J.C. Enriquez and Son Plumbing & Remodeling

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped wet bar in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback and beige benchtop.

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Radlund Construction LLC

Small contemporary wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

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Heart of the Home

This is an example of a small traditional single-wall wet bar in Chicago with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Tonka Bay Beach House

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

A dry bar in Benjamin Moore's Hale Navy with bold brass hardware makes a grand statement and gives a nod to the home's location on Lake Minnetonka.
Inspiration for a small single-wall home bar in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and multi-coloured benchtop.

Contemporary Interior Remodel in Bonita Springs, FL

Progressive Design Build

The previously underutilized formal dining room now serves as a welcoming home bar, while the former kitchen has been reimagined as a cozy casual dining area.

Lexington Basement Remodel

Elza B. Design, Inc.

A family contacted us to come up with a basement renovation design project including wet bar, wine cellar, and family media room. The owners had modern sensibilities and wanted an interesting color palette. Photography: Jared Kuzia

Sierra Reserve - Private Residence

Collins DuPont Design Group

Colleen Wilson: Project Leader, Interior Designer, ASID, NCIDQ Photography by Amber Frederiksen
This is an example of a small transitional single-wall home bar in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, limestone splashback, porcelain floors and grey floor.

Avalon

Eheart Interior Solutions

slate floor with thin brick details on wetbar including a copper countertop
Photo of a large arts and crafts single-wall seated home bar in Denver with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, copper benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, slate floors and multi-coloured floor.

Dawn

Dynamic Woodworking

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley seated home bar in San Diego with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

Wellesley Elegant

Dovetailed Kitchens

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Boston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors and an undermount sink.

Summer Pointe Contemporary Home

Sage Kitchen & Bath Design

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Addition Featuring Full Bar and NanoWall

Amiano & Son Construction, LLC

This is an example of an expansive country single-wall seated home bar in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and concrete floors.

In-Home Bars - Custom Cabinetry

Roberts Custom Cabinets

Photo of a small traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Black Sturgeon Lake

Kenora Design Group

Samantha Hawkins Photography
Photo of a large arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Toronto with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Sandy Springs Basement Design/Build

Home Expressions Interiors by Laura Bloom Inc.

This client wanted their Terrace Level to be comprised of the warm finishes and colors found in a true Tuscan home. Basement was completely unfinished so once we space planned for all necessary areas including pre-teen media area and game room, adult media area, home bar and wine cellar guest suite and bathroom; we started selecting materials that were authentic and yet low maintenance since the entire space opens to an outdoor living area with pool. The wood like porcelain tile used to create interest on floors was complimented by custom distressed beams on the ceilings. Real stucco walls and brick floors lit by a wrought iron lantern create a true wine cellar mood. A sloped fireplace designed with brick, stone and stucco was enhanced with the rustic wood beam mantle to resemble a fireplace seen in Italy while adding a perfect and unexpected rustic charm and coziness to the bar area. Finally decorative finishes were applied to columns for a layered and worn appearance. Tumbled stone backsplash behind the bar was hand painted for another one of a kind focal point. Some other important features are the double sided iron railed staircase designed to make the space feel more unified and open and the barrel ceiling in the wine cellar. Carefully selected furniture and accessories complete the look.

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Ellen Grasso & Sons, LLC

Simple, classic bar with a soapstone countertop and stone-and-metal mosaic backsplash Dan Piassick - photography Charles Isreal - house design
Mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, soapstone benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

High Gloss Dry Bar

Cabinet Innovations

The dry bar, located next to the kitchen features the same custom high gloss paint as the kitchen island. The design features a Gaggenau Wine Cooler and toe kick matching the finish of the cabinets. Glass shelves in between wall cabinets are further enhanced by the backsplash to the ceiling. The Wood-Mode cabinets are finished off with the Taj Mahal 3" countertop. Interior Design by: Slovack Bass. Cabinet Design by: Nicole Bruno Marino Cabinet Innovations Copyright 2013 Don A. Hoffman

Home Bar with Mirror Splashback

Improva

A captivating bar area that combines modernity, warmth, and vintage allure. It is a space where one can entertain guests in style, with the wire mesh front cabinets and floating shelves providing ample storage for glassware, bottles, and other bar essentials. The antique mirrored splashback adds a touch of elegance and glamour, elevating the overall aesthetic and creating a visually striking atmosphere.

Lovely Haze Green Home Bar

Fusion Cabinets, Inc.

The six foot long bar is a lovely focal point and the first thing you see as you enter the home.
Design ideas for a small transitional galley home bar in Tampa with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback and grey benchtop.

Modernized Classic Home

Method Architecture Studio, PLLC

Stunning dark blue cabinetry with gold and glass accents elevate the level of luxury in this home bar.
This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley wet bar in New York with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Multi-Coloured Splashback

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.