Photo of a contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Other with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback and stone tile splashback.

Grant Basement

Daylight Basement Company

15 Foot L-shaped 2-level Front Bar
Mid-sized l-shaped seated home bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain floors, brown floor and mirror splashback.

Spare Rooms

Design Consultants + Art

Photo of a mid-sized l-shaped wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, granite benchtops and ceramic floors.

Sebago Lake Family Room/Pub Renovation

The Good Home - Interiors & Design

Liz Donnelly - Maine Photo Co.
Design ideas for a mid-sized country l-shaped seated home bar in Portland Maine with granite benchtops, timber splashback and ceramic floors.

Antiqued Elegance in Willowcreek Ranch

By Design Interiors, Inc.

The wine bar is dressed in a moody sage grasscloth wallcovering and features a beautiful granite slab as the inspiration for the whole room. Sparkles of gold, art, and an antiqued mirrored light fixture complete the design

Contemporary Clubhouse Bar in Diablo Grande CA.

Linhares Construction, Inc.

Home Bar in a Diablo Grande Clubhouse.
This is an example of a large contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Sacramento with open cabinets, light wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, ceramic floors, grey floor, granite benchtops and black benchtop.

Tudor Style home kitchen remodel

Michelle Lawrence Interior Design

This was an outdated kitchen that lacked function. It was an U-shape with a small island and the refrigerator was out of the kitchen. We duplicated the beam in the family room when we opened the kitchen. Because the home is on the water, with lots of windows we decided to get a brushed finish on the granite to minimize glare. Another feature in this kitchen is the under cabinet and toekick lighting for safety, since the kitchen footprint was dramatically changed. Added a bar area with an undermount sink and dual temperature, lockable wine cooler. We added a 12 foot center opening slider in the family room and extended the deck.

Bentley Ridge Basement Bar

Kade Cabinet Co.

This is an example of a mid-sized country l-shaped wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Moreno Game Room Bar

Stately Homes LLC

Game room bar area
Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Houston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and slate floors.

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.

Entertainers Dream

Angela Wells Interior Design

Trent Teigen
Photo of an expansive contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Waterford, VA

Kittrell Interiors Inc

Inspiration for a large country l-shaped wet bar in Baltimore with granite benchtops, metal splashback, medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and brown splashback.

Hamptons Terrace Level

Home Expressions Interiors by Laura Bloom Inc.

Approx. 1800 square foot basement where client wanted to break away from their more formal main level. Requirements included a TV area, bar, game room, guest bedroom and bath. Having previously remolded the main level of this home; Home Expressions Interiors was contracted to design and build a space that is kid friendly and equally comfortable for adult entertaining. Mercury glass pendant fixtures coupled with rustic beams and gray stained wood planks are the highlights of the bar area. Heavily grouted brick walls add character and warmth to the back bar and media area. Gray walls with lighter hued ceilings along with simple craftsman inspired columns painted crisp white maintain a fresh and airy feel. Wood look porcelain tile helps complete a space that is durable and ready for family fun.

Traditional Custom Kitchen

WL Bars

Photo of a mid-sized traditional l-shaped wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback, ceramic floors and grey benchtop.

Traditional Custom Kitchen

WL Bars

Custom Homes - Interiors

User

Corner wet bar in media room with beer and wine refrigerator and glass front cabinet. Oasis Photography, Fort Mill SC
Photo of a traditional l-shaped wet bar in Charlotte with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite benchtops and carpet.

Fully Furnished Model Home for Bridgwater Homes

Amy Laner Anjo Designs

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped home bar in Denver with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback and carpet.

Wet Bar in Family/Theater Room - The Aerius - Two Story Modern American Craftsma

Cascade West Development

The Aerius - Modern American Craftsman on Acreage in Ridgefield Washington by Cascade West Development Inc. The upstairs rests mainly on the Western half of the home. It’s composed of a laundry room, 2 bedrooms, including a future princess suite, and a large Game Room. Every space is of generous proportion and easily accessible through a single hall. The windows of each room are filled with natural scenery and warm light. This upper level boasts amenities enough for residents to play, reflect, and recharge all while remaining up and away from formal occasions, when necessary. Cascade West Facebook: https://goo.gl/MCD2U1 Cascade West Website: https://goo.gl/XHm7Un These photos, like many of ours, were taken by the good people of ExposioHDR - Portland, Or Exposio Facebook: https://goo.gl/SpSvyo Exposio Website: https://goo.gl/Cbm8Ya

Carlton Basement Bar

Green Basements & Remodeling

Mitered Laminated Edge & Leathered White Cashmere Granite, thin brick accent wall, Undermount square bar sink, painted slab cabinet doors, custom columns & trim, LVT Flooring

Custom Bars by Fordham

Fordham Marble Company Inc.

Inspiration for a traditional l-shaped seated home bar in New York with granite benchtops and beige splashback.

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.