Brendon Pinola
Inspiration for a transitional single-wall wet bar in Birmingham with medium hardwood floors, no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback and metal splashback.

Wimberley Home

C-Reese Architectural Design

Entertaining at it’s finest. This media rooms hosts a large screen projector, pool table and full bar area in keeping with the theme of the home. A variety of lighting options have been designed into the room from very soft and low for enjoying a movie to spot lighting to pool table for an optimal experience.

Dune, 2018 Spring Parade of Homes

TruKitchens

The wet bar features cabinets from Grabill Cabinets in their Cheswick inset door style. The countertops are Bianco Carrara quartz from ColorQuartz. Wood floors from the Hallmark Hardwood Alta Vista Collection in Laguna Oak run throughout the main level. Photography: Jeff Tippet

The Curved Stair

BKD Interiors

This beautiful bar was created by opening the closet space underneath the curved staircase. To emphasize that this bar is part of the staircase, we added wallpaper lining to the bottom of each step. The curved and round cabinets follow the lines of the room. The metal wallpaper, metallic tile, and dark wood create a dramatic masculine look that is enhanced by a custom light fixture and lighted niche that add both charm and drama.

Party Barn

Ardent Living

This bar was created from reclaimed barn wood salvaged form the customers original barn.
Inspiration for an expansive country u-shaped wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, distressed cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, light hardwood floors, yellow floor and brown benchtop.

Sports basement

D&G Construction

Full bar with custom cabinets, granite counter tops and stainless steal back splash.
Photo of a large modern single-wall seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Hernando

Marco Custom Builders, LLC

Design ideas for a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Miami with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback and ceramic floors.

The Creek

The Den Design Group, LLC

Expansive country wet bar in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, brown splashback, metal splashback and light hardwood floors.

All Things Texan Mancave

Cindi B. Jones

An entertainment space for discerning client who loves Texas, vintage, reclaimed materials, stone, distressed wood, beer tapper, wine, and sports memorabilia. Photo by Jeremy Fenelon

Coastal Classic Beach House

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Design ideas for a small modern single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, white cabinets, grey splashback, metal splashback and grey benchtop.

McLean Custom Home

c|s DESIGN STUDIO LLC

Photo Credit Stylish Productions
This is an example of a transitional home bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, black splashback, metal splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Presidio

C.D.G.I

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall bar cart in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, grey splashback, metal splashback, white floor and grey benchtop.

Eden Mosaic Tile Installations: Brick And Square Pattern Stainless Steel Tile

Eden Mosaic Tile

Kitchen Backsplash: Eden Mosaic Tile Brick And Square Pattern Stainless Steel Mosaic Tile - EMT_MM03-SIL-SM. This wonderful Tic Tac pattern that features both rectangular bricks and small squares is a uniquely modern design. This interlocking tile is ideal for stainless steel kitchen backsplashes, accent walls, bathroom walls, and bathroom back splashes. The tiles in this sheet are mounted on a nylon mesh which allows for an easy installation. Photo(s) provided courtesy of DIY

Hidden Falls: 11318 Spring Hollow Ct

Bentley Construction LLC

Home bar in the basement.
Design ideas for a transitional single-wall wet bar in Louisville with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, concrete benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback, concrete floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Under the Sea Bar

J. Elizabeth Interiors

Chas Metivier
Photo of a large eclectic u-shaped seated home bar in Orange County with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback and limestone floors.

Shipping Container Home

MC Designs and Interiors

Photo of a contemporary single-wall home bar in Calgary with beaded inset cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, metal splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

The Cobbler's Shoes

Addison Grace Design

A custom wet bar tucked against the wall in the dining area. Elements of modern and rustic are used in order to create a moody yet welcoming feel. Floating shelves are used for displaying various items.

Killarney Hts Project

Dan Kitchens Australia

Zip Hydrotap Elite unit in black. Photos: Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall wet bar in Sydney with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, limestone floors, beige floor, brown splashback and metal splashback.

G.A. White - Keirns

Mauk Cabinets by Design

Another stunning home we got to work alongside with G.A. White Homes. It has a clean, modern look with elements that make it cozy and welcoming. With a focus on strong lines, a neutral color palette, and unique lighting creates a classic look that will be enjoyed for years to come.

Custom Spaces

Gentry Home Builders

Nicole Reid Photography
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Edmonton with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Terra-cotta Splashback and Metal Splashback

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.