Billy Davis
Inspiration for a large modern wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Multifunctional Contemporary Basement

Pascucci Marble and Granite

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Oxford Ave.

Carla Bast Design

Inspiration for a large country galley seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

R. Laden: Lakeville, MN

HELMÜT

Wing Ta
This is an example of a large contemporary single-wall home bar in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Deephaven Modern Farmhouse

Modern Design Cabinetry

This is an example of a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and light hardwood floors.

Lakeside Family Hangout

Lampert Lumber - Rice Lake

This family created a great, lakeside get-away for relaxing weekends in the northwoods. This new build maximizes their space and functionality for everyone! Contemporary takes on more traditional styles make this retreat a one of a kind.

Bungalow Renovation

Align Design LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional home bar in Other with shaker cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Wet Bar Butlers Pantry

Meyer Design

Gorgeous rustic wood cabinets with under cabinet lighting features a wine fridge, farmhouse sink, and open storage.
Design ideas for a large country galley wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Charlotte, NC- Townhouse -Kitchen remodel

Leslie Williams Interior Design

We created a keeping room/bar for this client. Added circle mullions on upper cabinets for a focal point and painted back of the see thru glass cabinets gray to match the islands. Comfy chairs with a touch of blush to add some color to this neutral palette.

Kitchen Dry Bar

KraftMaster Renovations

Traditional style kitchen with some gold and blue flair. Pendant lights are a beautiful gold finish that compliment the hardware in the space and the island chairs go perfectly with the fun island.

4116 40th St.

User

Inspiration for a country single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback and vinyl floors.

Philadelphia Luxury Home Custom Wine Bar

Kaestner Designs - Kitchens, Baths & Interiors

I was asked to design a compact wet bar for the space under the stairs that led to the roof deck. Problem solved! This design features glass-door upper cabinets with a sink base and panels for the lower portion that were designed around a compact beverage center and a bar sink. Quartz counters and oil rubbed bronze faucet highlight this project. Sleek subway tiles in white provide the perfect backdrop for this small but useful space!

Transitional Basement Bar in Milford, MI

Dream Kitchens

Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

2233 Covered Bridge Custom Home

East Tennessee Builder

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, vinyl floors and blue floor.

3806 Marlowe

BAS Concepts LLC

Fabien Anne
Mid-sized country galley wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

The Perfect Getaway

R|House Design Build

Mid-sized transitional galley wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

4116 40th St.

User

This is an example of a country single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback and vinyl floors.

COOPERSFIELD III

Sketchwork Studio Ltd.

Mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Two-tone bar in a traditional look

Zen Living

We love the open and bright upper cabinets paired with the Mocha ST-236754 Stained base cabinets for a touch of tradition!
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall home bar in Calgary with no sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback and white benchtop.

Basement In Villa Hills

Karen Spiritoso Designs LLC

Kris palen
Design ideas for a large transitional l-shaped wet bar in Dallas with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Quartz Benchtops and Subway Tile 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.