Natalie Mirabelli, NM INTERIORS
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Toronto with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

All In, On a Bluff

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

photo: Paul Grdina
Large transitional galley seated home bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Palmetto Bluff New Home

StoneWorks, Inc.

Lovely Wet Bar right off kitchen space, perfect for cocktail hour. The backsplash mirrors the kitchen with stunning 3” Hexagon Statuary polished marble. Countertops are Viatera quartz, in Cirrus with eased and polished edge.

Full House Project

Inside Outside Inc

South Mississippi Living Magazine
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Other with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback and porcelain floors.

King City 2 Project

Dellfina Homes

Servery. Swinging door/butler into dining room. also walks into walk in pantry, kitchen and mudroom
Inspiration for a small traditional galley home bar in Toronto with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Honed Marble House

Surface One

Small wet bar in Birmingham with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble benchtops and marble splashback.

JUNGLE COFFEE BAR 160 MQ

Polygona

Un progetto che fonde materiali e colori naturali ad una vista ed una location cittadina, un mix di natura ed urbano, due realtà spesso in contrasto ma che trovano un equilibrio in questo luogo. Jungle perchè abbiamo volutamente inserito le piante come protagoniste del progetto. Un verde che non solo è ecosostenibile, ma ha poca manutenzione e non crea problematiche funzionali. Le troviamo non solo nei vasi, ma abbiamo creato una sorta di bosco verticale che riempie lo spazio oltre ad avere funzione estetica. In netto contrasto a tutto questo verde, troviamo uno stile a tratti “Minimal Chic” unito ad un “Industrial”. Li potete riconoscere nell’utilizzo del tessuto per divanetti e sedute, che però hanno una struttura metallica tubolari, in tinta Champagne Semilucido. Grande attenzione per la privacy, che è stata ricavata creando delle vere e proprie barriere di verde tra i tavoli. Questo progetto infatti ha come obiettivo quello di creare uno spazio rilassante all’interno del caos di una città, una location dove potersi rilassare dopo una giornata di intenso lavoro con una spettacolare vista sulla città.

Paris in Draper

Steven Dailey Construction

Inspiration for a large l-shaped wet bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Paris in Draper

Steven Dailey Construction

Design ideas for a large l-shaped wet bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Elegant Transitional

Gebben Interior

Wood tile Round dining table custom chairs with leather seats Custom art work Chandelier
Transitional home bar in Orlando with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Manger - Bar - Cuisine

Kehoe Wilson Design LLC

Close-up of gold leaf barrel ceiling and matching Niermann Weeks Biarritz pendants hanging in both spaces. Cabinets are painted, repurposed pieces.
Photo of a large traditional wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, green splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and green benchtop.

Green & White Kitchen Design | Coto de Caza

Inspired Remodels

Home bar with wine fridge and marble tile backsplash
This is an example of a transitional home bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Custom Kitchen Remodel, Holloway Tile & Stone Works

HOLLOWAY TILE & STONE WORKS

Design ideas for a small transitional single-wall wet bar in San Diego with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback and grey benchtop.

All In, On a Bluff

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

photo: Paul Grdina
Design ideas for a large transitional galley seated home bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Mt. Laurel Renovation

Main Street Cabinet Co.

Large transitional home bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

JUNGLE COFFEE BAR 160 MQ

Polygona

Barbaro | Bellevue

JayMarc Homes

The Barbaro's upstairs media room is a perfect retreat for entertainment and relaxation, combining a sleek and modern design with a cozy atmosphere. The white walls provide a clean and neutral backdrop. The dark wood cabinets add a touch of sophistication and provide ample storage for media equipment and accessories. The beige carpet offers a soft and plush foundation, creating a warm and inviting space.

The Basement Makes a Statement: Basement Bar

Tamara Day Design

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped wet bar in Kansas City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Western Springs Residence

TZS Design

The butler bar uses waterjet cut marble tile for the full height splash, a hammered stainless-steel sink and sparkling water filtration faucet with wine storage display.

Fishtown Row

Wyant Architecture

A rich palette of color and natural materials adds warmth and visual drama to the new kitchen.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback and black benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Recessed-panel Cabinets and Marble 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.