Design ideas for a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Chicago with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, limestone floors and beige floor.

A Contemporary Beach Condominium

Shuster Design Associates

Bar area in large open floor plan social space. Details include custom-made 10-foot freestanding Michelangelo marble bar, Macassar ebony bar accents and shelves, zebrawood wall paneling with a flat-panel LED television.

Private Residence

Equilibrium Interior Design Inc

This jewel bar is tacked into an alcove with very little space. Wood ceiling details play on the drywall soffit layouts and make the bar look like it simply belongs there. Various design decisions were made in order to make this little bar feel larger and allow to maximize storage. For example, there is no hanging pendants over the illuminated onyx front and the front of the bar was designed with horizontal slats and uplifting illuminated onyx slabs to keep the area open and airy. Storage is completely maximized in this little space and includes full height refrigerated wine storage with more wine storage directly above inside the cabinet. The mirrored backsplash and upper cabinets are tacked away and provide additional liquor storage beyond, but also reflect the are directly in front to offer illusion of more space. As you turn around the corner, there is a cabinet with a linear sink against the wall which not only has an obvious function, but was selected to double as a built in ice through for cooling your favorite drinks. And of course, you must have drawer storage at your bar for napkins, bar tool set, and other bar essentials. These drawers are cleverly incorporated into the design of the illuminated onyx cube on the right side of the bar without affecting the look of the illuminated part. Considering the footprint of about 55 SF, this is the best use of space incorporating everything you would possibly need in a bar… and it looks incredible! Photography: Craig Denis

Emerald Cove

Design Theory Studio

Modern-glam full house design project. Photography by: Jenny Siegwart
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall wet bar in San Diego with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, limestone floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Sleepy Hollow - Plainfield NJ

Anthony James Master Builders, LLC

Photo of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in New York with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, mirror splashback and limestone floors.

Bonita Bay, FL Transitional Kitchen and Entertainment Space

Progressive Design Build

The adjacent wet bar was updated to match the white cabinets and quartzite countertop in the kitchen. As part of the design, Progressive added a large X-style wine rack and a storage garage for the bar blender, bottles of spirits, and other drink accessories. A seedy glass insert and accent lighting completed the transformation.

Family Rm, Kitchen, Rec Rm & Screened Porch Addition

Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC

Chris Marshall
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, limestone floors and mirror splashback.

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.

Nautical Nuisance

Turner Design Firm

**American Property Awards Winner** This 6k sqft waterfront condominium was completely gutted and renovated with a keen eye for detail. We added exquisite mahogany millwork that exudes warmth and character while elevating the space with depth and dimension. The kitchen and bathroom renovations were executed with exceptional craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to quality. Every detail was carefully considered, and only the finest materials were used, resulting in stunning show-stopping spaces. Nautical elements were added with stunning glass accessories that mimic sea glass treasures, complementing the home's stunning water views. The carefully curated furnishings were chosen for comfort and sophistication. The Phillip Jeffries mica flake cork wallpaper presents a textured backdrop to the glass wall hangings and TV. RaRah Photo

Home Bar

Dominique Roberts Interiors LTD

Furthering the entertainment theme of this project this showcase home bar was designed with twin dual control wine fridges and drink mixing station.
Modern home bar in Other with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, brown splashback, mirror splashback, limestone floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

New England Contemporary

Cross Tie Construction LLC

Rick O'Brien
Expansive transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Providence with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, mirror splashback, limestone floors and brown benchtop.

Custom Home Main Line

Warren Claytor Architects

Photo of a large u-shaped seated home bar in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback and limestone floors.

Larson

Trinity Estate Homes, Ltd.

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback and limestone floors.

Orchard Home Theater

eMOD Construction Inc.

Design ideas for a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Chicago with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, limestone floors and beige floor.

Orchard Home Theater

eMOD Construction Inc.

Photo of a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Chicago with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, limestone floors and beige floor.

Orchard Home Theater

eMOD Construction Inc.

Photo of a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Chicago with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, mirror splashback, limestone floors and beige floor.

**American Property Awards Winner** This 6k sqft waterfront condominium was completely gutted and renovated with a keen eye for detail. We added exquisite mahogany millwork that exudes warmth and character while elevating the space with depth and dimension. The kitchen and bathroom renovations were executed with exceptional craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to quality. Every detail was carefully considered, and only the finest materials were used, resulting in stunning show-stopping spaces. Nautical elements were added with stunning glass accessories that mimic sea glass treasures, complementing the home's stunning water views. The carefully curated furnishings were chosen for comfort and sophistication. The Phillip Jeffries mica flake cork wallpaper presents a very textured backdrop to the glass wall hangings. RaRah Photo

Nautical Nuisance

Turner Design Firm

Home Bar Design Ideas with Mirror Splashback and Limestone 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.