Brad Scott Photography
This is an example of a mid-sized country galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Philadelphia Townhouse

Emma Montgomery

Dining Room built-in bar featuring a new tin ceiling, plaster walls, amber slipper shade sconces, painted frame niche with walnut & onyx bar with a glass backsplash and brass shelves custom fit to our client's needs.

Architectural Splendor

Ellis Custom Homes LLC

Photo by Wade Blissard
Inspiration for a mediterranean u-shaped seated home bar with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, mirror splashback, travertine floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Back Lit Onyx Countertops in Bar

Denise Quade Design

Walnut countertops were used at bar height and feature a curved bar rail on the sitting edge. Back lit onyx was inlaid into the wood frame for a stunning display.

Adrsley Basement

DMC Home Improvement

Large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback and light hardwood floors.

Custom "Gatsby" Mahogany Bar - left view with lighting

GRP Handcrafted Cabinetry

A Custom Ribbon Mahogany Bar with backlit onyx panels and onyx countertops. Many features were custom as per clients' desires. It has both a two-level front bar and a full back bar. Radiused upper level. The front bar has a built-in tap system and a sink. bar, entertainment, kitchen and bath remodelers, kitchen, bath, remodeler, remodelers, renovation, kitchen and bath designers, renovation home center, cabinetry, exotic flooring, custom home furnishing, countertops, cabinets, clean lines, storage solutions, modern storage, modern kitchen hardware, custom millwork, custom design, woodworking, custom cabinets, custom furniture, built-ins, handmade, high-end cabinets, kitchen design

Bridgetown in Wexford Plantation

William Byrd Homes

Gorgeous Remodel- We remodeled the 1st Floor of this beautiful water front home in Wexford Plantation, on Hilton Head Island, SC. We added a new pool and spa in the rear of the home overlooking the scenic harbor. The marble, onyx and tile work are incredible!

Trails End - Rustic Manor

Manor Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Columbus with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, red splashback, brick splashback, vinyl floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Home Bar

Fratantoni Design / Residential Architects

We love everything about this game room, especially the wet bar and wainscoting!
Design ideas for an expansive modern u-shaped home bar in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Pirate's Cove

Black Ink Interiors

Under the fort is the bar. Marble that looks like the map of the world was used on the countertop, island and backsplash. The Union Jack hides the t.v. when not in use. The opening to the right of the photo is a tunnel from the pool to the bar area. On your swim through, you can take a break on the ledge inside and admire the aquarium. Misters and fans provide relief on hot summer days. Jenny Slade photography

Timeless Tuscan on the Bluff

Walcott Adams Verneuille Architects

Timeless Tuscan on the Bluff
Inspiration for a mediterranean seated home bar in Other with dark wood cabinets, mirror splashback, brown floor, onyx benchtops, raised-panel cabinets and dark hardwood floors.

Coastal Home Remodel

Naturally Creative, inc.

We used Dynasty Omega Maple Cabinets in an Ginger with Coffee Glaze for this Wet Bar, Featuring Onyx Counter top and Backsplash. Grass cloth wallpaper and Rattan Dining Chairs the Coastal Tommy Bahama theme throughout.

Bel Air Remodel Project

Showcase Design•Build

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Adrsley Basement

DMC Home Improvement

Design ideas for a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback and light hardwood floors.

Tuscan Style Basement

Nathan Homes LLC

Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops and stone slab splashback.

Home Bar with Walnut Cabinets

Denise Quade Design

Walnut cabinetry paired with cambria quartz countertops. A wood paneled wine refrigerator to the left of the sink. Leaded glass inserts were used in the wall cabinets.

Custom "Gatsby" Mahogany Bar - martini sink in back bar with matching faucet

GRP Handcrafted Cabinetry

Oklahoma House

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James Photographic Design
This is an example of a large l-shaped seated home bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and porcelain floors.

Architectural Splendor

Ellis Custom Homes LLC

Photo by Wade Blissard
This is an example of a mediterranean u-shaped seated home bar with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, mirror splashback, travertine floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Clarkston Home for Petrucci Homes: Lower Level Kitchen

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Don Schulte Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets and Onyx Benchtops

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.