Herringbone tile in this kitchen hutch creates the perfect backdrop for collected art and family fun.
Mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Denver with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

2810 Kipps Colony

Dream Coast Builders

Small l-shaped home bar in Tampa with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Living Room

ProSource Wholesale of Buffalo

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in New York with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface benchtops, slate floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Lake Walden Remodel

Interior Design Concepts

Interior Design Concepts, Interior Designer
Inspiration for a large transitional home bar in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, white splashback, marble splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor, white benchtop and granite benchtops.

Dallas | Midway Manor | Kitchen (Revive)

Kitchen Design Concepts

Large mediterranean home bar in Dallas with raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, porcelain splashback, travertine floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen - Best use of space - Peninsula to island

Blue Ribbon Residential Construction, Inc.

Vino
Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall home bar in Raleigh with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback and white benchtop.

2810 Kipps Colony

Dream Coast Builders

Inspiration for a small l-shaped home bar in Tampa with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Coffee bar

Just the Thing Decorating, Staging, and Windows

This was a cramped mom's desk that was a complete clutter catcher! Now it is beautiful and takes the pressure off of the adjacent kitchen by moving the coffee center here.

Bar area

Kitchen & Bath Gallery of the Finger Lakes, Inc.

The original brick fireplace, (later a gas insert was installed) was updated by painting the brick the same color as the walls. The bar was installed to add needed storage for beverages and provide an entertainment area for the homeowners. Custom glass was installed to give the doors a unique look.

Home Bar Area

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

Living room and home bar's arched entryways, pendant lighting, and wood flooring.
This is an example of an expansive midcentury u-shaped wet bar in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, medium hardwood floors, stone tile splashback, brown floor and white benchtop.

Project Lake House

AJD Design Group Inc.

Design ideas for a single-wall wet bar in Toronto with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Bar (1), Perkasie, PA

Danken Corp.

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

1403 Octavius

deSigneR - Architects and Interior Designers

The classical bar table and chairs, adorned in a captivating blue hue, radiate timeless elegance within the space. The exquisite gold relief work delicately graces the intricate moldings and fine details, elevating the aesthetics to new heights. As the eyes wander, the distressed mirror reflects an aura of old-world charm, captivating all who gaze upon it. The brown veneer, exuding a sense of warmth, blends harmoniously with the overall ambiance, creating an inviting atmosphere. Every element intricately woven together, this ensemble becomes a focal point, capturing the essence of sophistication and refinement.

Traditional Home Meets Modern

Judi Randall Design

Updated bar - New counter tops, sinks/faucets, new lighting and bar stools
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped wet bar in Phoenix with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartzite benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Butler's Pantry

Rachel Oliver Design, LLC

Beautiful backsplash and countertops top off this bar area.
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley home bar with no sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Lounge Millwork Elevations

CALEB by design

This project is in progress with construction beginning July '22. We are expanding and relocating an existing home bar, adding millwork for the walls, and painting the walls and ceiling in a high gloss emerald green. The furnishings budget is $50,000.

Nashville living room

Terri Sears, Kitchen and Bath Designer

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall home bar in Nashville with raised-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, porcelain splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Wowzy Little Bar

Sea and Pine Interior Design

The wine storage closet was removed to make room for a petite bar/storage area. Mother of Pearl penny tile creates a dramatic backsplash that compliments the recycled chicken glass taken from an old building in New York city.

Newport Coast Twilight

Zen Architect

recessed alcove drybar
This is an example of a small contemporary u-shaped home bar in Orange County with no sink, raised-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, mosaic tile splashback, vinyl floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Longwood Man Cave

Umoja Homes

This modern country side farmhouse has elegant rustic planking, coffered ceilings, backlights and high-end appliances. Its the perfect entertainment space

Home Bar Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets and White Benchtop

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.