Glass doors were added on either side of this drinks/ media unit breaking up the monotony of repetitive, solid fronts. With integrated lighting, the glazed cabinets also offer a fantastic opportunity for the clients to style up their favourite glasses and barware.

Kitchen Renovations

restyle design, llc

We converted this client's dining room to a sitting area with a large bar. Grey cabinetry, white quartz counters, statement backsplash and rustic farmhouse lighting.

2023 Jagoe Homes

Jagoe Homes Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall home bar in Louisville with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Industrial Chef's Kitchen

Luxe Nest

Photo of a small industrial single-wall home bar in Chicago with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, ceramic floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Beautiful bars of Belle Meade

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped wet bar in Nashville with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Mount Pleasant Residence

Loop Interior Design Inc.

Mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Calgary with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey benchtop, an undermount sink, grey splashback, stone slab splashback and light hardwood floors.

Castle Grey Shaker

Wholesale Cabinets

Contemporary home bar in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors and white benchtop.

Artistic Mix | Beaverton Kitchen Remodel

Mountainwood Homes

Bedrosian Cloe White straight stack horizontal tiles and EleQuence Meadow Mist quartz countertops carry the kitchen design throughout the space. The mix of of Alder lower cabinets and painted Grizzle Gray (SW 7068) upper cabinets give this Beaverton kitchen remodel a fresh look.

Basement Bar Backsplash

Castle Building Company

The bar has a fridge and open and covered cabinets and an undermount sink. This is a closeup of the backsplash.
Design ideas for a small country single-wall wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback and ceramic floors.

Mud Room/Laundry Room/Wet Bar

Asbury Remodeling & Construction, LLC

Photo of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Raleigh with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and carpet.

Paradise Valley House Remodel WA

Luxury Remodels Company

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall home bar in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Benders Landing Custom Home

Interior Design Concepts

Photo of a transitional u-shaped wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, mirror splashback, porcelain floors and grey benchtop.

Washington

Dan Rak Design

Our client came to us after purchasing a 2,500 square foot, 2-bedroom 2 1/2 bath unit in Chicago's hot West Loop neighborhood. The unit had great space and was in a great location, but there was a lot of wasted space and it looked like a 1990s Las Vegas hotel suite (complete with floor to ceiling water feature). We tore out all of the finishes and re-configured the floor plan to allow better flow. We even found space for an additional bedroom, taking the unit from a two bedroom to a three bedroom and greatly increasing it's value. In the end, our client was left with a tailored and stylish urban home that is aslo comfortable and approachable. Photo by Eric Hausman

Seattle

Hedlund Painting

Photo of a large country u-shaped seated home bar in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Private Residence - Center City West

Cherie Stein Interiors

Elena Jasic Photography
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

In Town Living

New River Building Co.

Design ideas for a traditional wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback and white benchtop.

Luxury Painted and Ebony Kitchen

Designer Kitchen by Morgan

This classically styled in-framed kitchen has drawn upon art deco and contemporary influences to create an evolutionary design that delivers microscopic detail at every turn. The kitchen uses exotic finishes both inside and out with the cabinetry posts being specially designed to feature mirrored collars and the inside of the larder unit being custom lined with a specially commissioned crushed glass. The kitchen island is completely bespoke, a unique installation that has been designed to maximise the functional potential of the space whilst delivering a powerful visual aesthetic. The island was positioned diagonally across the room which created enough space to deliver a design that was not restricted by the architecture and which surpassed expectations. This also maximised the functional potential of the space and aided movement throughout the room. The soft geometry and fluid nature of the island design originates from the cylindrical drum unit which is set in the foreground as you enter the room. This dark ebony unit is positioned at the main entry point into the kitchen and can be seen from the front entrance hallway. This dark cylinder unit contrasts deeply against the floor and the surrounding cabinetry and is designed to be a very powerful visual hook drawing the onlooker into the space. The drama of the island is enhanced further through the complex array of bespoke cabinetry that effortlessly flows back into the room drawing the onlooker deeper into the space. Each individual island section was uniquely designed to reflect the opulence required for this exclusive residence. The subtle mixture of door profiles and finishes allowed the island to straddle the boundaries between traditional and contemporary design whilst the acute arrangement of angles and curves melt together to create a luxurious mix of materials, layers and finishes. All of which aid the functionality of the kitchen providing the user with multiple preparation zones and an area for casual seating. In order to enhance the impact further we carefully considered the lighting within the kitchen including the design and installation of a bespoke bulkhead ceiling complete with plaster cornice and colour changing LED lighting. Photos by: Derek Robinson

Mountain Modern

NORTH STAR KITCHENS

Modern open bar showcasing clients special wines as well as liquors displayed openly.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, medium hardwood floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

High Rise Heaven

DDK Kitchen Design Group

Sophistication in a Chicago high rise. Designer Anne Dempsey for DDK Kitchen Design Group has come up with a masterpiece for the entire condo. These Dutch Made Cabinets are maple with a paint and glaze. Stunningly simple flat panel door that is clean, crisp and sophisticated. The chrome doors are the perfect added touch. Moving on to the living area the walls are paneled in the same beautiful maple with the butlers pantry included. Perfect form and function in this bedroom built in dresser. All customized for the client with built in television, glass doors and felt lined drawers for personal items. Photographs by Mike Kaskel

Jordan Remodel

R|House Design Build

Lower Level Bar
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Grey Cabinets and Quartzite Benchtops

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.