This is an example of a small modern single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Park City Parade of Homes 2017

Foremost Interiors

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, carpet, grey floor, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, ceramic splashback and grey benchtop.

Contemporary Toronto Home Design

Fausto Cortese Architects

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Toronto with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, beige floor, a drop-in sink and light hardwood floors.

Home Show Expo 2017: Bar and Entertainment Space

accents + interiors

This space is made for entertaining.The full bar includes a microwave, sink and full full size refrigerator along with ample cabinets so you have everything you need on hand without running to the kitchen. Upholstered swivel barstools provide extra seating and an easy view of the bartender or screen. Even though it's on the lower level, lots of windows provide plenty of natural light so the space feels anything but dungeony. Wall color, tile and materials carry over the general color scheme from the upper level for a cohesive look, while darker cabinetry and reclaimed wood accents help set the space apart. Jake Boyd Photography

Showroom

Heart of the Home Cabinetry & Design

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Baltimore with dark hardwood floors, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback and brown floor.

Slopeside Wine Cellar

CLB Architects

Design ideas for a country home bar in Other with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, stainless steel benchtops and grey splashback.

Engerman

Engerman Companies

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Milwaukee with dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, brown floor and brown benchtop.

FLYNN KITCHEN

Kate Roos Design LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped home bar in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

W. Point Remodel

Tays & Co Design Studios

Inspiration for a beach style single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, grey splashback and white benchtop.

Silverlake Renovation

WAKE + LOOM DESIGN

Design ideas for a small scandinavian single-wall home bar in Los Angeles with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Privé 808S

Interiors by Steven G

Barry Grossman Photography
Photo of a contemporary galley home bar in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, grey splashback, white floor and white benchtop.

Modern Edgy Basement

Designing Interiors Inc

Marina Storm
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, brick splashback, dark hardwood floors and grey floor.

Barto home makeover

Bella Casa Kitchen and Bath

Small transitional single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown cabinets.

WH B

BRÜNING INTERIORS

Gäste willkommen. Die integrierte Hausbar mit Weintemperierschrank und Bierzapfanlage bieten beste Verköstigung.
Photo of a small scandinavian single-wall home bar in Other with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

The Dunes

Scott Christopher Homes

High atop a wooded dune, a quarter-mile-long steel boardwalk connects a lavish garage/loft to a 6,500-square-foot modern home with three distinct living spaces. The stunning copper-and-stone exterior complements the multiple balconies, Ipe decking and outdoor entertaining areas, which feature an elaborate grill and large swim spa. In the main structure, which uses radiant floor heat, the enchanting wine grotto has a large, climate-controlled wine cellar. There is also a sauna, elevator, and private master balcony with an outdoor fireplace.

Giddy Up!

Kimball Modern Design + Interiors

Contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, light hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

32nd Street Residence

DesignbyRuchi

I designed a custom bar with a wine fridge, base cabinets, waterfall counterop and floating shelves above. The floating shelves were to display the beautiful collection of bottles the home owners had. To make a feature wall, as an an alternative to the intertia, expense and dust associated with tile, I used wallpaper. Fear not, its vynil and can take some water damage, one quick qipe and done. We stayed on budget by using Ikea cabinets with custom cabinet fronts from semihandmade. In the foyer beyond, we added floor to ceiling storage and a surface that they use as a foyer console table.

The Highlander - Scotch Bar

The Interior Design Group

Mid-sized traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback, medium hardwood floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Bars and Entertainment

Blu Ink Interiors, Interior Design, Kitchen & Bath

Woodharbor Custom Cabinetry
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Bridge Street

Marcye Philbrook

Siri Blanchette of Blind Dog Photo
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped home bar in Boston with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Flat-panel Cabinets and Grey 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.