Photo of a mid-sized contemporary galley wet bar in Miami with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback and terra-cotta floors.

Bar Cabinets

Custom Construction Imports, Inc

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall seated home bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Harmonious Luxury Basement Bar in Southampton

Bakes & Kropp Fine Cabinetry

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley wet bar in New York with beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Retired on Big Spirit with plenty of room for the Family

3D Builders

Design ideas for an expansive transitional l-shaped wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Custom Walk Up Bar

WL Kitchen & Home

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall seated home bar in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, laminate floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Basement Bar

Divine Custom Homes

This is an example of a country wet bar in Minneapolis with medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops and brown splashback.

Kemp Homes Model in Frontenac

Wilson Lighting

Small transitional single-wall wet bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Chiming Bells Residence

Berglund Architects

Ric Stovall
Large transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback and light hardwood floors.

Woodley Park Living Areas Renovations

Jordan Design-Build Group

The owners engaged us to conduct a full house renovation to bring this historic stone mansion back to its former glory. One of the highest priorities was updating the main floor’s more public spaces which serve as the diplomat's primary representation areas where special events are hosted. Worn wall-to-wall carpet was removed revealing original oak hardwood floors that were sanded and refinished with an Early American stain. Great attention to detail was given to the selection, customization and installation of new drapes, carpets and runners all of which had to complement the home’s existing antique furniture. The striking red runner gives new life to the grand hall and winding staircase and makes quite an impression upon entering the property. New ceilings, medallions, chandeliers and a fresh coat of paint elevate the spaces to their fullest potential. A customized bar was added to an adjoining sunroom that serves as spillover space for formal events and a more intimate setting for casual gatherings.

Marshall St. Bar +

LaBonte Construction

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall home bar in Milwaukee with no sink, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Caulfield North Private Residence

Cazam Kitchens

Steven Sklifas Photography
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Melbourne with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and marble splashback.

Butlers Pantry

Petrucci Johnson Homes

Photo of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Detroit with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and black benchtop.

UFP Rustic Edge Barnwood

Sprenger Midwest

Accent wall perfect for creating warm spaces. Using UFP Edge Rustic Barnwood for project.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, timber splashback, laminate floors and multi-coloured floor.

2015 Custom

TR Design Group "The" Residential Design Group

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary seated home bar in Detroit with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets and marble benchtops.

Beautiful Malibu Lookout

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Beautiful modern home in Malibu, featuring designs by Ligne Roset, Fiam Italia, Baleri Italia, Driade, and more. (Available at our Los Angeles showroom)

Palos Park Kitchen

Inside Looks by debi Ross

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Montecito

Indian Wells Interiors

Beautiful Bar and Man's cave
Design ideas for a large galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Modern Victorian Gem

Copper Leaf Interior Design Studio

Rick Lee Photo
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Kansa Ave Residence

AAHA Studio

Morning Bar in Master Bedroom Vestibule
Mid-sized contemporary galley home bar in Los Angeles with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, cement tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Zbranek Holt Custom Homes

Austin Wood Works

Photo of a mediterranean l-shaped wet bar in Austin with raised-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, an undermount sink and medium wood cabinets.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Medium Wood Cabinets and 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.