Transitional l-shaped wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, ceramic splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Sky Farm Project

Studio H Designs, Inc.

Design ideas for a large mediterranean l-shaped wet bar in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, limestone floors, beige floor, beige benchtop and an undermount sink.

Los Gatos Cabana

J. Kretschmer Architect: Art & Architecture

J Kretschmer
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, quartzite benchtops, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Refreshing Transitional Mountain View Remodel

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Mark Pinkerton - vi360 Photography
Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall home bar in San Francisco with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Basement Bar

R|House Design Build

New custom bar and wine cellar! Shiplap around the island and in the wine cellar, wallpaper backsplash, quartz countertops and RH pendants!
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional seated home bar in Minneapolis with grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, light hardwood floors, glass-front cabinets, beige splashback and beige floor.

KITCHEN BAR

Sheila Rich Interiors, LLC

Oil rubbed bronze hardware and glass knobs echo the chandelier with lightly dripping crystals. The quartz countertop and marble backsplash reflect light, and the herringbone pattern adds interest. Photography: Lauren Hagerstrom

Mattrissa Ridge Makeover

Gardner/Fox Associates, Inc

Large transitional u-shaped wet bar in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Los Gatos Cabana

J. Kretschmer Architect: Art & Architecture

J Kretschmer
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, quartzite benchtops, subway tile splashback and white benchtop.

Luxurious Bar

MC Design LLC

As a designer most of my concepts come to fruition exactly as I envision them. This bar lounge came together better than I could have ever explained the vision to my clients. They trusted me to give them the upscale, intimate conversation parlor they desired, and that is exactly what I delivered.

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Straight Line Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Miami with no sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Canyon Contemporary

Kepler Design

Kitchen Design: Jan Kepler, Custom Cabinetry: Plato Woodwork, Contractor: Holland & Knapp, Photography: Elliott Johnson
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in San Luis Obispo with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, porcelain splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

A New Take on Entertaining

Tailored Spaces, Natalie Spiniolas

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped wet bar in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Refreshing Transitional Mountain View Remodel

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Mark Pinkerton - vi360 Photography
Mid-sized country single-wall home bar in San Francisco with beaded inset cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

The Gables

Vision Interiors

The best of the past and present meet in this distinguished design. Custom craftsmanship and distinctive detailing give this lakefront residence its vintage flavor while an open and light-filled floor plan clearly mark it as contemporary. With its interesting shingled roof lines, abundant windows with decorative brackets and welcoming porch, the exterior takes in surrounding views while the interior meets and exceeds contemporary expectations of ease and comfort. The main level features almost 3,000 square feet of open living, from the charming entry with multiple window seats and built-in benches to the central 15 by 22-foot kitchen, 22 by 18-foot living room with fireplace and adjacent dining and a relaxing, almost 300-square-foot screened-in porch. Nearby is a private sitting room and a 14 by 15-foot master bedroom with built-ins and a spa-style double-sink bath with a beautiful barrel-vaulted ceiling. The main level also includes a work room and first floor laundry, while the 2,165-square-foot second level includes three bedroom suites, a loft and a separate 966-square-foot guest quarters with private living area, kitchen and bedroom. Rounding out the offerings is the 1,960-square-foot lower level, where you can rest and recuperate in the sauna after a workout in your nearby exercise room. Also featured is a 21 by 18-family room, a 14 by 17-square-foot home theater, and an 11 by 12-foot guest bedroom suite. Photography: Ashley Avila Photography & Fulview Builder: J. Peterson Homes Interior Design: Vision Interiors by Visbeen

Eagle Pass Kitchen

Pacific Rim Cabinets

Rob Atkins Photography
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped home bar in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback and ceramic floors.

Classic traditional West Plano Kitchen Update

Interiors by Kathy Rollins, LLC

This lovely west Plano kitchen was updated to better serve the lovely family who lives there by removing the existing island (with raised bar) and replaced with custom built option. Quartzite countertops, marble splash and travertine floors create a neutral foundation. Transitional bold lighting over the island offers lots of great task lighting and style.

Naffa Project - Kitchen Cabinets in Vienna VA

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, dark hardwood floors, raised-panel cabinets, travertine splashback, brown floor, beige benchtop and quartzite benchtops.

Kitchens

Trish Becher Interior Design

Wine Bar / Design by Trish Becher / Cabinets by Generation Cabinets
Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Vancouver with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback and ceramic splashback.

Bonita Bay High-Rise Condominium Contemporary Kitchen Remodel

Progressive Design Build

The new wet bar was designed to match the kitchen with the same flat panel Crystal cabinetry and quartzite countertops. The backsplash features Lunada Bay Origami tile in Latte Pearl and a unique vessel sink by Native Trails.

Pablo and Roccio's Kitchen

User

This is an example of a large contemporary u-shaped home bar in Portland with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback and light hardwood floors.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Quartzite Benchtops and Beige 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.