This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall home bar in Houston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Sophisticated Ranch

Fulton Construction, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized modern galley wet bar in Other with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and porcelain floors.

In The Spotlight

Morrison Interiors

This is the perfect example of how a designer can help client's think outside the box. Nothing really lines up, but it all works. Photos by: Rod Foster

Dining Room Bar

Cabinet Solutions USA

This wet bar is adjacent to the home's fireplace with a large stone facade. We partnered with Custom Creative Remodeling, a Phoenix based home remodeling company, to provide the cabinetry for this beautiful remodel! Photo Credit: Custom Creative Remodeling

Lorton Media Room | Lorton, VA

Casaplex, LLC

This is an example of a modern single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, subway tile splashback, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Modern Kitchens

The Affordable Kitchen Company

Inspiration for a small modern single-wall wet bar in Toronto with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Moody Bar

La Costa Cabinets & Design

An alcove becomes a moody bar scene drenched in a deep rich black paint, black stone countertops, accented with warm wood floating shelves and copper antique mesh. Under shelf lighting illuminates the display area on the shelves and extra bottles are stored neatly in the custom diagonal open shelving rack to the side of the wine fridge.

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.

Our Work

ProSelect Design

Design ideas for a modern single-wall wet bar in New Orleans with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, matchstick tile splashback, ceramic floors and beige floor.

3042 Fairway Circle

FBC Remodel

Large modern single-wall seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, distressed cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, matchstick tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Wexford - Basement Remodel

TK Construction Inc.

Gary Yon
Inspiration for a large modern l-shaped seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops and beige floor.

Olathe Man Cave Basement Finish

KC Home Solutions, LLC

Talk about MAN CAVE! We finished this basement in Olathe and were finally able to go by there and grab some completion pictures. If there is a big game on, and you can't reach us? We are likely in this basement. A few details? 145" diagonal HD projection TV with custom 7:1 surround sound, full wet-bar (with another TV), full bathroom and a play room.

Sherbourne Circle

Morrone Interiors

This custom bar comes complete with custom shelving, white granite bar, wine fridge, custom cabinets, and modern chairs. Check out our Houzz profile for more modern inspiration.

Black Galaxy Granite Bar

Boston Counters

Home bar with polished Black Galaxy granite countertop, forest green lower cabinets and open shelving, and glass-faced redwood upper cabinets.
Design ideas for a modern single-wall home bar in Boston with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, white splashback, shiplap splashback, medium hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Chalk Ridge

Emily Roose Interiors

A custom home dry bar just off of the kitchen that features two under counter beverage fridges and an ice maker. Cabinets above are in the awning style that flip up to open and the cabinets are in a dark walnut trimmed out with a lighter walnut accent. On the back wall of the bar is a stunning shimmery blue wallpaper. the waterfall countertop is in a natural granite called Panda Granite.

Modern Basement Finish

Bryan Casey Construction LLC

Photo of a large modern single-wall seated home bar in Kansas City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, stone tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Sports basement

D&G Construction

Full bar with custom cabinets, granite counter tops and stainless steal back splash.
Large modern single-wall seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, dark hardwood floors, brown floor, grey splashback, metal splashback and white benchtop.

Mancave

Robineve Interiors

Large modern galley seated home bar in San Francisco with beaded inset cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Wexford - Basement Remodel

TK Construction Inc.

Gary Yon
This is an example of a large modern l-shaped seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops and beige floor.

Basement Bar With Walkup Center Island

Struction Contracting LLC

Multi material center island top.
Photo of a modern single-wall seated home bar in Minneapolis with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and ceramic floors.

Modern Home Bar Design Ideas with Granite Benchtops

A modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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.