Lower Level Bar With Whiskey Barrel Planks, Gray Cabinets, and Black Quartz

A lower level home bar in a Bettendorf Iowa home with LED-lit whiskey barrel planks, Koch Knotty Alder gray cabinetry, and Cambria Quartz counters in Charlestown design. Galveston series pendant lighting by Quorum also featured. Design and select materials by Village Home Stores for Kerkhoff Homes of the Quad Cities.

OASIS AT HOME

Dona Rosene Interiors

Photo of a large transitional single-wall wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Foundry Coffee Bar

Wood Trends Inc.,

The Foundry is a locally owned and operated nonprofit company, We were privileged to work with them in finishing the Coffee and Bar Space. With specific design and functions, we helped create a workable space with function and design.

The Dulwich House - Under stairs bar

Fraher & Findlay Architects Ltd

For this project we made all the bespoke joinery in our workshop - staircases, shelving, doors, under stairs bar -you name it - we made it.
Inspiration for a contemporary home bar in London with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, black splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Hilton Home

McCall Homes

Photo of a transitional single-wall home bar in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, white benchtop, no sink, black splashback and brown floor.

Victoria Crescent

Hammerdown Home Reno. & General Construction Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, black splashback, marble floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Distillery District Condo

AC Interiors Design & Build

This bar was created in an unused hallway space. It also provides extra storage for kitchen over flow.
This is an example of a small modern single-wall home bar in Toronto with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Transitional

Mabry Design

Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley wet bar in Cleveland with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Dayna Flory Interior Remodel in Birmingham

Martin Vecchio Photography

Martin Vecchio Photography
Photo of a transitional home bar in Detroit with grey cabinets, onyx benchtops and black splashback.

Kenwood Parkway, Minneapolis

Archos Architecture & Design, P.A.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback and carpet.

Pebble Trail Way Project

Studio 853 design

Photographer: Kevin Belanger Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wet bar in Ottawa with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Metal Mosaic Tiles

BELK Tile

The Windmill Metal mosaic in gunmetal finish used in a wet bar for a home. Brushed Gun Metal Tile Windmill Mosaic Tile Size: Random Size Sheet Size: 13" x 11" Sheet Coverage: 1.00 Square Feet Material: Brushed Gun Metal Pressed over Porcelain

Pantries & Wine Bars

California Closets, San Francisco

Floor-to-Ceiling Wine Bar
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall home bar in San Francisco with flat-panel cabinets, dark hardwood floors, grey cabinets and black splashback.

Rutt Cabinetry - Bold Styled Kitchen - Drury Design

Rutt Quality Cabinetry

"This beautiful design started with a clean open slate and lots of design opportunities. The homeowner was looking for a large oversized spacious kitchen designed for easy meal prep for multiple cooks and room for entertaining a large oversized family. The architect’s plans had a single island with large windows on both main walls. The one window overlooked the unattractive side of a neighbor’s house while the other was not large enough to see the beautiful large back yard. The kitchen entry location made the mudroom extremely small and left only a few design options for the kitchen layout. The almost 14’ high ceilings also gave lots of opportunities for a unique design, but care had to be taken to still make the space feel warm and cozy. After drawing four design options, one was chosen that relocated the entry from the mudroom, making the mudroom a lot more accessible. A prep island across from the range and an entertaining island were included. The entertaining island included a beverage refrigerator for guests to congregate around and to help them stay out of the kitchen work areas. The small island appeared to be floating on legs and incorporates a sink and single dishwasher drawer for easy clean up of pots and pans. The end result was a stunning spacious room for this large extended family to enjoy." - Drury Design Features cabinetry from Rutt

Conversational Crawl Space

The Remodel Group

A live edge bar height counter to match the live edge shelves above the bar.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Everwood - Modern Ranch

Visbeen Architects

Builder: Brad DeHaan Homes Photographer: Brad Gillette Every day feels like a celebration in this stylish design that features a main level floor plan perfect for both entertaining and convenient one-level living. The distinctive transitional exterior welcomes friends and family with interesting peaked rooflines, stone pillars, stucco details and a symmetrical bank of windows. A three-car garage and custom details throughout give this compact home the appeal and amenities of a much-larger design and are a nod to the Craftsman and Mediterranean designs that influenced this updated architectural gem. A custom wood entry with sidelights match the triple transom windows featured throughout the house and echo the trim and features seen in the spacious three-car garage. While concentrated on one main floor and a lower level, there is no shortage of living and entertaining space inside. The main level includes more than 2,100 square feet, with a roomy 31 by 18-foot living room and kitchen combination off the central foyer that’s perfect for hosting parties or family holidays. The left side of the floor plan includes a 10 by 14-foot dining room, a laundry and a guest bedroom with bath. To the right is the more private spaces, with a relaxing 11 by 10-foot study/office which leads to the master suite featuring a master bath, closet and 13 by 13-foot sleeping area with an attractive peaked ceiling. The walkout lower level offers another 1,500 square feet of living space, with a large family room, three additional family bedrooms and a shared bath.

Asheford Green Bar

Delphinium Design

At the bar we used a one-of-a-kind leathered marble countertop and backsplash for the perfect wow factor! Photography: Tiffany Ringwald Builder: Ekren Construction

Modern Industrial Loft kitchen, bar & coffee bar

Snaidero Houston

Coffee bar with industrial style in Snaidero italian cabinetry utilizing LOFT collection by Michele Marcon. Melamine cabinets in Pewter and Sink Utility Block

Transitional

Mabry Design

Mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Cleveland with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, black splashback, subway tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Transitional Home Bar

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped home bar in Portland with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Grey Cabinets and Black 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.