Small transitional single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, terra-cotta floors and beige floor.

Tuscan Estate Showhome in Watermark of Bearspaw

Wolf Custom Homes Ltd.

This is an example of a mediterranean home bar in Calgary with terra-cotta floors and dark wood cabinets.

Woodley Park Living Areas Renovations

Jordan Design-Build Group

The owners engaged us to conduct a full house renovation to bring this historic stone mansion back to its former glory. One of the highest priorities was updating the main floor’s more public spaces which serve as the diplomat's primary representation areas where special events are hosted. Worn wall-to-wall carpet was removed revealing original oak hardwood floors that were sanded and refinished with an Early American stain. Great attention to detail was given to the selection, customization and installation of new drapes, carpets and runners all of which had to complement the home’s existing antique furniture. The striking red runner gives new life to the grand hall and winding staircase and makes quite an impression upon entering the property. New ceilings, medallions, chandeliers and a fresh coat of paint elevate the spaces to their fullest potential. A customized bar was added to an adjoining sunroom that serves as spillover space for formal events and a more intimate setting for casual gatherings.

Restauración de finca privada

Arquitania Business

Construcción de bodega en finca privada.
Photo of a small country single-wall seated home bar in Other with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets and terra-cotta floors.

LakeMeHappy- Pantry

S.Flynn Design + Build

One of our client’s biggest issues with this lake house was the lack of storage space, so we designed and built a combined walk-in pantry and laundry room off their dining room. We enclosed the new area with giant black steel doors, which you’ll see repeated throughout the house. Our clients are big entertainers—and can you blame them with a house like this? Inside the pantry, we added a wall of minimalist cabinets and a mini bar with a dual temperature-controlled fridge for storing beer and wine. The pantry was a great way to provide additional kitchen storage since the kitchen space didn’t allow for many cabinets, and we even found a creative way to hide their pets’ food and water. On the floor tile, you’ll see that we incorporated navy accents from the kitchen and throughout the rest of the home.

WILD PRAIRIE

ORIJIN STONE, LLC

This lovely custom-built home is surrounded by wild prairie and horse pastures. ORIJIN STONE Premium Bluestone Blue Select is used throughout the home; from the front porch & step treads, as a custom fireplace surround, throughout the lower level including the wine cellar, and on the back patio. LANDSCAPE DESIGN & INSTALL: Original Rock Designs TILE INSTALL: Uzzell Tile, Inc. BUILDER: Gordon James PHOTOGRAPHY: Landmark Photography

Half Moon Bay, CA - Walnut Bar

Shaw Cabinetry & Woodworks

Photos by Family Ink
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in San Francisco with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, slate floors and multi-coloured floor.

Novi Basement - Design & Build

Emery Design | Build

phoenix photographic
Large transitional galley seated home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, slate floors and recessed-panel cabinets.

Spivey Construction Company, Inc

Jim Schmid Photography

This is an example of a large country u-shaped seated home bar in Charlotte with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, mosaic tile splashback and slate floors.

Phoenixville Finished Basement

COCOON

Photo of a small modern u-shaped seated home bar in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, slate floors and brown floor.

Basement Bar Area

Dovetail Kitchen Designs

Mid-sized transitional seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, slate floors and brown floor.

Buckhead

Adam C. Dover LLC.

Styleyes Photography
This is an example of a large traditional home bar in Atlanta with terra-cotta floors.

Terra-Cotta Flooring

Pittet Architecturals

Our Beautiful Terra Cotta Flooring is available in a wide variety of flooring patterns, such as Chevron seen in the photo.
Photo of a mid-sized mediterranean home bar in Dallas with terra-cotta floors and brown floor.

Southwest Desert Patio

Michael Jacobson Gomez

SOUTH PATIO/OUTDOOR KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances are housed in a masonry structure with adobe stucco finish. Reverse moreno satillo pavers accent the adobe stucco walls, brick plinth cap, and clay tile roofing (beyond).

English-Style Basement Pub

Neal's Design Remodel

English-style pub that Her Majesty would be proud of. An authentic bar (straight from England) was the starting point for the design, then the areas beyond that include several vignette-style sitting areas, a den with a rustic fireplace, a wine cellar, a kitchenette, two bathrooms, an even a hidden home gym. Neal's Design Remodel

Tuscan Cliffs

Aaron Vry Designer Kitchens & Baths

Aaron Vry
This is an example of a small traditional single-wall wet bar in Las Vegas with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stone slab splashback and slate floors.

Retro Cherry Bar Architecture

Artisan Stairs & Millwork

Inspiration for an expansive arts and crafts galley wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops and slate floors.

Henderson

Blue Mountain Kitchens

Jodi Hoelsken
Inspiration for an expansive transitional l-shaped wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback and slate floors.

Rustic Cherry Bar - Barnegat Light, NJ

Universal Cabinetry Design Center

Custom wet bar at the Jersey Shore Design by David Gresh, Universal Cabinetry Design/Universal Supply Ship Bottom, NJ 08008 General Contracting & installation by Ciardelli Finish Carpentry Beach Haven, NJ 08008 Countertop by LBI Tile & Marble, LLC Beach Haven, NJ 08008 Cabinetry by Signature Custom Cabinetry, Inc. Ephrata, PA 17522 Photography by Adrienne Ingram, Element Photography Medford, NJ 08053

Home Bar

Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Full sized appliances serve this lower level wet bar. Space for a pool table. Slate tile throughout the lower level. Custom maple (stained and glazed) bar cabinetry by Ayr Custom Cabinets, Nappanee, Indiana. Granite bar top. Design by Lorraine Bruce of Lorraine Bruce Design; Architectural Design by Helman Sechrist Architecture; General Contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; Photos by Marie Kinney. Images are the property of Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. and may not be used without written permission.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Slate Floors and Terra-cotta Floors

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.