Vincent Ivicevic
Inspiration for a contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Orange County with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, dark hardwood floors, glass-front cabinets and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rustic Renovation

Smart Construction Inc.

This project is in the final stages. The basement is finished with a den, bedroom, full bathroom and spacious laundry room. New living spaces have been created upstairs. The kitchen has come alive with white cabinets, new countertops, a farm sink and a brick backsplash. The mudroom was incorporated at the garage entrance with a storage bench and beadboard accents. Industrial and vintage lighting, a barn door, a mantle with restored wood and metal cabinet inlays all add to the charm of the farm house remodel. DREAM. BUILD. LIVE. www.smartconstructionhomes.com

Oakridge Trail

Boileau Construction

Photography Credit: Gary Harris
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Cedar Rapids with an undermount sink, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops and concrete floors.

Kenilworth

Oakley Home Builders

Mid-sized modern l-shaped seated home bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback and dark hardwood floors.

New Life, New Home

AV Architects + Builders

AV Architects + Builders Location: Falls Church, VA, USA Our clients were a newly-wed couple looking to start a new life together. With a love for the outdoors and theirs dogs and cats, we wanted to create a design that wouldn’t make them sacrifice any of their hobbies or interests. We designed a floor plan to allow for comfortability relaxation, any day of the year. We added a mudroom complete with a dog bath at the entrance of the home to help take care of their pets and track all the mess from outside. We added multiple access points to outdoor covered porches and decks so they can always enjoy the outdoors, not matter the time of year. The second floor comes complete with the master suite, two bedrooms for the kids with a shared bath, and a guest room for when they have family over. The lower level offers all the entertainment whether it’s a large family room for movie nights or an exercise room. Additionally, the home has 4 garages for cars – 3 are attached to the home and one is detached and serves as a workshop for him. The look and feel of the home is informal, casual and earthy as the clients wanted to feel relaxed at home. The materials used are stone, wood, iron and glass and the home has ample natural light. Clean lines, natural materials and simple details for relaxed casual living. Stacy Zarin Photography

McLean Media Room and Bar

Salmon-Casson, Ltd

Bar area done in warm tones. Faux painting beneath top of bar with speciality lighting. Photo by David Keith
Photo of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped seated home bar in DC Metro with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback and cork floors.

Destined to be a Classic

Dura Supreme Cabinetry

This home with frameless / full-access cabinets combines the best of traditional styling with clean, modern design to create a look that will be fresh tomorrow as it is today. This home features Dura Supreme’s Bria Cabinetry throughout including the home office, laundry room, wet bar, dining room and multiple bathrooms. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure Find a Dura Supreme Showroom near you today: http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator

Canton Wenge Cherry Kitchen

Showcase Kitchens

A great wet bar....and beverage fridge, wine storage for the special wine o clock hour. The glass doors show off your special glassware.
Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped home bar in Bridgeport with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

HAWTHORN EAST HOUSE

STAR Architecture

Peter Bennetts
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Melbourne with an undermount sink, black cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, black floor, black benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

KC Artisan Home Tour with Starr Homes

Wilson Lighting

This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Kansas City with open cabinets, black cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor, multi-coloured benchtop, an undermount sink, granite benchtops and stone slab splashback.

Apple Valley, Kitchen

B2 Design Build

Bob Geifer Photography This petite beverage nook is a luxurious feature and is conveniently located near the kitchen eating areas. To boost the function of this wet bar, it is designed with a built in wine rack, over head storage cabinets, and a trendy glass door, stainless steel mini fridge. We used the same high quality elements as the rest of the kitchen, including the mosaic backsplash, granite countertop, and under cabinet lighting.

Sunset Drive, Avalon, NJ

Desmond Wholesale

Chris Hartzell
Photo of a traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops and dark hardwood floors.

Basment Bar

Masters Properties, Inc.

Jon Potter
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Raleigh with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Rural Omaha

Artistic Cabinetry LLC

This cozy basement bar features a beautiful open and guest friendly layout. Check out the "Cabinet Doors" designed specifically to conceal the storage room!

Builder Model | Copper Ridge| New Braunfels, Texas

MSA ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS

This is an example of a transitional l-shaped wet bar in Austin with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors and brown benchtop.

A Reclaimed Retreat

Gramophone

The client had a finished basement space that was not functioning for the entire family. He spent a lot of time in his gym, which was not large enough to accommodate all his equipment and did not offer adequate space for aerobic activities. To appeal to the client's entertaining habits, a bar, gaming area, and proper theater screen needed to be added. There were some ceiling and lolly column restraints that would play a significant role in the layout of our new design, but the Gramophone Team was able to create a space in which every detail appeared to be there from the beginning. Rustic wood columns and rafters, weathered brick, and an exposed metal support beam all add to this design effect becoming real. Maryland Photography Inc.

Ashburn Transitional Basement - Bar

Synergy Design & Construction

Architectural details such as columns, bulkheads, arches and tray ceilings disguise the inner workings of the basement ceiling, while adding interest and giving the rec room an "upstairs" feel.

Mini Bar Island

R|House Design Build

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback and ceramic floors.

Rec Room Redo

Lady with a Toolbox Interiors

Sarah Timmer
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped home bar in Milwaukee with no sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone slab splashback and carpet.

Kitchen Designs

Charbonneau Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional l-shaped home bar in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback, travertine floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

L-shaped Home Bar Design Ideas with Granite Benchtops

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.