Bar Sink and Small Refrigerator Tucked Under Stairs

Under the stairs a bar sink and 15" dishwasher was incorporated. The perfect spot for the bartender to mix drinks and to load and unload the dishwasher.

Buena Vista

Form Collective

Christina Faminoff
This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Joshua Tree Complete Home Remodel

Mint Development Group

This converted barn/shed now houses queen size bunk beds, pingpong table, disco ball, and full bar. The bar features stool seating and bespoke redwood countertops. Attached bathroom even has a composting toilet!

Modern Lower Level Bar

Roanoke Woodworking Inc.

Modern bar with waterfall bartop.
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, vinyl floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Horn Clubroom

Red Oak Remodeling

Dimiti Ganas
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall home bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops and vinyl floors.

Home bar/lounge

Jaimie Anand Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Austin with glass benchtops, vinyl floors and black floor.

Finished Basement with Bar, Bathroom and Living Room in New Hudson, MI

Finished Basements Plus

Photo of a mid-sized traditional u-shaped home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite benchtops, vinyl floors and brown floor.

The Lake Life | Basement Remodel

Che Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling

Coastal-inspired home bar with a modern twist. Navy painted cabinetry with brass fixtures and a modern tile backsplash to create the clean look for a simple nautical theme for the family and guest to enjoy. Photos by Spacecrafting Photography

Keeping the charm

Liv 4 Design Inc.

Design ideas for a mid-sized eclectic single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Oxford Ave.

Carla Bast Design

Inspiration for a large country galley seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, vinyl floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Mango + Pear Place

Surfside Home Co.

This is an example of a small beach style single-wall wet bar in San Diego with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, vinyl floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Modern Lower Level Bar

Roanoke Woodworking Inc.

Modern bar with waterfall bartop.
Mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, vinyl floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

9322 Lansing

Hartley Brothers Inc.

Inspiration for a mid-sized country galley home bar in Other with no sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Finished Basement in St. Paul

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

We love finishing basements and this one was no exception. Creating a new family friendly space from dark and dingy is always so rewarding. Tschida Construction facilitated the construction end and we made sure even though it was a small space, we had some big style. The slat stairwell feature males the space feel more open and spacious and the artisan tile in a basketweave pattern elevates the space. Installing luxury vinyl plank on the floor in a warm brown undertone and light wall color also makes the space feel less basement and a more open and airy.

Audubon Country Club

Florida West Coast Construction

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, vinyl floors, grey floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Home Bar

Donna Guyler Design

Home Bar, Cabinetry and Joinery design by Donna Guyler Design
Photo of a mid-sized scandinavian single-wall home bar in Gold Coast - Tweed with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, mirror splashback and vinyl floors.

Finished Basement in Clarkston, MI

Finished Basements Plus

Small modern single-wall wet bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, granite splashback, vinyl floors, multi-coloured floor and brown benchtop.

Colinbrook Basement

CMH Builders, Inc.

Mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback and vinyl floors.

Basement Bart Shelves

FBC Remodel

E'toile

The Leland Group

Greg Grupenhof
Mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, brick splashback, vinyl floors and black benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Vinyl Floors

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.