Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, subway tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Lovely Island Escape

Robert Paige Cabinetry LLC

Photos by William Quarles. Architect Tyler Smyth Built by Robert Paige Cabinetry
Inspiration for a large traditional galley seated home bar in Charleston with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Awkward to Amazing main floor renovation

12/12 Architects & Planners

This is an example of a large transitional single-wall home bar in Chicago with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Relocated Family Oasis

Regarding Design

The scenic village of Mountain Brook Alabama, known for its hills, scenic trails and quiet tree-lined streets. The family found a charming traditional 2-story brick house that was newly built. The trick was to make it into a home. How the family would move throughout the home on a daily basis was the guiding principle in creating dedicated spots for crafting, homework, two separate offices, family time and livable outdoor space that is used year round. Out of the chaos of relocation, an oasis emerged. Leveraging a simple white color palette, layers of texture, organic materials and an occasional pop of color, a sense of polished comfort comes to life.

Interiors

Schneider Construction & Restoration

Photo of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in New Orleans with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Impeccable Charm

All Star Premier Homes, LLC

This is an example of a large country single-wall wet bar in New Orleans with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Delray Noir

Nikki Levy Interiors

This 22' bar is a show piece like none other. Oversized and dramatic, it creates drama as the epicenter of the home. The hidden cabinet behind the agate acrylic panel is a true piece of art.

New Jersey - New Construction

Elise Designs Homes

Navy blue butlers pantry with marble countertop and backsplash. Small stainless steel single with single faucet. Undercounter wine fridge with stainless steel front and counterop pantry cabinet.

Yarranabbe House

Kate Nixon

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Sydney with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Lebanon, TN Custom Home

Noble Johnson Architects

Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Nashville with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, medium hardwood floors, white benchtop, subway tile splashback and brown floor.

Abbey Birmingham Michigan

PRM Custom Builders

Inspiration for a large country wet bar in Detroit with distressed cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Modern Spanish Estate - Bar

H. Ryan Studio

Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, terra-cotta splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Hyde Street Condo - Wine Bar

Christopher Shields & Company

Custom wine bar including two integrated wine/beer refrigerators and plenty of drawers for supplies and tools. Wall mount glass cabinets for viewing glassware. Mirrored back splash for sparkle and reflection. Interior Architecture/Design by Two Dragonflies SF, Inc. (Cheryl DuCote, Susan Marazza), General Contractor Peter Downey Construction Company, Inc., All Natural Stone & Tile, Eric Rorer Photography

Madison Home Renovation

Hofmann Design Build, Inc.

Peter Fornabai
Design ideas for a transitional home bar in New York with marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, glass-front cabinets and grey cabinets.

Remodeling Idea: Coffee Bar

John Rogers Renovations

A Morning Coffee Bar
Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Whimsical Cottage Complete Renovation

Woodstock Cabinet Company

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Other with glass-front cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Lake Harriet Colonial - Bar

ROSEMARY MERRILL DESIGN

Designed by Rosemary Merrill & Kate Roos Photography by Andrea Rugg
Photo of a small traditional single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Ashland Street Butler's Pantry

Jamie House Design

Designing this spec home meant envisioning the future homeowners, without actually meeting them. The family we created that lives here while we were designing prefers clean simple spaces that exude character reminiscent of the historic neighborhood. By using substantial moldings and built-ins throughout the home feels like it’s been here for one hundred years. Yet with the fresh color palette rooted in nature it feels like home for a modern family.

FAIRFAX DRYBAR PROJECT 134

Woodbridge Kitchen&Bath LLC

BEATIFUL HOME DRY BAR
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall home bar in DC Metro with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

NEW CANAAN CT - Golden Touch

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

Clients that relocated from NYC fell in love with this home but wanted to update the kitchen to reflect their love of cooking. Using that mandate, the designer maximized both storage and countertops through clever space planning to utilize the existing perimeter to the fullest. The resulting space is a classic white kitchen with soft blue accents in the window treatments and seating. The main marble island was designed to maximize storage and counter surface with the second island done in walnut to match the butler’s pantry. The soft white cabinetry has a custom, brush-stroke finish with unlacquered brass hardware sourced from England. The custom hood and stainless steel backsplash with a warming shelf give the kitchen a professional look and are complemented by the SubZero glass front refrigerator and Wolf range. An upside-down edge detail on the countertops adds surface area, while interior lighting in the display cabinetry highlights dishes and serving pieces. The kitchen shines with unlacquered brass hardware and accents that patinas as it matures, but the crowning glory is the custom pot rack and light fixture by Ann-Morris that illuminates the room.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Marble Benchtops and Medium Hardwood Floors

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.