Home bar area with Stainless steel full height tile with glass shelves. New High Gloss cabinetry with built in sink. Cambria counter tops with overhang for bar area.

European Inspired Design

Ahmann Design, Inc.

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Cedar Rapids with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and porcelain floors.

New

Bath, Kitchen and Tile Center

Mid-sized transitional l-shaped wet bar in Wilmington with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, porcelain floors, beige floor and grey benchtop.

Projects

A Lasting Impression, Inc.

Mid-sized contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Grand Rapids with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops and porcelain floors.

Garber Bar & Basement

Artisan Kitchens & Countertops

Maurice Johnson
Photo of a small traditional l-shaped wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops and porcelain floors.

Built-In & Bar in Tampa, FL

Studio Luxe Custom Cabinetry

Colorful built-in cabinetry creates a multifunctional space in this Tampa condo. The bar section features lots of refrigerated and temperature controlled storage as well as a large display case and countertop for preparation. The additional built-in space offers plenty of storage in a variety of sizes and functionality.

Tampa, FL Classical Contemporary Renovation

Urban Project Management & Construction

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped home bar in Tampa with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Stonegrain

International Ceramics

'Stonegrain' porcelain tiles. For that timber look, without the maintenance. Ideal for both indoor and outdoor spaces.
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Sydney with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, brown cabinets, tile benchtops, brown splashback, porcelain splashback, porcelain floors and brown floor.

Wallpaper Pizzaz!

Creative Home Decorating

A great bar nook with fabulous wallpaper and a dynamic light fixture
This is an example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped home bar in Calgary with quartz benchtops, porcelain floors and beige floor.

Bar Area with Polar White and Aged Walnut finish

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

And when it is time to party - everything is to hand too! The feature wine rack, and shelves with lighting, together with the timber, create a lovely addition to this entertaining area. Multi-tasking spaces at their best.

Residential Projects

Titan Impact LLC - Windows and Doors

Photo of a mid-sized tropical l-shaped seated home bar in Miami with an undermount sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, porcelain floors and white floor.

Blackhawk Ct., Montserratt

The Hills Group

Photographer: Kat Alves
Mid-sized transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Sacramento with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and porcelain floors.

Kitchen with a View

Waterview Kitchens

Gorgeous all blue kitchen cabinetry featuring brass and gold accents on hood, pendant lights and cabinetry hardware. The stunning intracoastal waterway views and sparkling turquoise water add more beauty to this fabulous kitchen.

Cottonwood Contemporary Dream

Cultivate Construction

COLLABORATION PROJECT| SHEAR FORCE CONSTRUCTION
Photo of a large contemporary l-shaped wet bar in San Diego with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Attico a Bologna

User

La sera tutto prende vita.
Design ideas for a small modern l-shaped home bar in Bologna with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain floors, black floor and brown benchtop.

Lower Level Bar - Built for Entertaining | Che Bella Interiors

Che Bella Interiors Design + Remodeling

A busy family was looking to add a bar to their lower level. While designing the bar and placement within the lower level we thought about how often the lower level patio door was used by the neighborhood kids and adults throughout the summer while our clients entertained within the social neighborhood. We extended the tile floors so that there would be a place to pile shoes & flip flops during the summer, and created enough space for people to gather within the bar space as well as on the other side. Spacecrafting Photography

Basement Finish Rescue - Custom Cabinets

Mangela Construction

Mixture cabinets purchased by homeowner for previous contractor that we 'rescued' from a terrible stain and finish job. Mixed those in with a custom wine rack and adjustable shelving. Custom built bar out front.

Alpine Court

Karly Kristina Design

Creating a bar area off of the kitchen gives this contemporary space visual interest while adding an expansion to the kitchen. It is the perfect place to have guests sit while entertaining for them to be apart of your presence but not sitting in the mess of the dinner preparation. Builder: Hasler Homes

Montgomery Modern Bar & Walk in wine cellar

Wilde North

Modern wet bar in basement with walk in wine cellar. Stainless steel bar front panels with embossed tree bark design. Matte black faucet, sink and foot rail. Floating box shelves with antique mirror backing. Appliances are beverage cooler, wine cooler and slim dishwasher. Multi color LED lights under counter front and back, in shelves and in wine cellar. Beautiful porcelain tiles with hints of metallic and rust shades in them. Waterfall counter tops on both the L shaped bar and the corner counter. Elegant matching cabinet handles with the same design as bar front.

Foxcroft Basement Bar- Holiday Ready!

Delphinium Design

Photo Credit: Tiffany Ringwald Photography
Mid-sized modern l-shaped wet bar in Charlotte with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

L-shaped Home Bar Design Ideas with Porcelain 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.