy - photographer
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall home bar in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

The Back Road

Talie Jane Interiors

Brad Scott Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Madison Traditional Pub & Bath Remodel

Architectural Building Arts, Inc.

Photography by Joe De Maio
Design ideas for a traditional home bar in Other with raised-panel cabinets, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors and green benchtop.

Hughes Project

Steven M Roche Design Build

This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Universal Design Challenge in a Period Victorian Style Kitchen & Home

Clawson Cabinets

It has been dubbed the "Scullery Area" and is part Butler's Pantry/Part Wet Par/Part Coffee station. It provides a second sink and dishwasher for clean up after larger family events and the pocket doors and lift doors provide storage at counter level and a way to hide the various countertop appliances that are necessary but not always the most glamorous. The coffee and tea station holds everything you need with easy access to the family room and refrigerator. It promotes a welcoming help yourself as well as self-sufficiency among family, friends and guests.

White Shaker Kitchen

Studio C Kitchen & Bath, LLC

Mid-sized traditional single-wall home bar in Boston with no sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Memorial Riad

Marion Interior Design

This is an example of an expansive mediterranean galley seated home bar in Houston with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, green benchtop and an undermount sink.

Bar Areas

Platt Builders

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Lincoln Street

Joy Design + Build

Photo of a traditional wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, medium hardwood floors and green benchtop.

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.

Lower Level Bar

Homes by Design

This bar area features a seating area that looks toward the back wall integrating four TVs of different sizes. Each of these screens can act independently showing up to four programs or act as one. The area also features a pizza oven and small kitchen appliances in a side room.

Custom Kitchen Lighting Solutions

DeBlois Electric, Inc.

Enjoy a drink at this custom home bar with cabinet lighting.
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall home bar in Portland Maine with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, green splashback, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and green benchtop.

Reduced Heat and Glare

SOLARWORKS Glass 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
Small transitional single-wall home bar in Atlanta with glass benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Madison Traditional Pub & Bath Remodel

Architectural Building Arts, Inc.

Photography by Joe De Maio
Inspiration for a large traditional home bar in Other with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, green benchtop and mirror splashback.

Eclectic French Country

Studio 38 Designs, Inc.

In the bar area. We removed the existing cabinetry and in place of the old wall cabinets we created a custom arched alcove with floating shelves. A bar sink was added along with a beverage refrigerator to create a wet bar. The emerald green quartzite is also used as the countertop in the bar area.

Provencal Splendor

May Construction, Inc.

The light filled grand kitchen sets the stage for this exquisite French inspired design. Painted maple cabinets, an apron-front sink, and lavish marble island countertop create a sophisticated setting for cooking and socializing alike. Rich in texture and depth, the perimeter walls are lined with an intricate black soapstone backsplash, as the distinctive hand wrapped plaster hood sits proudly above the handsome dual la flange range. While it may be hard to replicate the beauty or the aged patina of a provincial chateau, we embraced and preserved unique features of this home to add gallic charm. The original solid oak front doors were re-stained, resized and purposely re-used as the statement making pantry doors. A pair of hand carved limestone cast fireplaces, warm brass fixtures and an abundance of natural stone add a touch of modern-day style.

Jeff Dow Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, green benchtop, brown floor, raised-panel cabinets and medium hardwood floors.

Hughes Project

Steven M Roche Design Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Hughes Project

Steven M Roche Design Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized midcentury single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, green splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Medium Hardwood Floors and Green Benchtop

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.