Galley style butlers pantry located behind the kitchen
This is an example of a mid-sized beach style galley home bar in DC Metro with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

MCSHY MANSION

Caitlin Rae Designs

This is an example of a large modern galley seated home bar in Las Vegas with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Mill Pond Road

Betsy Bassett Interiors

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Colony Project

Thermally Broken Steel USA

Situated amongst walls of glass, this expansive living room features motorized sliding glass doors that open right up to a wraparound terrace and scenic landscape. Custom windows, doors, and hardware designed and furnished by Thermally Broken Steel USA.

ISABELLA residence

Symmetry Architects

This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean galley wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Gilbert - Full Interior Remodel

Elton R Construction

The counter top and backsplash are Carrara Marble. The cabinets are in a colonial style done by palmer woodworks. The floor time is honed limestone and honed Toledo Gray by Decostone.

Home Bar

Spacecrafting / Architectural Photography

Builder: Detail Design + Build - Architectural Designer: Charlie & Co. Design, Ltd. - Photo: Spacecrafting Photography
This is an example of a small transitional galley wet bar in Minneapolis with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback and light hardwood floors.

Custom Home Bar Shelving

An Original, Inc.

Bar shelving custom built and finished with custom cut mirrored back wall with brass support rods. Photo by Karl Baumgart.
Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped wet bar in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback and travertine floors.

French Country Character

TruKitchens

In this kitchen bar area, another workspace has been laid out to maximize the space’s hosting potential. This cozy corner features a large worktable, marble countertop, undermount sink, large wine refrigerator, and ample upper and lower cabinetry. Custom vintage-inspired mirrored cabinetry doors are a beautiful design moment bringing sparkle into the space. Cabinetry: Grabill Cabinets, Countertops: Grothouse, Great Lakes Granite, Range Hood: Raw Urth, Builder: Ron Wassenaar, Interior Designer: Diane Hasso Studios, Photography: Ashley Avila Photography

Out Of The Ordinary

Mauricio Nava Design, LLC

This is an example of an expansive transitional galley wet bar in Houston with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Alexander Palm Custom Home Build | Boca Raton

Hanna Homes

This new construction estate by Hanna Homes is prominently situated on Buccaneer Palm Waterway with a fantastic private deep-water dock, spectacular tropical grounds, and every high-end amenity you desire. The impeccably outfitted 9,500+ square foot home features 6 bedroom suites, each with its own private bathroom. The gourmet kitchen, clubroom, and living room are banked with 12′ windows that stream with sunlight and afford fabulous pool and water views. The formal dining room has a designer chandelier and is serviced by a chic glass temperature-controlled wine room. There’s also a private office area and a handsome club room with a fully-equipped custom bar, media lounge, and game space. The second-floor loft living room has a dedicated snack bar and is the perfect spot for winding down and catching up on your favorite shows.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The grounds are beautifully designed with tropical and mature landscaping affording great privacy, with unobstructed waterway views. A heated resort-style pool/spa is accented with glass tiles and a beautiful bright deck. A large covered terrace houses a built-in summer kitchen and raised floor with wood tile. The home features 4.5 air-conditioned garages opening to a gated granite paver motor court. This is a remarkable home in Boca Raton’s finest community.⁠⠀

Eureka Valley Luxury, Sister Teamwork + Down to the Studs Remodel

Julie Ruef

Olga
Mid-sized transitional wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Soho Apartment - London

Alexander Edwards Photography

A home bar area, fully stocked with drinks and snacks. Part of a beautiful contemporary apartment in soho, central London.
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley home bar in London with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback and light hardwood floors.

Lincoln Park - 1848 N. Howe St.

Middlefork Development LLC

Nathan Kirkman
Large transitional galley wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback and porcelain floors.

Norfield Court

Carte Blanche Studio

The Dining Room features a hidden wet bar tucked away behind a touch latch section of the hand-painted wallcoverings.
Small traditional single-wall home bar in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, limestone floors, grey floor and black benchtop.

City Glamour - Wet Bar

Palindrome Design, LLC

Photograph © Michael Wilkinson Photography
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, mosaic tile splashback and light hardwood floors.

Mediterranean reboot

Wieland Studio, LLC

Photo of a large traditional single-wall home bar in Other with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

MCSHY MANSION

Caitlin Rae Designs

Large modern galley seated home bar in Las Vegas with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Woodland Renovation

Deborah Leamann

This bar is part of the Family room. It has custom glass shelves, custom-designed, and fabricated stone counter. There are 2 Subzero fridges to keep beverages cold. It is wonderful to have an entertaining area.

Endlessly Elegant!

McCabe Design & Interiors

Phillip Cocker Photography The Decadent Adult Retreat! Bar, Wine Cellar, 3 Sports TV's, Pool Table, Fireplace and Exterior Hot Tub. A custom bar was designed my McCabe Design & Interiors to fit the homeowner's love of gathering with friends and entertaining whilst enjoying great conversation, sports tv, or playing pool. The original space was reconfigured to allow for this large and elegant bar. Beside it, and easily accessible for the homeowner bartender is a walk-in wine cellar. Custom millwork was designed and built to exact specifications including a routered custom design on the curved bar. A two-tiered bar was created to allow preparation on the lower level. Across from the bar, is a sitting area and an electric fireplace. Three tv's ensure maximum sports coverage. Lighting accents include slims, led puck, and rope lighting under the bar. A sonas and remotely controlled lighting finish this entertaining haven.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Marble 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.