This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Baltimore with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

1819 Cherry St.

Workshop Estates

Industrial home bar in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, light hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Woodlands Contemporary

Windham Builders

The Woodlands, 2013 - New Construction
Design ideas for a contemporary seated home bar in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and grey benchtop.

Just the beginnings...

Rockface Concrete Artisans LLC

10'2'' foam core countertop with lots of movement.
This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall home bar in New York with medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Contemporary Entertainment Room with Barnwood Bar area.

Llama Architects

Stylish Drinks Bar area in this contemporary family home with sky-frame opening system creating fabulous indoor-outdoor luxury living. Stunning Interior Architecture & Interior design by Janey Butler Interiors. With bespoke concrete & barnwood details, stylish barnwood pocket doors & barnwod Gaggenau wine fridges. Crestron & Lutron home automation throughout and beautifully styled by Janey Butler Interiors with stunning Italian & Dutch design furniture.

Basement Bar

Mitch Danforth

Country l-shaped home bar in Raleigh with medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, ceramic floors and grey floor.

Bars

Webber Coleman Woodworks

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Samples

Gotcha Covered of South Shore

Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped home bar in Tampa with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops and grey benchtop.

Strawberry Hollow Farm Basement Bar

MK Designs LLC

Rustic basement bar with Kegarator & concrete countertops.
Design ideas for a small country u-shaped wet bar in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, porcelain floors and grey benchtop.

Outdoor Entertaining Area

schubatcontracting

Photo Credits-Schubat Contracting and Renovations Century Old reclaimed lumber, Chicago common brick and pavers, Bevolo Gas lights, unique concrete countertops, all combine with the slate flooring for a virtually maintenance free Outdoor Room.

Spencer Court

Double Diamond Property & Construction

Photo of a large country u-shaped seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, concrete floors and grey floor.

Napa Ranch House

JMA (Jim Murphy and Associates)

Adrian Gregorutti
Inspiration for a country galley wet bar in San Francisco with beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Project 1427 Whole House Remodel 2 Story Addition Kitchen Basement Wet Bar Mpls

Castle Building & Remodeling

Taking good care of this home and taking time to customize it to their family, the owners have completed four remodel projects with Castle. The 2nd floor addition was completed in 2006, which expanded the home in back, where there was previously only a 1st floor porch. Now, after this remodel, the sunroom is open to the rest of the home and can be used in all four seasons. On the 2nd floor, the home’s footprint greatly expanded from a tight attic space into 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The kitchen remodel, which took place in 2013, reworked the floorplan in small, but dramatic ways. The doorway between the kitchen and front entry was widened and moved to allow for better flow, more countertop space, and a continuous wall for appliances to be more accessible. A more functional kitchen now offers ample workspace and cabinet storage, along with a built-in breakfast nook countertop. All new stainless steel LG and Bosch appliances were ordered from Warners’ Stellian. Another remodel in 2016 converted a closet into a wet bar allows for better hosting in the dining room. In 2018, after this family had already added a 2nd story addition, remodeled their kitchen, and converted the dining room closet into a wet bar, they decided it was time to remodel their basement. Finishing a portion of the basement to make a living room and giving the home an additional bathroom allows for the family and guests to have more personal space. With every project, solid oak woodwork has been installed, classic countertops and traditional tile selected, and glass knobs used. Where the finished basement area meets the utility room, Castle designed a barn door, so the cat will never be locked out of its litter box. The 3/4 bathroom is spacious and bright. The new shower floor features a unique pebble mosaic tile from Ceramic Tileworks. Bathroom sconces from Creative Lighting add a contemporary touch. Overall, this home is suited not only to the home’s original character; it is also suited to house the owners’ family for a lifetime. This home will be featured on the 2019 Castle Home Tour, September 28 – 29th. Showcased projects include their kitchen, wet bar, and basement. Not on tour is a second-floor addition including a master suite.

High Gloss Kitchen and Barn Board Bar

ICW Cabinetry

Chrissy Vensel Photography
Inspiration for a small country single-wall home bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, mirror splashback and light hardwood floors.

Clubhouse Court

Kasper Custom Home Remodeling

This room, off of the kitchen, houses chilled wines as well as equipment and accessories for making a perfect cup of coffee. This room is a great place to start and end the day.

Manshed

Paul Uhlmann Architects

Christopher Frederick Jones
Inspiration for a small country single-wall home bar in Brisbane with an integrated sink, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback and flat-panel cabinets.

Spencer Court

Double Diamond Property & Construction

This is an example of a large country u-shaped seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, concrete floors and grey floor.

Downtown High-Rise

Laura Manchee Designs

Dry Bar with Stained Concrete Counter and Blue Plaster Wall - 2009 ASID Winner | Photo Credit: Miro Dvorscak
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, blue splashback, glass tile splashback and porcelain floors.

Strawberry Hollow Farm Basement Bar

MK Designs LLC

Rustic basement bar with Kegarator & concrete countertops.
Inspiration for a small country u-shaped wet bar in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, brown splashback, brick splashback, porcelain floors and grey benchtop.

Contemporary Farmhouse

EKO Development

Large transitional galley wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, white splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Medium Wood Cabinets and Concrete 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.