Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Minneapolis with solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, slate floors and grey benchtop.

The farmhouse

Kinsella Kitchens & Baths

Wet bar that doubles as a butler's pantry, located between the dining room and gallery-style hallway to the family room. Guest entry to the dining room is the leaded glass door to left, bar entry at back-bar. With 2 under-counter refrigerators and an icemaker, the trash drawer is located under the sink. Front bar countertop at seats is wood with an antiqued-steel insert to match the island table in the kitchen.

Basements

S&D Renovations Inc.

Photo of a large traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Family Entertainment Systems

Carey's Electronics

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets and light hardwood floors.

Alpine Court

Karly Kristina Design

The waterfall counter is the main feature for this bar area. With it being highlighted in strip lighting below, it creates an ambiance while accenting this beautiful bar feature off of the kitchen. Builder: Hasler Homes

Idea ShowHouse 2014

Arteva Homes

Photo of a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

Chandler Outdoor Kitchen

Hochuli Design & Remodeling Team

Modern Outdoor Kitchen designed and built by Hochuli Design and Remodeling Team to accommodate a family who enjoys spending most of their time outdoors. Photos by: Ryan WIlson

Tranquil & Stunning Seaside with Beautiful Cabinetry

AlliKristé Custom Cabinetry and Kitchen Design

Lori Hamilton
Large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Tampa with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, dark hardwood floors, an undermount sink, marble benchtops, brown floor and white benchtop.

Bolingbrook Basement

Tranquility Builders, Inc.

Lego Display, Tranquility Builders, Inc.
Large modern home bar in Chicago with carpet.

Création - Villa Contemporaine

Flávia de Mello

©ohallot-Villa Cap de Carteret deco Flavia De Mello
Photo of a large contemporary seated home bar in Other.

Home Bar

Lauren Shadid Architecture + Interiors

Photos by Holly Lepere
This is an example of a large beach style home bar in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, blue splashback, medium hardwood floors and beige floor.

Lower Level of Private Residence, St. Charles IL

Langguth Design Ltd.

Design ideas for a large transitional galley wet bar in Chicago with dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and ceramic floors.

Recreational Haven

Donahoe Group

Tom Watson Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary seated home bar in New York with grey floor, an undermount sink, laminate benchtops, concrete floors and green benchtop.

Finished Basement Malvern, West Chester, Downingtown, Chester Springs, Wayne, Wy

COCOON

Finished Basement, Diner Booth, Bar Area, Kitchenette, Kitchen, Elevated Bar, Granite Countertops, Cherry Cabinets, Tiled Backsplash, Wet Bar, Slate Flooring, Tiled Floor, Footrest, Bar Height Counter, Built-In Cabinets, Entertainment Unit, Surround Sound, Walk-Out Basement, Kids Play Area, Full Basement Bathroom, Bathroom, Basement Shower, Entertaining Space, Malvern, West Chester, Downingtown, Chester Springs, Wayne, Wynnewood, Glen Mills, Media, Newtown Square, Chadds Ford, Kennett Square, Aston, Berwyn, Frazer, Main Line, Phoenixville,

OLD MILL SHAWNEE

Don Justice Cabinet Makers

Classic Bourbon & Smoking room cabinetry in ML Campbell brand "Tobacco" stained Zebrawood. Sealed glass door humidors display this special Cigar selection on roll out trays with a center Bourbon Bar display. Glowback Brand lighting provides the "glow effect" in this relaxing enviroment.

Mill Pond Road - Show Garage

Betsy Bassett Interiors

Photo of a large transitional single-wall wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black splashback, ceramic floors, brown floor, marble benchtops, grey benchtop and timber splashback.

Kitchen, Bar and Entertainment Center

Westside Remodeling, Inc.

Built in Bar Cabinetry, wine/beverage fridge
Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall home bar in Los Angeles with no sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

North Capitol Hill

Marc Blackwell New York

From the sitting room adjacent to the kitchen, a look into the dining room, with a 7' x 7' custom table, with banquette, and flannel modern chairs.
Large eclectic single-wall seated home bar in Other with a drop-in sink, open cabinets, grey cabinets, glass sheet splashback, painted wood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Finished Basement with a Speakeasy in Oakland Twp. MI

Finished Basements Plus

Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Detroit with an undermount sink, wood benchtops, vinyl floors and brown floor.

Brick House Restaurant

Fractal Architects

Inspiration for a large country wet bar in New York with wood benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Large Home Bar Design Ideas

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.