Richard Mandelkorn Photography
This is an example of a large traditional galley wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback and dark hardwood floors.

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.

Craftsman Revived

Zieba Builders, Inc.

Our clients are a family with three young kids. They wanted to open up and expand their kitchen so their kids could have space to move around, and it gave our clients the opportunity to keep a close eye on the children during meal preparation and remain involved in their activities. By relocating their laundry room, removing some interior walls, and moving their downstairs bathroom we were able to create a beautiful open space. The LaCantina doors and back patio we installed really open up the space even more and allow for wonderful indoor-outdoor living. Keeping the historic feel of the house was important, so we brought the house into the modern era while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship to preserve the historic ambiance. The bar area with soapstone counters with the warm wood tone of the cabinets and glass on the cabinet doors looks exquisite.

Casa La Barranca

Bernardo Pozas Residential Design

Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall seated home bar in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey floor and black benchtop.

lower level bar

Schwingle Builders

Design ideas for a large traditional galley seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, ceramic floors, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback and red floor.

Traditional

Cabinet Concepts by Design

Design ideas for a large traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Other with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops and dark hardwood floors.

Midcentury Home Bar

This is an example of a large midcentury galley seated home bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, medium wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and medium hardwood floors.

Pemberton Modern

Butterfield Custom Homes

Large contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Austin with an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, metal splashback, brown floor, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets and medium hardwood floors.

Dramatic Modern Farmhouse

Kitchen Design Partners, Inc.

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

2019 Homearama

Mauk Cabinets by Design

We are so excited to share the finished photos of this year's Homearama we were lucky to be a part of thanks to G.A. White Homes. This space uses Marsh Furniture's Apex door style to create a uniquely clean and modern living space. The Apex door style is very minimal making it the perfect cabinet to showcase statement pieces like the brick in this kitchen.

Erratic Rock Brew Pub

Kitty&Company Interior Design llc

This home brew pub invites friends to gather around and taste the latest concoction. I happily tried Pumpkin when there last. The homeowners wanted warm and friendly finishes, and loved the more industrial style.

Custom Home Main Line

Warren Claytor Architects

Photo of a large u-shaped seated home bar in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mirror splashback and limestone floors.

Project Hunt Club

Karen Berkemeyer Home

This is an example of a large transitional galley wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Paddle House in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

Lowell Custom Homes

LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES http://lowellcustomhomes.com - Poker Room, Game Room with convenient bar service area overlooking platform tennis courts. Cabinets by Geneva Cabinet Company from Plato Woodwork, LLC., flat panel door style with a rattan insert. Multiple flat-screen tv's for sports viewing and bar sink with wood carved elephant head supports.

Sandy Springs Basement Design/Build

Home Expressions Interiors by Laura Bloom Inc.

This client wanted their Terrace Level to be comprised of the warm finishes and colors found in a true Tuscan home. Basement was completely unfinished so once we space planned for all necessary areas including pre-teen media area and game room, adult media area, home bar and wine cellar guest suite and bathroom; we started selecting materials that were authentic and yet low maintenance since the entire space opens to an outdoor living area with pool. The wood like porcelain tile used to create interest on floors was complimented by custom distressed beams on the ceilings. Real stucco walls and brick floors lit by a wrought iron lantern create a true wine cellar mood. A sloped fireplace designed with brick, stone and stucco was enhanced with the rustic wood beam mantle to resemble a fireplace seen in Italy while adding a perfect and unexpected rustic charm and coziness to the bar area. Finally decorative finishes were applied to columns for a layered and worn appearance. Tumbled stone backsplash behind the bar was hand painted for another one of a kind focal point. Some other important features are the double sided iron railed staircase designed to make the space feel more unified and open and the barrel ceiling in the wine cellar. Carefully selected furniture and accessories complete the look.

Cottonwood Creek

Eden Design

Photo by: Michael Schwartz
Design ideas for a large traditional galley seated home bar in Salt Lake City with medium hardwood floors, an undermount sink, shaker cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

Custom Wet Bars

Zawadski Homes Inc.

This is an example of a large transitional u-shaped home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, ceramic splashback and brown benchtop.

KC Artisan Home Tour with Rodrock Homes

Wilson Lighting

This is an example of a large contemporary galley seated home bar in Kansas City with medium wood cabinets and grey benchtop.

English Tudor

Sims Luxury Builders

Large mediterranean galley wet bar in Houston with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and granite benchtops.

Large Home Bar Design Ideas with Medium Wood Cabinets

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.