Design ideas for a mid-sized galley home bar in Chicago with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Cottage by the Coast

Amanda Webster Design

Photo- Neil Rashba
Photo of a traditional single-wall wet bar in Jacksonville with dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink, white cabinets, recessed-panel cabinets and soapstone benchtops.

Coastal Living

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

The second home of a California-based family was intended to use as an East-coast gathering place for their extended family. It was important to deliver elegant, indoor-outdoor living. The kitchen was designed to be the center of this newly renovated home, with a good flow for entertaining and celebrations. The homeowner wanted the cooktop to be in the island facing outward to see everyone. The seating area at the island has a thick, walnut wood countertop that delineates it from the rest of the island's workspace. Both the countertops and backsplash feature a Polished Naica Quartzite for a cohesive effect, while white custom cabinetry and satin brass hardware add subtle hints of glamour. The decision was made to panel the SubZero appliances for a seamless look, while intelligent space planning relocated the door to the butler's pantry/mudroom, where the wine unit and additional sink/dishwasher for large-scale entertaining needs were housed out of sight.

Oregon City - Craftsman - Historic Restoration and Full Remodel

Ziebart Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

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Homestead Kitchens

Design ideas for a single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Modern Farmhouse- Herriman

Simons Design Studio

Interior Designer: Simons Design Studio Builder: Magleby Construction Photography: Allison Niccum
Inspiration for a country single-wall wet bar in Salt Lake City with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, carpet, beige floor and white benchtop.

Kitchen, Butlers Pantry and Bathroom Update with Quartz Collection

Minneapolis Granite

Kitchen, Butlers Pantry and Bathroom Update with Quartz Collection
Small transitional single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, brown floor, black benchtop and medium hardwood floors.

Manhattan Beach Modern Farmhouse

Lori Dennis, ASID, LEED AP

Photo of a large country single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, limestone floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Shallow Depth Floating Shelves made with reclaimed wood

Denise Quade Design

A bar was built in to the side of this family room to showcase the homeowner's Bourbon collection. Reclaimed wood was used to add texture to the wall and the same wood was used to create the custom shelves. A bar sink and paneled beverage center provide the functionality the room needs. The paneling on the other walls are all original to the home.

At Home Wet Bar

Hanes Construction, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized beach style single-wall wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, glass tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

A-List Awards 2016 "kitchen"

JMKA | architects

Neil Landino Landino Photography
Photo of a country wet bar in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, glass tile splashback and porcelain floors.

Mt. Lookout

Western Custom Cabinetry

Small traditional single-wall wet bar in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

2014 Idea ShowHouse

Arteva Homes

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped wet bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white splashback, dark hardwood floors and limestone splashback.

Wetbar

CMM Custom Homes

David Lau, Jason Lusardi, Architect
Inspiration for a beach style single-wall wet bar in New York with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops and light hardwood floors.

Just Be

HELMAN SECHRIST Architecture

©Marie Kinney
This is an example of a transitional single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets and white cabinets.

Kitchen Tile

Studio Tile & Stone

Inspiration for a contemporary home bar in Orlando with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Chevy Chase Renovation

Mangan Group Architects

Having an office desk against a window is a great way to let natural light in as well as look out to nature
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped home bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Wills Company Nashville Kitchens

Wills Company

Wiff Harmer
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Nashville with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback and light hardwood floors.

Rincon Classic

Jodi Fleming Design

Mid-sized beach style single-wall home bar in Orange County with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, medium hardwood floors, white splashback, no sink, quartz benchtops and brown floor.

Traditional Wine Cellar

This is an example of a traditional single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with carpet, an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets and beige floor.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Recessed-panel Cabinets and White Cabinets

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.