Photo of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Other with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, limestone floors and beige floor.

Interior

Paragon Custom Builders

With the Wine Room in close proximity to the Wet Bar, keeping drinks full has never been easier.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey floor, zinc benchtops and limestone floors.

Melva.

Margaret Baird Interior Design Studio

Photo of a small contemporary home bar in San Diego with limestone floors and brown floor.

Gallery

Classic Kitchens Of Brevard

Mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Orange County with no sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback and limestone floors.

MEET ME IN MIAMI

d2 interieurs

Expansive contemporary seated home bar in Miami with limestone floors, glass-front cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige floor and green benchtop.

Comfort Meets Edgy | Home Bar

West Village GC

Peter Murdock
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in New York with limestone floors, no sink and grey cabinets.

Noir Desir Naturali Collection

Ollin Stone

The distinguishing trait of the I Naturali series is soil. A substance which on the one hand recalls all things primordial and on the other the possibility of being plied. As a result, the slab made from the ceramic lends unique value to the settings it clads.

Open Plan Kitchen

LNDesigns

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Hampshire with no sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, wood benchtops, blue splashback, timber splashback, limestone floors, beige floor and blue benchtop.

Gibson Island Basement Bar

Beth Schleupner

Photo of a transitional seated home bar in Baltimore with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, limestone splashback, limestone floors and brown benchtop.

New Canaan, CT Renovation

Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.

Jane Beiles Photography
Large beach style galley wet bar in New York with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, limestone floors and matchstick tile splashback.

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.

Luxury Ski Getaway

JJ Interiors

Great Room bar with masculine details including copper accents, iron shelf brackets, thick countertop edge detail, and stained wood cabinetry.
Design ideas for a traditional single-wall wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, limestone floors, white floor and beige benchtop.

Payne Residence

New West Partners

Mid-sized country single-wall seated home bar in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and plywood floors.

Via Lido Custom Home Lake Las Vegas

Level Development Group LLC

Design ideas for a large mediterranean u-shaped seated home bar in Las Vegas with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops 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.

Design features of recently completed homes

First Florida Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Miami with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, limestone floors and black benchtop.

Wabi Sabi

Astratto Design

Embarking on the design journey of Wabi Sabi Refuge, I immersed myself in the profound quest for tranquility and harmony. This project became a testament to the pursuit of a tranquil haven that stirs a deep sense of calm within. Guided by the essence of wabi-sabi, my intention was to curate Wabi Sabi Refuge as a sacred space that nurtures an ethereal atmosphere, summoning a sincere connection with the surrounding world. Deliberate choices of muted hues and minimalist elements foster an environment of uncluttered serenity, encouraging introspection and contemplation. Embracing the innate imperfections and distinctive qualities of the carefully selected materials and objects added an exquisite touch of organic allure, instilling an authentic reverence for the beauty inherent in nature's creations. Wabi Sabi Refuge serves as a sanctuary, an evocative invitation for visitors to embrace the sublime simplicity, find solace in the imperfect, and uncover the profound and tranquil beauty that wabi-sabi unveils.

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.

Manchester Hills

Detailed Paint Co.

Bar area by downstairs living area.
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall seated home bar in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback and limestone floors.

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.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Plywood Floors 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.