Daniel Grill Images, LLC
Design ideas for a mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Miami with a drop-in sink, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, metal splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white 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.

Killarney Hts Project

Dan Kitchens Australia

Home bar next to outdoor living space. Photos: Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea
Design ideas for a small modern single-wall wet bar in Sydney with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, limestone floors, beige floor, no sink, brown splashback and metal splashback.

River Trail Entertainment Bar

Meyer Design

Architect: Meyer Design Photos: Jody Kmetz
Mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Grothouse Countertop for Bar Area in House Beautiful Kitchen of the Year 2014

Grothouse Wood Countertops

Steven Miller designed this bar area for the House Beautiful Kitchen of the Year 2014. Countertop Wood: Peruvian Walnut Construction Style: Edge Grain Wood Countertop Location: Decorator’s Showcase in San Francisco, CA Size: 1-1/2" thick x 34" x 46" Wood Countertop Finish: Grothouse Original Oil Designer: Steven Miller Undermount or Overmount Sink: Undermount Sink Cutout for Kohler K-3391

Kleinburg Basement Reno

Unfold Creative Studio Ltd.

Basement Kitchenette/Bar
Photo of a mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Toronto with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, concrete benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, metal splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

G.A. White - Keirns

Mauk Cabinets by Design

Another stunning home we got to work alongside with G.A. White Homes. It has a clean, modern look with elements that make it cozy and welcoming. With a focus on strong lines, a neutral color palette, and unique lighting creates a classic look that will be enjoyed for years to come.

Green, Ohio - 2400 sqft - Modern

Shultz Design & Construction

Photo of a large modern single-wall wet bar in Cleveland with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metal splashback and carpet.

Metal Mosaic Tiles

BELK Tile

The Windmill Metal mosaic in gunmetal finish used in a wet bar for a home. Brushed Gun Metal Tile Windmill Mosaic Tile Size: Random Size Sheet Size: 13" x 11" Sheet Coverage: 1.00 Square Feet Material: Brushed Gun Metal Pressed over Porcelain

Custom Bar - Final Product

Heights Kitchen and Bath

This is the space our client asked us to design a custom bar for entertaining. In the design we incorporated the same wood colors to compliment the kitchen and living room cabinets.

Custom Home Bars

Scott Arthur Millwork & Cabinetry Ltd

Wood grain melamine bar with black lacquered floating shelves and recessed under cabinet lighting.
Modern single-wall home bar in Edmonton with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metal splashback and white benchtop.

DIR-Bar area

WISSAMHAYEK Studio

This is an example of a mid-sized modern single-wall seated home bar in Other with an integrated sink, light wood cabinets, wood benchtops, black splashback, metal splashback, ceramic floors, grey floor and beige benchtop.

Grothouse Countertop for Bar Area in House Beautiful Kitchen of the Year 2014

Grothouse Wood Countertops

Killarney Hts Project

Dan Kitchens Australia

Home bar next to outdoor living space. Photos: Paul Worsley @ Live By The Sea
Photo of a small modern single-wall wet bar in Sydney with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, limestone floors, beige floor, no sink, brown splashback and metal splashback.

G.A. White - Keirns

Mauk Cabinets by Design

Design ideas for a large modern single-wall wet bar in Dallas with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, grey splashback, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, metal splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Bridgehampton Project

Stone Logic

Custom sized Metal Tile Backsplash with Limestone tops.
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, limestone benchtops, grey splashback, metal splashback and light hardwood floors.

Modern Metal

Linden Kitchen and Bath

Let us wow you with a unique bar design!!!! This one of a kind metal backdrop will be a conversation piece for years to come. This gorgeous dark cabinetry and white counters complete this look to perfection. Want more inspiration or design ideas? Let us help you!!!!

2015 Woodstock Wet Bar

Oliver Construction LLC

photos by Jennifer Oliver
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern single-wall wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, metal splashback and carpet.

Modern Home Bar Design Ideas with Metal Splashback

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.