This is an example of a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, carpet, grey floor and black benchtop.

Modern Lake Home

Alair Homes Clemson

Inspiration for a beach style galley home bar in Other with no sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Providence at Atlanta National Kitchen

B Interiors

Dry bar got a facelift as well, with new cabinets, black granite countertops, a beverage refrigerator and a new marble backsplash.
Transitional home bar in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback and black benchtop.

Bar

Mindframe Inc

The walnut appointed bar cabinets are topped by a black marble counter too. The bar is lit through a massive glass wall that opens into a below grade patio. The wall of the bar is adorned by a stunning pieces of artwork, a light resembling light sabers.

Asheford Green Bar

Delphinium Design

At the bar we used a one-of-a-kind leathered marble countertop and backsplash for the perfect wow factor! Photography: Tiffany Ringwald Builder: Ekren Construction

Selected Hospitality Projects

Studio Percale

DND Speakeasy bar at Vintry & Mercer hotel
Large traditional galley wet bar in London with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Modern Bachelor Pad

Tosti Design

Design ideas for a small modern single-wall wet bar in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor, black benchtop and an undermount sink.

Bogart 1

Studio Design Elements

Mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, white floor and black benchtop.

Reimagined Edwardian

CAB Architects

Pass-through bar between the kitchen and dining room, with dark turquoise base cabinets, black counters, creamy upper cabinets, and whimsical semi-circle hardware above.

Recent Projects

ERA STONE & TILE

This is an example of an eclectic wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback and black benchtop.

Cinthia Residence

Bureau Namas

Inspiration for a large beach style galley wet bar in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Orenda Wet Bar

Mimi & Hill interiors

This is an example of a transitional wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, black benchtop and beige floor.

Ocean Ridge - Entire House Remodel and Design

ADU Contractors - Build. Design. Remodel.

Designed this dry bar and chose all materials and installed everything. Even chose the furnishings for this.
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall home bar in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Fun and Chic

Showcase Kitchens

Transitional wet bar in New York with a drop-in sink, black cabinets, marble benchtops, marble splashback, light hardwood floors and black 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.

Great Room Fireplace & Kitchen Remodel

Southern Showcase

Gray bar cabinets, granite top, glass shelves & chisleled gray stone backsplash. Includes a wine cooler.
Inspiration for a small transitional home bar in Other with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, travertine floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Lake Wylie Wonder

Spain Construction

Finished basement with deluxe wet bar leads out to pool deck with wall of sliding glass doors.
This is an example of a large beach style galley home bar in Charlotte with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Fishtown Row

Wyant Architecture

A rich palette of color and natural materials adds warmth and visual drama to the new kitchen.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback and black benchtop.

Louise Ave.

Sophea Interior Designs

This is an example of a country single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with light wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, black splashback, marble splashback, ceramic floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Various Projects

Built Tough Construction of North Georgia

Inspiration for a transitional home bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback and black benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Marble Splashback and Black Benchtop

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.