Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Houston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

River Oaks

Windham Builders

The Bar is the perfect bar set up with Black Storm onyx countertops and marble floors, a commercial humidor, a smoke extraction system, a large sitting area for watching sports and an outsized banquet. The walls are paneled or have a hand painted foil wall covering.

The Back Road

Talie Jane Interiors

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

Farmington Guest Cottage

Sage Designs

Darren Setlow Photography
Mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Other with flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, porcelain floors and black benchtop.

2017 Cleveland Homearama Model

Otero Signature Homes

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall wet bar in Cleveland with an undermount sink, light hardwood floors, beige floor, grey benchtop, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

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

Luxury Bespoke Bar with White Onyx Backlit Worktop

Brightman Furniture

All shelves are made with invisible fixing. Massive mirror at the back is cut to eliminate any visible joints. All shelves supplied with led lights to lit up things displayed on shelves

Backlit Onyx Nuvolato Bar

Aria Stone Gallery

This masculine and modern Onyx Nuvolato marble bar and feature wall is perfect for hosting everything from game-day events to large cocktail parties. The onyx countertops and feature wall are backlit with LED lights to create a warm glow throughout the room. The remnants from this project were fashioned to create a matching backlit fireplace. Open shelving provides storage and display, while a built in tap provides quick access and easy storage for larger bulk items.

Pac Heights Residence - Kitchenette Bar

Noz Design

Colin Price Photography
Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, beige splashback, onyx benchtops, stone slab splashback and beige benchtop.

Luxury Bespoke Bar with White Onyx Backlit Worktop

Brightman Furniture

All shelves are made with invisible fixing. Massive mirror at the back is cut to eliminate any visible joints. All shelves supplied with led lights to lit up things displayed on shelves

Lakeside Farmhouse

Kingswood Custom Homes

Inspiration for a country home bar in Charlotte with soapstone benchtops, timber splashback and black benchtop.

Basement Remodel

Len's Remodeling And Contracting Services

Mid-sized traditional galley seated home bar in Newark with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, onyx benchtops, beige splashback and light hardwood floors.

Montgomery County Gladwyne Kitchen Remodel "A New Home in an Old House"

Ferrarini & Co. Kitchens & Interiors

This client initially retained us to design & build an addition but after an in-depth review of the house and the family's need we were able to create the ideal space by simply re-configuring the existing square footage. The dining room was over-sized and underused, which allowed us to relocate a primary wall in the kitchen to create a much larger foot print. Additionally we added an extra window to allow more natural light in. Once that was complete, the client felt the elegance we had in mind and enjoyed what felt like a completely new home

The Riviera

Nathan Homes LLC

Photo of a traditional single-wall wet bar in Omaha with soapstone benchtops.

Home Bar

Hive Home

Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Paneled Soffit Over Home Bar with Wood Ceiling

Denise Quade Design

A warm stain walnut is used in this home bar in the cabinetry, soffit panel, the crown molding, the paneled ceiling, the decorative columns, and the ceiling coffers.

Rancho Higuera Residence

Hsu McCullough

Kitchenette
This is an example of a small arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Private Bar & Dining Area

MacAusland DESIGN

A private bar with bespoke hand made chandelier, backlit crystal stone bar front and bespoke backlit art glass 'curtaining'
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley wet bar with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, ceramic floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Pass-a-grille Mediterranean

Jeffery M Wolf General Contractor, Inc.

This is a close-up view of the wet bar with the living room and dining room beyond. One of the two Subzero wine refrigerators is visible in the background. There is an ice maker in the bar. The bar top is set up at two levels. One level is high enough for under cabinet appliances. The lower level acomodates chair height seating. The bar top is Onyx

Milton Farnhouse

Architecturally Inspired Kitchens

Christina Wedge Photography
Inspiration for a country home bar in Atlanta with black cabinets, soapstone benchtops, mirror splashback and porcelain floors.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Soapstone Benchtops 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.