PCH Modern Mediterranean Home by Burdge Architects Malibu, CA
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wet bar in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback and grey benchtop.

River Oaks Contemporary Complete Transformation

Pipkin Homes LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback and light hardwood floors.

Dining Rooms

YOLO Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped wet bar in Miami with open cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Bar Area for Gathering

Tobias Design LLC

Photo of a transitional wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, stainless steel benchtops and dark hardwood floors.

Victorian House with a Modern Twist

In Ex Design

Credit: Photography by Matt Round Photography.
Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall home bar in Devon with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, carpet and grey floor.

Cairo Custom Home

Steadfast Builders LLC

Inspiration for a large transitional galley seated home bar in Other with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, concrete floors and grey floor.

J.Gasco - banco da fiera

Izmade

Banco con struttura in legno massello di castagno con elementi in vetro e inox, caratterizzato da vani a più scomparti aperti e chiusi sul retro e illuminazione a led.

Home Bars

Tobias Design LLC

Photo of a transitional single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, dark hardwood floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Allison & Nico's 1911 Craftsman Foursquare

Arciform

Just off the kitchen and adjacent to the formal dining room, we turned the built-in butler's pantry cabinets into a wet bar.
This is an example of a single-wall wet bar in Portland with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Home Bars

Tobias Design LLC

Design ideas for a small transitional galley wet bar in Philadelphia with shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor, grey benchtop and an integrated sink.

WZR-Bar

WISSAMHAYEK Studio

Photo of a large modern l-shaped seated home bar in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, marble floors and grey floor.

Ross Peak Residence

Brandner Design

The Ross Peak Wet Bar is an extension of the Ross Peak Kitchen, continuing the walnut cabinetry, while adding unique elements. The elongated hexagonal etched mirror provides a sophistication, with integrated lighting to add a warm illumination to the wet bar. The custom shelving is made of perforated stainless steel and is trimmed in brass, with added details including a wine rack and wine glass storage. The Bar countertop and cabinet lining is made of brass, finished in Teton Brass. Cabinets are made in a grain-matched walnut veneer with stainless steel recessed shadow pulls. Custom pocket door reveals a built-in coffee maker. Cabinetry also features a built-in wine fridge, trash pullout, and lift away upper doors for plenty of storage.

J.Gasco - banco da fiera

Izmade

Banco con struttura in legno massello di castagno con elementi in vetro e inox, caratterizzato da vani a più scomparti aperti e chiusi sul retro e illuminazione a led.

All Cabinet Styles Home Bar Design Ideas with Stainless Steel 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.