Photo of a modern single-wall wet bar in Houston with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

The Perfectly Imperfect Farmhouse

GLDESIGN

Sometimes what you’re looking for is right in your own backyard. This is what our Darien Reno Project homeowners decided as we launched into a full house renovation beginning in 2017. The project lasted about one year and took the home from 2700 to 4000 square feet.

Wayzata Scandinavian Modern

Pillar Homes

Built by Pillar Homes Landmark Photography
Photo of a mid-sized modern galley seated home bar in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, ceramic floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Dining Room Collections

Williams & Kay

Design ideas for a mid-sized industrial single-wall wet bar in Other with medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, cement tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Capitol Hill Classic

John Audet - Case Design/Remodeling Inc.

This shallow depth alcove was utilized for much needed storage and counter space. The custom wood top is very inviting and warm. The library ladder feature allows easy reach to the upper cabinets and adds a cool conversation piece.

Custom Hidden Bar

Fuse Design+Build

Design ideas for a modern single-wall home bar in Other with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, cement tile splashback and light hardwood floors.

Wayzata Scandinavian Modern

Pillar Homes

Built by Pillar Homes Landmark Photography
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary galley seated home bar in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, ceramic floors, white floor and white benchtop.

The Perfectly Imperfect Farmhouse

GLDESIGN

Bars

Incredible Homes & Renovations

Traditional single-wall wet bar in Houston with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, cement tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Wood Benchtops and Cement Tile 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.