Mid-sized eclectic single-wall wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Custom Finished Basement Wet Bar

CTS Remodeling LLC

Large, finished basement featuring many specialty items. Built in storage bench, bookcase, hidden storage in pillars, storage closets, storeroom and full bath. The design is completed by a custom bar and lots of elegant trim details throughout the space. and a full bathroom.

Sand Point Home Theater and Backyard Pavillion

Board & Vellum

Photo of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Seattle with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Rancho Santa Fe Remodel

Steffen Construction & Design

This is an example of a small mediterranean single-wall home bar in San Diego with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Bedford Street Residence

Stallion Homes

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, vinyl floors and beige benchtop.

Traditional Kitchen

Shore & Country Kitchens

We were challenged to take a 90's angular kitchen and make it current. The dark stained oversized hood makes a bold statement that anchors the room. We maximized space by creating two islands that each offer their own workstation.

East London Apartment

Casa Arana

A few to a contemporary apartment with a soft eclectic twist. The open plan living room and kitchen separation is marked by stunning quartzite 'Bianco Eclipsia' aka 'Moon Rock' water-fall feature.

Modern Condo Reimagined

Wiles Design Group

This remodel transformed two condos into one, overcoming access challenges. We designed the space for a seamless transition, adding function with a laundry room, powder room, bar, and entertaining space. This bar area boasts ample open and closed storage, a spacious counter with seating, and a refrigerator – ideal for seamless entertaining in a beautifully curated space. ---Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/cedar-rapids-condo-remodel

Contemporary Farmhouse Forever Home

12/12 Architects & Planners

Inspiration for a country single-wall home bar in Chicago with no sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Liberty Kitchen Pantry

Shikles Cabinets

Photo of a large modern galley home bar in Kansas City with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Hermosa Beach Custom

Hudson Home

This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Splendid, Blue New Kitchen

DYM Builders Group, Inc.

Introducing a modern take on a classic home design with our new construction home. Step into a warm and inviting entrance, the perfect prelude for what's to come. A beautifully designed open kitchen awaits, complete with rich navy blue cabinets that complement the wooden flooring. The white marble walls add to the sleek, chic style of the space. Our new construction home is the perfect choice for those who want a stylish and contemporary living space that offers the best of both form and function.

Jeter Road

Tag & Associates, LLC

Beautiful wine bar with tile accent
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall home bar in Dallas with beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Hermosa Beach Custom

Hudson Home

Mid-sized beach style galley wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Bring the entertainment to your house

House of L

Photo of a large transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Cleveland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Hester Basement Bar & Kitchen Addition

Falcon Development

Live edge walnut slab with black epoxy resin
Photo of a large country u-shaped seated home bar in Other with an integrated sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Windows

SoCal Contractor

Lori Dennis Interior Design SoCal Contractor Construction Mark Tanner Photography
Photo of a large traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback and light hardwood floors.

Watermark at Bearspaw | Farmhouse - Lower Level Kitchen

Andison Residential Design

Lower Level Bar Modern Farmhouse Calgary, Alberta
Mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, plywood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Canal Walk Project - Custom New Construction Bucks County

Milex Residential

Country home bar in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Hood 17

Rayna Vogel Interior Design, LLC

Good kitchen design means everything has a place and is easily accessed PLUS looks good doing it. Here function meets form in the creation of this bar area where all beverages and accessories are stored together. If you’re hunting through multiple cabinets and drawers to make one drink it’s time for your free kitchen consult!

Home Bar Design Ideas with Marble Benchtops and Ceramic 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.