Tony Soluri Photography
Mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, porcelain floors and multi-coloured floor.

Oak Estates

Frankel Design Build

Connie Anderson
Design ideas for an expansive traditional galley wet bar in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, soapstone benchtops, a drop-in sink, brick floors, multi-coloured floor and black benchtop.

Spanish style, Palos Verdes Estates

Melanie Giolitti Interior Design

Photography by John Lichtwarft
This is an example of a large mediterranean wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback, concrete floors, multi-coloured floor and beige benchtop.

Project Waldon

Erin Melkonian Designs

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Columbus with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, marble floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

1040 S Ocean Boulevard | Oceanfront Estate | Manalapan, Florida

Pascal Liguori & Son

Bar Area
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped wet bar in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, marble floors, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Texas Luxury Retreat

Curated Design Partners

Large transitional seated home bar in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, glass tile splashback, limestone floors, multi-coloured floor, marble benchtops and multi-coloured benchtop.

Chic Chateau

A. Perry Homes

New Orleans style bistro bar perfect for entertaining
Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Chicago with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, mirror splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Brookfield Kitchen & Laundry room

Borth - Wilson Plumbing & Bathroom Remodeling

This laundry room/ office space, kitchen and bar area were completed renovated and brought into the 21st century. Updates include all new appliances, cabinet upgrades including custom storage racks for spices, cookie sheets, pantry storage with roll outs and more all while keeping with the home's colonial style.

Bar

Ken Otke Construction Company

Photo of a large country galley wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, glass sheet splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtop and laminate benchtops.

Westchester Home

Spinn Construction, Inc.

Photo of a transitional home bar in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, multi-coloured floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rehoboth Beach Camp Meeting Cottage

Douglas & Company, Inc.

Photo of a small traditional single-wall home bar in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Historically Classy

Kitchen Ideas, LLC

This bright & beautiful traditional kitchen includes a separate beverage area with small microwave oven, under counter Sub-Zero beverage refrigerator and mirror backsplash. The cabinets are UltraCraft Crystal Lake Maple with a Melted Brie painted finish with brushed granite counter top.

Leonhard Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Design ideas for a large beach style galley wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Presley Rd Timbered Shop

Shelter Associates

Along with hunting, both homeowners enjoy the sport of fly-fishing. As such, this seated-height island is intended to serve as a fly-tying station. We anticipate this counter will also serve to extend the hors d’oeuvre and drinks counter from the small kitchenette behind, as this is the perfect space for entertaining all the family and friends! Photo by Joel Riner Photography

woodcliff Lakes

Kurnat Woodworking LLC

Kurnat woodworking home bar
Inspiration for an expansive arts and crafts u-shaped seated home bar in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, slate floors and multi-coloured floor.

Project Waldon

Erin Melkonian Designs

Jackie K Photo
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, yellow splashback, metal splashback, marble floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Pine Garden Renovation

Province Interiors

Photo of a small country single-wall wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, timber splashback, medium hardwood floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

Creekside Main Level Addition and Remodel

MA Peterson Design Build, Inc.

MA Peterson met all the homeowner’s entertaining needs, which included a much-desired area for bar serving that opened up to the newly-added circular four-season porch. Having one location for food and drink staging was a priority for our entertaining couple, and using the transition space between the existing mudroom and kitchen granted perfect access to the prep area nearby. With refrigeration and a beverage center, it’s a great space to host a bartender during an event or to use daily as a cozy spot. The room was created to stand out, and it does just that. The existing stone from the exterior of the home was brought indoors as the surround for the serving bar, giving the perfect rustic pub room feel. The cabinets were stained a dark cherry to match the stain found throughout the house, and Rembrandt glass mosaic tile was added to break up the darker hues. The white bead board ceiling behind the stone wall was lowered and a unique Milton Road pendant, perfectly setting the mood to give it that pub room touch. Susan Gilmore Photography

Baker Park

Est Est, Inc.

Transitional design blended with contemporary details.
Design ideas for a traditional single-wall wet bar in Phoenix with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown splashback, subway tile splashback and multi-coloured floor.

Tudor Style home kitchen remodel

Michelle Lawrence Interior Design

This was an outdated kitchen that lacked function. It was an U-shape with a small island and the refrigerator was out of the kitchen. We duplicated the beam in the family room when we opened the kitchen. Because the home is on the water, with lots of windows we decided to get a brushed finish on the granite to minimize glare. Another feature in this kitchen is the under cabinet and toekick lighting for safety, since the kitchen footprint was dramatically changed. Added a bar area with an undermount sink and dual temperature, lockable wine cooler. We added a 12 foot center opening slider in the family room and extended the deck.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Multi-Coloured Floor

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.