Luxury and 'man-cave-feeling' custom bar within basement of luxury new home build
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley wet bar in Sydney with an integrated sink, marble benchtops, glass sheet splashback, terra-cotta floors, white floor and beige benchtop.

Kitchen

Atlas Architects

Behind the rolling hills of Arthurs Seat sits “The Farm”, a coastal getaway and future permanent residence for our clients. The modest three bedroom brick home will be renovated and a substantial extension added. The footprint of the extension re-aligns to face the beautiful landscape of the western valley and dam. The new living and dining rooms open onto an entertaining terrace. The distinct roof form of valleys and ridges relate in level to the existing roof for continuation of scale. The new roof cantilevers beyond the extension walls creating emphasis and direction towards the natural views.

DUSIK WET BAR

Moontower

Open home wet-bar.
Photo of a transitional single-wall wet bar in Austin with an undermount sink, multi-coloured splashback, glass sheet splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Amazing basemnt wetbar and wine cellar

BasementRemodeling.com

Entertaining takes a high-end in this basement with a large wet bar and wine cellar. The barstools surround the marble countertop, highlighted by under-cabinet lighting

Bar

Ken Otke Construction Company

Photo of a large country galley wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, glass sheet splashback, ceramic floors, multi-coloured floor, grey benchtop and laminate benchtops.

Artist's Office and Studio

Space Interior Design

This small kitchen area features, white cabinets by Legacy Woodwork, white back painted glass backsplash by Glassworks, corian countertop by The Tile Gallery, all planned and designed by Space Interior Design

Bungalow Renovation

Balance Design

This is an example of a transitional single-wall home bar in Atlanta with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, glass sheet splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Glass Shelves in Bar with Back Painted Glass Behind

Denise Quade Design

Glass shelves were span between cabinets for alcohol bottle storage. Behind the glass shelves is a sheet of back painted glass that is lit behind to create a fun environment for entertaining.

Rustic Bar for Entertainment

Haute Designs

Space for entertainment with plenty of smart storage.
Design ideas for a small country u-shaped wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, travertine splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Lakefront Splendor

Dual Concept Design

This wet bar has the perfect mix of materials - a light gray-wash stain, mirror and glass mosaic backsplash and a touch brass. Builder: Heritage Luxury Homes

Austin Residence

Page Home Design

Mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Austin with an integrated sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, green splashback, glass sheet splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and marble benchtops.

Bay Village

KAS Interior Design

This bar is a custom made cabinet. LED lights are used in the waves of the façade to add accent lighting. A floating stone bar top adds another level to the countertop. Blue glass backsplash. Photographer: Laura A. Suglia-Isgro, ASID

Family Friendly Design

Fine Art Interiors

Design ideas for a large country u-shaped wet bar in Phoenix with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Coastal Living Kitchens

Cabinet Encounters

North American Cabinets raised panel door in driftwood finish, 100% recyclabe material for countertop- Vetrazzo featuring crushed seashells , undercounter wine cooler, glass mullion doors

Essex Loft

Ampersand Architecture

Elizabeth Felicella
Design ideas for a contemporary seated home bar in New York with flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, glass sheet splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown benchtop and medium wood cabinets.

Topaz - Loft - The Bluffs

Blue Heron

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Las Vegas with a drop-in sink, limestone benchtops, glass sheet splashback, ceramic floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Basement Remodel | Roswell GA

Kalaa Chakra Interiors

Anastasia Alkema Photography
Photo of an expansive modern galley seated home bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, blue benchtop and glass sheet splashback.

Valley Ridge Residence

Elle Cherie | Inspired Interiors

This is an example of a small contemporary galley wet bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, glass sheet splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Tidy Space for a Good Time

Midland Cabinet Company

It may be petite, but this cozy space offers up a fully functioning bar, with refrigerator, storage and faucets tucked into recessed cubbyholes. Photo by Rusty Reniers

Ultra Modern Co-Op Remodel - Great Neck, NY

Elite Kitchen & Bath/Express Contracting

Glorious home bar situated right where all the action is - in the expansive living/dining space. Custom high gloss cabinetry adorns the wine bar which is surrounded by black glass cabinetry that is back-lit. An undercounter wine fridge, black quartz counter holds a fine selection of wine and liquor. The glass cabinets stores a multitude of glasses and displays beautiful artwork, Mirrored back splash finishes this wonderful design.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Glass Sheet Splashback and Travertine 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.