Photo of a small single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Butler's Pantry With Mirrored Backsplash in Haverford

Semerjian Interiors

Glamorous and modern butlers pantry
Design ideas for a small modern home bar in Philadelphia with mirror splashback.

Fresh Baby Blue Kitchen & Bar Cubby

Model Remodel

A clever under-stair bar complete with glass racks, glass rinser, sink, shelf and beverage center
This is an example of a small midcentury single-wall wet bar in Seattle with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, medium hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Kitchen & Bathroom Expansion - Westfield, NJ

Anthony James Master Builders, LLC

The newly created dry bar sits in the previous kitchen space, which connects the original formal dining room with the addition that is home to the new kitchen. A great spot for entertaining.

Stilvoller Barbereich

Knutzen Wohnen GmbH

Mit edlen Barstühlen in einem schicken Rostrot und einem hochwertigen Tisch lässt sich der eigene Barbereich mühelos selbst gestalten.
Inspiration for a small contemporary home bar in Other.

Plain City, OH- Contemporary- Wenge Wine Bar Tops

Grothouse Wood Countertops

Designed by Stephanie Lafferty. Learn more at https://www.glumber.com/image-library/wenge-wine-bar-tops-in-plain-city-ohio/. #stephanielafferty #grothouseinc #customwoodcountertops

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Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.

Custom buffet cabinet in the dining room can be opened up to reveal a wet bar with a gorgeous granite top, glass shelving and copper sink.. Home design by Phil Jenkins, AIA, Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; general contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; interior design by Stacey Hamilton; photos by Dave Hubler Photography.

Interlake Walk Wet Bar

TruKitchens

This wet bar features Polo Blue cabinets and floating shelf from Grabill Cabinets. They are set off by a crisp, white countertop, metallic subway tile and antique gold bar pulls.

Unity Entertainment, Prep Station, & Serving Cart by Keter. Grey

keter

This plastic outdoor kitchen storage table combines two storage solutions in one, providing a stainless steel top for serving drinks or condiments and a cupboard for storing extra supplies. It works perfectly for a family barbecue or any friendly gatherings on the deck, giving you extra serving and storage space for plates, water bottles and more. With its smooth-gliding casters, you can load up the storage unit in the kitchen and roll it to the outdoor grill where you need it. This rolling kitchen cart comes in handy for both small and large outdoor patios and kitchen spaces.

Sunset Harbour I

Studio RODA

This is an example of a small contemporary single-wall home bar in Miami with mirror splashback, no sink, open cabinets, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Lodgings on Lexington Ave.

apartmentjeanie

Design ideas for a small contemporary bar cart in New York with light hardwood floors and beige floor.

Gradison Design Build Maple Ridge

Drexel Interiors

This basement bar has a lovely modern feel to it, with plenty of storage and a wine refrigerator. Check out the floating shelves and accent lighting!

New England Charmer

Lauren Evans Interiors, LLC

This is an example of a small beach style bar cart in San Francisco with dark hardwood floors and brown floor.

Warm & Tranquil

Dependable Renovations Ltd

Photo of a small contemporary single-wall home bar in Calgary with no sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, white splashback and white benchtop.

Charlevoix Fish Art Cottage

Birchwood Construction Company

Birchwood Construction had the pleasure of working with Jonathan Lee Architects to revitalize this beautiful waterfront cottage. Located in the historic Belvedere Club community, the home's exterior design pays homage to its original 1800s grand Southern style. To honor the iconic look of this era, Birchwood craftsmen cut and shaped custom rafter tails and an elegant, custom-made, screen door. The home is framed by a wraparound front porch providing incomparable Lake Charlevoix views. The interior is embellished with unique flat matte-finished countertops in the kitchen. The raw look complements and contrasts with the high gloss grey tile backsplash. Custom wood paneling captures the cottage feel throughout the rest of the home. McCaffery Painting and Decorating provided the finishing touches by giving the remodeled rooms a fresh coat of paint. Photo credit: Phoenix Photographic

Mountain Rustic Craftsman

Living Stone Design + Build

Design ideas for a small country single-wall wet bar in Other with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Kitchen, Butlers Pantry and Bathroom Update with Quartz Collection

Minneapolis Granite

Kitchen, Butlers Pantry and Bathroom Update with Quartz Collection
Small transitional single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, beige splashback, glass tile splashback, brown floor, black benchtop and medium hardwood floors.

The Loft Life

Lynda Martin at Camelback Interior Design

Custom built dry bar under the stairs featuring LED lit stone slab. Wall to upstairs feature contemporary artwork. Photographer: Scott Sandler
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall home bar in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors, dark wood cabinets, brown floor and brown benchtop.

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Schneider Construction & Restoration

Photo of a small contemporary single-wall wet bar in New Orleans with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, marble splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

E Lakeshore

John Philip Ansehl Design

Small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Chicago with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Small 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.