martin knowles
Design ideas for a contemporary seated home bar in Vancouver with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, white splashback, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Pearl District Wine Bar

Sommi Wine Cellars

Our latest custom wine room project is proof that you don’t need a country estate (or even a full-size room) to store your wine in style. Our clients in this small, but swanky condo in Portland’s Pearl District had just a tiny corner of space to work with. Tucked in between the fireplace and floor-to-ceiling terrace doors, we transformed this formerly awkward and unused storage space into a showstopper of a home wine and cocktail bar.

Proyecto casa Pedralbes

linacabrera

Photo of a small transitional single-wall seated home bar in Barcelona with open cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

The House in Black

Draisci Studio

Carlo Draisci
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wet bar in London with open cabinets and yellow cabinets.

Collector's 3 Bay Wall Hanging Unit with Mesh Surround

Amuneal Manufacturing Corp.

Amuneal’s Collectors’ Shelving System is infinitely flexible and can be customized to fit the look and style of your space. This configuration features solid machined brass fittings and posts with a wire mesh surround in a warm brass finish. The unit mounts to the wall, supporting silvered walnut hanging and hook shelves with carved sections for a small wine bottle collection.

Decora Hospital Lottery Home - Saskatoon

Durabuilt Windows & Doors Inc.

Home Bar on the main floor - gorgeous ceiling lights with lots of light brightening the room. They have followed a Great Gatsby Theme in this room. Saskatoon Hospital Lottery Home Built by Decora Homes Windows and Doors by Durabuilt Windows and Doors Photography by D&M Images Photography

Edmonton Southeast Industrial - Private Bar, Lounge, & Poker Room

Four Elements Construction

A close friend of one of our owners asked for some help, inspiration, and advice in developing an area in the mezzanine level of their commercial office/shop so that they could entertain friends, family, and guests. They wanted a bar area, a poker area, and seating area in a large open lounge space. So although this was not a full-fledged Four Elements project, it involved a Four Elements owner's design ideas and handiwork, a few Four Elements sub-trades, and a lot of personal time to help bring it to fruition. You will recognize similar design themes as used in the Four Elements office like barn-board features, live edge wood counter-tops, and specialty LED lighting seen in many of our projects. And check out the custom poker table and beautiful rope/beam light fixture constructed by our very own Peter Russell. What a beautiful and cozy space!

Whiskey and Cigar Bar Remodel Project in Westfield, Indiana

Gettum Associates Inc

Alan Petersime
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped wet bar in Indianapolis with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, light hardwood floors and brown floor.

Dining Rooms

GV Design Group

This is an example of a small eclectic single-wall bar cart in Other with open cabinets.

1616 Catalina Bay - Granbury, TX - Couto Homes

Couto Homes

Stunning bar room in this home features all the things that make a bar room fun and entertaining. Opening to the living room which views the pool and lake offer great scenery here.

Massive Man Cave in Lebanon il.

Fulford Home Remodeling

Humphrey Photography Nashville, il.
Design ideas for a large country seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Most Innovative Kitchen

Chris Creative Design Cabinetry & Home Ltd

Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, beige splashback and grey floor.

milton basement fit-out

BHaley Design+Build

Pat Piasecki
This is an example of a mid-sized modern wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops and porcelain floors.

Showhome 7

Ultimate Renovations

Mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, open cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Dramatic Family Home

Wiles Design Group

In this Cedar Rapids residence, sophistication meets bold design, seamlessly integrating dynamic accents and a vibrant palette. Every detail is meticulously planned, resulting in a captivating space that serves as a modern haven for the entire family. The upper level is a versatile haven for relaxation, work, and rest. In the elegant home bar, a brick wall accent adds warmth, complementing open shelving and a well-appointed island. Bar chairs, a mini-fridge, and curated decor complete this inviting space. --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/cedar-rapids-dramatic-family-home-design

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.

Greenwood Preserve

Joe McGuire Design

Our Aspen studio gave this beautiful home a stunning makeover with thoughtful and balanced use of colors, patterns, and textures to create a harmonious vibe. Following our holistic design approach, we added mirrors, artworks, decor, and accessories that easily blend into the architectural design. Beautiful purple chairs in the dining area add an attractive pop, just like the deep pink sofas in the living room. The home bar is designed as a classy, sophisticated space with warm wood tones and elegant bar chairs perfect for entertaining. A dashing home theatre and hot sauna complete this home, making it a luxurious retreat! --- Joe McGuire Design is an Aspen and Boulder interior design firm bringing a uniquely holistic approach to home interiors since 2005. For more about Joe McGuire Design, see here: https://www.joemcguiredesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.joemcguiredesign.com/greenwood-preserve

Indoor/Outdoor Kitchen with Custom Wine Racks

Fusion Reconstruct

Home Extension with custom wine rack and cabinetry
This is an example of a contemporary home bar in Brisbane with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, porcelain floors and white floor.

North Caldwell Basement Renovation

Plan Architecture

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped seated home bar in New York with open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors and brown floor.

House in Valencia City center

Rubio and Ros

Asier Rua
Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Valencia with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, ceramic floors, blue splashback and no sink.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Open Cabinets

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.