Troy Fox
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and ceramic floors.

Basement Kitchen Detail

Kinning Design Build

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped home bar in Other with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback and ceramic floors.

Dining Room Bar

Cabinet Solutions USA

This wet bar is adjacent to the home's fireplace with a large stone facade. We partnered with Custom Creative Remodeling, a Phoenix based home remodeling company, to provide the cabinetry for this beautiful remodel! Photo Credit: Custom Creative Remodeling

Armonk Kitchen

James Rixner, Inc.

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in New York with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback and ceramic floors.

Lower Level of Private Residence, St. Charles IL

Langguth Design Ltd.

Design ideas for a large transitional galley wet bar in Chicago with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and ceramic floors.

Home Bar

Modern Hippie Design Studio

Home Bar
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall home bar in Austin with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback, ceramic floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Crosby Road Artisan Home

Modern Design Cabinetry

Mid-sized modern u-shaped wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, porcelain splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

La Costa Valley Modern Coastal

Interiors by Alison

Photo of a contemporary wet bar in San Diego with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors and white benchtop.

Pennbrook Pub - Far Hills Basement

Dan Ruhland Designs LLC

Restoration Hardware Stools, Hudson Valley Lights, Daltile Mosaic Floor
Traditional seated home bar in New York with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and porcelain floors.

The Dunes

Scott Christopher Homes

High atop a wooded dune, a quarter-mile-long steel boardwalk connects a lavish garage/loft to a 6,500-square-foot modern home with three distinct living spaces. The stunning copper-and-stone exterior complements the multiple balconies, Ipe decking and outdoor entertaining areas, which feature an elaborate grill and large swim spa. In the main structure, which uses radiant floor heat, the enchanting wine grotto has a large, climate-controlled wine cellar. There is also a sauna, elevator, and private master balcony with an outdoor fireplace.

Margate

J&L Designs

Paul S. Bartholomew
Design ideas for an expansive midcentury single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback and porcelain floors.

Contemporary Projects

Synergy Builders Inc

Mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Ocean Project

Wolf in the Woods Inc

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Miami with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, an undermount sink and porcelain floors.

Hamptons Terrace Level

Home Expressions Interiors by Laura Bloom Inc.

Approx. 1800 square foot basement where client wanted to break away from their more formal main level. Requirements included a TV area, bar, game room, guest bedroom and bath. Having previously remolded the main level of this home; Home Expressions Interiors was contracted to design and build a space that is kid friendly and equally comfortable for adult entertaining. Mercury glass pendant fixtures coupled with rustic beams and gray stained wood planks are the highlights of the bar area. Heavily grouted brick walls add character and warmth to the back bar and media area. Gray walls with lighter hued ceilings along with simple craftsman inspired columns painted crisp white maintain a fresh and airy feel. Wood look porcelain tile helps complete a space that is durable and ready for family fun.

Delightful Terrace Level in Roswell

Handcrafted Homes, Inc.

Terrace level seated bar with pecan finished cabinets and bar top. The cabinets have a custom stain to complement the quartz countertop. Gregg Willett Photography

Gothic Kitchen Remodel in Hyde Park

Neal's Design Remodel

A cramped butler's pantry was opened up into a bar area with plenty of storage space and adjacent to a wine cooler. Bar countertop is Petro Magma Granite, cabinets are Brookhaven in Ebony on Oak. Other cabinets in the kitchen are white on maple; the contrast is a nice way to separate space within the same room. Neals Design Remodel Robin Victor Goetz

Spring Meadow Residence

Cornerstone Design

Kevin Schultz
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Boise with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain floors and grey floor.

Proctor Marble and Granite - traditional work

Proctor Marble & Granite

This is an example of a large traditional single-wall seated home bar in Nashville with wood benchtops, ceramic floors and white floor.

Contemporary Home Bar

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback and ceramic floors.

Coto de Caza Extravagant Kitchen & Great Room Make Over

Sea Pointe Design & Remodel

This butlers pantry has it all: Ice maker with capacity to make 100 lbs of ice a day, drawers for coffee mugs, and cabinets for cocktail glasses. On the flip size of this image is a frosted glass door entrance to a pantry for food and supplies, keep additional storage and prep area out of the way of your guests.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Porcelain Floors and Ceramic 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.