J. Kretschmer Architect: Art & Architecture

J Kretschmer
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, quartzite benchtops, porcelain floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Woodmont Residence

Studio Steinbomer

Woodmont Ave. Residence Home Bar. Construction by RisherMartin Fine Homes. Photography by Andrea Calo. Landscaping by West Shop Design.
Photo of a mid-sized country galley wet bar in Austin with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, yellow splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Hammons Basement

Karen Spiritoso Designs LLC

Kris Palen
Photo of a mid-sized transitional galley seated home bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, open cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Brookside Modern Craftsman

MAWR Design

Sarah Shields
Photo of a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Indianapolis with medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, subway tile splashback, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Bar - After

O'Connor Home Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with no sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, light hardwood floors, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Hugo Residence

Tile X Design

Tile: Regoli by Marca Corona
This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall home bar in Minneapolis with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and beige benchtop.

Basement Remodel

Northern Woodworking, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Lakeside Family Hangout

Lampert Lumber - Rice Lake

This family created a great, lakeside get-away for relaxing weekends in the northwoods. This new build maximizes their space and functionality for everyone! Contemporary takes on more traditional styles make this retreat a one of a kind.

Butler's Pantry

Meyer Design

Modern Farmhouse Butler's Pantry with walk thru bar
This is an example of a country galley home bar in Chicago with an integrated sink, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, ceramic floors, white floor and beige benchtop.

St. Lucie Collection

GHO Homes

This is an example of a transitional single-wall home bar in Miami with no sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, beige floor and beige benchtop.

SOJI Interiors: Greyson Basement

SOJI Interiors

Mid-sized contemporary galley wet bar in Toronto with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and beige benchtop.

Belclaire

Hudson Construction Group

Design ideas for a large transitional single-wall wet bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback and beige benchtop.

Brookfield Kitchen & Laundry room

Borth - Wilson Plumbing & Bathroom Remodeling

This laundry room/ office space, kitchen and bar area were completed renovated and brought into the 21st century. Updates include all new appliances, cabinet upgrades including custom storage racks for spices, cookie sheets, pantry storage with roll outs and more all while keeping with the home's colonial style.

California Craftsman

Arnold Brothers Construction, Inc.

Beach style galley home bar in Santa Barbara with blue cabinets, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, beige benchtop, an undermount sink and shaker cabinets.

Gorgeous Contemporary Whole Home Remodel

Kitchen & Bath Depot

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with no sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Basement

Northern Woodworking, Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Hammons Basement

Karen Spiritoso Designs LLC

Kris Palen
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional galley seated home bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, open cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Gorgeous Contemporary Whole Home Remodel

Kitchen & Bath Depot

Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with no sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Monument Kitchen and Primary Bathroom

Spaces Custom Cabinets and Closets LLC

Inspiration for a country wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and beige benchtop.

Home Bars

Tobias Design LLC

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, subway tile splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Subway Tile Splashback and Beige Benchtop

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.