Photo of a mid-sized country galley seated home bar in Denver with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, copper benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, concrete floors and brown floor.

Bar Renovation

Dovetail Group LLC

Inspiration for a small modern galley seated home bar in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets.

Basement Transformation

La Bella Casa Interior Designs

This 1600+ square foot basement was a diamond in the rough. We were tasked with keeping farmhouse elements in the design plan while implementing industrial elements. The client requested the space include a gym, ample seating and viewing area for movies, a full bar , banquette seating as well as area for their gaming tables - shuffleboard, pool table and ping pong. By shifting two support columns we were able to bury one in the powder room wall and implement two in the custom design of the bar. Custom finishes are provided throughout the space to complete this entertainers dream.

Paradise Valley Contemporary

CJ Gershon Photography

Inspiration for a contemporary seated home bar in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, black splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Country New build

Harriet Hughes Interior Design

This classic contemporary home bar we installed is timeless and beautiful with the brass inlay detailing inside the shaker panel.
This is an example of a large transitional galley seated home bar in London with wood benchtops, dark hardwood floors, grey floor, grey benchtop, glass-front cabinets and dark wood cabinets.

Glen Road - 2 Story

Zehnder Homes

Brass & shiplap accents make this home bar unique!
Design ideas for a small transitional galley seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, porcelain floors and white benchtop.

Contemporary Artist Retreat

Annie Santulli Designs

The designer turned a dining room into a fabulous bar for entertaining....integrating the window behind the bar for a dramatic look! Robert Brantley Photography

Dublin OH Basement

J.Holderby - Renovations

Mid-sized country single-wall seated home bar in Columbus with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Port Streets 9

Garden Studio

Ryan Garvin
This is an example of a transitional l-shaped seated home bar in Orange County with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets and brick floors.

Dream Home 2017 Mendota Heights

David Charlez Designs

This lower level was inspired by the subway in New York. The brick veneer wall compliments the navy painted full height cabinetry. The separate counter provides seating for guests in the bar area. Photo by SpaceCrafting

In-home Bar

Fratantoni Interior Designers

This French Country home bar features built-in bar shelving with two large wine refrigerators and a mirrored back bar shelf. A bar table for two sits in front of the built-ins for a place to sit and relax.

River Oaks Federal Colonial

Windham Builders

River Oaks, 2014 - Remodel and Additions
Design ideas for a large transitional seated home bar in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, dark hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Beautifully Designed Cabinetry

Custom Cabinets and Millwork Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional galley seated home bar in Cedar Rapids with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets and marble benchtops.

Bar

R|House Design Build

This bar is perfect for entertaining family and friends. Fully equipped with with a keg for the adults and a root beer keg for the kids! The herringbone wood ceiling really warms up the feel of the bar!

Cavender Basement

Hart & Lock Design

Mimi Erickson
Design ideas for a country seated home bar in Atlanta with brick splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and shaker cabinets.

Backlit Onyx Nuvolato Bar

Aria Stone Gallery

This masculine and modern Onyx Nuvolato marble bar and feature wall is perfect for hosting everything from game-day events to large cocktail parties. The onyx countertops and feature wall are backlit with LED lights to create a warm glow throughout the room. The remnants from this project were fashioned to create a matching backlit fireplace. Open shelving provides storage and display, while a built in tap provides quick access and easy storage for larger bulk items.

Backlit Onyx Nuvolato Bar

Aria Stone Gallery

2016 Parade of Homes

Witt Construction

Randall Perry Photography, E Tanny Design
This is an example of a country seated home bar in New York with dark wood cabinets and shaker cabinets.

WATERWAY INTRACOASTAL HOME

Waterview Kitchens

Jack Bates Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Miami with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and porcelain floors.

Addition Featuring Full Bar and NanoWall

Amiano & Son Construction, LLC

Design ideas for an expansive country single-wall seated home bar in Philadelphia with dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, concrete floors and shaker cabinets.

All Cabinet Styles Seated 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.