Kitchenette
This is an example of a small arts and crafts single-wall wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Westport Custom Post & Beam

Segerson Builders

Home bar.
Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, red splashback, brick splashback, medium hardwood floors and soapstone benchtops.

green laker residence 1

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sam van fleet
Inspiration for a small traditional single-wall home bar in Seattle with recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets and soapstone benchtops.

Mediterranean - Aggarwal Residence

Impluvium Architecture

Impluvium Architecture Location: San Ramon, CA, USA This project was a direct referral from a friend. I was the Architect and helped coordinate with various sub-contractors. I also co-designed the project with various consultants including Interior and Landscape Design Almost always, and in this case, I do my best to draw out the creativity of my clients, even when they think that they are not creative. This house is a perfect example of that with much of the client's vision and culture infused into the house.

Entertainment Bar & Staircase

Jeff King & Company

Read all about this family-friendly remodel on our blog: http://jeffkingandco.com/from-the-contractors-bay-area-remodel/. Architect: Steve Swearengen, AIA | the Architects Office / Photography: Paul Dyer

Azalea Ridge

Wright Design

Beautiful home on Lake Keowee with English Arts and Crafts inspired details. The exterior combines stone and wavy edge siding with a cedar shake roof. Inside, heavy timber construction is accented by reclaimed heart pine floors and shiplap walls. The three-sided stone tower fireplace faces the great room, covered porch and master bedroom. Photography by Accent Photography, Greenville, SC.

Sea Island Residence

JDS Designs, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall seated home bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Fishtown Row

Wyant Architecture

A rich palette of color and natural materials adds warmth and visual drama to the new kitchen.
Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback and black benchtop.

Black and Walnut Modern Industrial Design Kitchen in DC

USA Cabinet Store Fairfax

Inspiration for a small industrial single-wall wet bar in DC Metro with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, grey splashback, stone tile splashback, concrete floors, grey floor and grey benchtop.

East End Beach House

BERG DESIGN ARCHITECTURE

Photo of a mid-sized transitional single-wall home bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops, red splashback, mosaic tile splashback, slate floors and grey floor.

1820's Row House

Andrea Leigh Interiors

Jessica Caso
This is an example of a transitional single-wall home bar in Austin with medium wood cabinets, white splashback, no sink and soapstone benchtops.

Young and Fun!

Troico

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall home bar in Vancouver with dark hardwood floors, black floor, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback, timber splashback, black benchtop and soapstone benchtops.

Lot 35

F1 Cabinets and Furniture

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional single-wall wet bar in Phoenix with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, beige splashback, cement tile splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Farmhouse Kitchen, Family Room, and Mudroom Remodel

Balducci Additions & Remodeling

A small closet is replaced by a custom made wine bar with a built-in refrigerator, wine rack, and wine dispenser
Inspiration for a small country single-wall home bar in Richmond with glass-front cabinets, dark wood cabinets and soapstone benchtops.

Litchfield County

Cole Harris Associates LLC

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, soapstone benchtops, white splashback and slate floors.

The Riviera

Nathan Homes LLC

Photo of a transitional single-wall wet bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, soapstone benchtops, brick splashback and black benchtop.

South River House

Kimmel Studio Architects

Devin Kimmel
Mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Baltimore with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops and mirror splashback.

Lakefront Home

Capital Construction Inc

Design ideas for a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone benchtops and light hardwood floors.

Extensive Additions & Renovations in Clayton

Christopher D. Marshall Architect, LLC

This is the new bar that was placed in the former home office space. The arch in the distance was an exterior window opening that we removed the sill and added the arched top to match the existing openings. Chris Marshall

Black is the New Gray: Back in Black East Cobb Home Makeover

Atlanta Curb Appeal

Black Bar. Gold stools. Gorgeous tile and counters. Gold hardware
Photo of an expansive modern single-wall seated home bar in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, ceramic splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Single-wall Home Bar Design Ideas with Soapstone Benchtops

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.