custom floating shelves to display Japanese whiskey collection above dry bar and wine fridge
Photo of a contemporary single-wall home bar in San Francisco with white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, vinyl floors and white benchtop.

Bars

Bishop Design

Design ideas for a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, carpet, grey floor and black benchtop.

BAR KOMIK

ABD DECORACION

Inspiration for a small midcentury single-wall seated home bar in Bilbao with an integrated sink, white cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, black splashback, mosaic tile splashback, ceramic floors and brown floor.

Mandy

Enfort Homes

Mandy's timeless white oak kitchen features a geometric square backsplash that gives LOTS of texture, custom panel Sub-Zero refrigerator, hidden pantry, under counter beverage cooler, microwave drawer, and black undermount prep sink.

Berthoud Farmhouse

High Country Fine Furniture and Custom Cabinetry

White Oak floating shelves for a farmhouse feel
Inspiration for a small country single-wall wet bar in Denver with white cabinets, wood benchtops and mirror splashback.

Kanomika Barn

Colonial Reproductions, Inc.

Design ideas for a small country galley seated home bar in Boston with white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Distillery District Condo

AC Interiors Design & Build

The breakfast bar was added so the client could enjoy the views of the Toronto City Scape during breakfast or for a casual drink after dinner.
Small modern single-wall seated home bar in Toronto with white cabinets, wood benchtops and white benchtop.

Modern Basement Remodel

Drury Design

A young growing family purchased a great home in Chicago’s West Bucktown, right by Logan Square. It had good bones. The basement had been redone at some point, but it was due for another refresh. It made sense to plan a mindful remodel that would acommodate life as the kids got older. “A nice place to just hang out” is what the owners told us they wanted. “You want your kids to want to be in your house. When friends are over, you want them to have a nice space to go to and enjoy.” Design Objectives: Level up the style to suit this young family Add bar area, desk, and plenty of storage Include dramatic linear fireplace Plan for new sectional Improve overall lighting THE REMODEL Design Challenges: Awkward corner fireplace creates a challenge laying out furniture No storage for kids’ toys and games Existing space was missing the wow factor – it needs some drama Update the lighting scheme Design Solutions: Remove the existing corner fireplace and dated mantle, replace with sleek linear fireplace Add tile to both fireplace wall and tv wall for interest and drama Include open shelving for storage and display Create bar area, ample storage, and desk area THE RENEWED SPACE The homeowners love their renewed basement. It’s truly a welcoming, functional space. They can enjoy it together as a family, and it also serves as a peaceful retreat for the parents once the kids are tucked in for the night.

Pièce à vivre avec une touche industrielle.

My Home Transformation

Rénovation d'une pièce à vivre avec un nouvel espace BAR et une nouvelle cuisine adaptée aux besoins de ses occupants. Décoration choisie avec un style industriel accentué dans l'espace salle à manger, mais nous avons choisie une cuisine blanche afin de conserver une luminosité importante et de ne pas surcharger l'effet industriel.

Walnut Creek Whole Home Remodel

Rexford Design

custom floating shelves to display Japanese whiskey collection above dry bar and wine fridge
This is an example of a contemporary single-wall home bar in San Francisco with white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, white splashback, vinyl floors and white benchtop.

Bars

Bishop Design

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, white cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, carpet, grey floor and black benchtop.

Kanomika Barn

Colonial Reproductions, Inc.

Photo of a small country galley seated home bar in Boston with white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Kanomika Barn

Colonial Reproductions, Inc.

Photo of a small country galley seated home bar in Boston with white cabinets, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Distillery District Condo

AC Interiors Design & Build

The breakfast bar was added so the client could enjoy the views of the Toronto City Scape during breakfast or for a casual drink after dinner.
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall seated home bar in Toronto with white cabinets, wood benchtops and white benchtop.

Floating Shelves Home Bar Design Ideas with White Cabinets

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.