Tucked into a corner of the dining room, this butler’s pantry is small but has a lot of style, with its metal grout joints and oversize antiqued tile. We repeated the brass plumbing fixture – it’s from the same collection as the kitchen faucet. The clean, sleek lines are perfect for this small space. Photo © Alyssa Rosenheck 2016

Multiple Kitchens

Arozelli Kitchens

This is an example of a small traditional single-wall wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets and white cabinets.

Hilltop Residence

Poggenpohl Atlanta

Brian Gassel
Small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with flat-panel cabinets, quartz benchtops, an undermount sink, brown splashback and carpet.

East is the New West

The Vision Group

Centrally located wet bar with glass front cabinets.
This is an example of a small beach style single-wall wet bar in Tampa with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, light hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Encino, CA

Showcase Design•Build

Erica Bierman Request quote from Showcase Kitchens

Charming Guest Cottage

Brakefield Design Collective

Small beach style galley home bar in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, wood benchtops, white splashback, timber splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Harvey's Kitchen and Bar

Panelform

Puregloss Doors and Panels in Ultra White for Bar Area Photography by Lumo Photography
Inspiration for a small modern single-wall wet bar in Christchurch with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets and white cabinets.

Home Bars

Tobias Design LLC

This is an example of a small transitional single-wall wet bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Newport Beach Home

Jemm Interiors

Small contemporary single-wall wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Armonk Bespoke Kitchen

Elizabeth Strianese Interiors LLC

Photography by Meredith Heuer
Design ideas for a small transitional l-shaped wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

The Grove

Minchew Construction

Design ideas for a small beach style single-wall wet bar in Miami with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Rehoboth Beach, DE Master Bath and Built-In Bar

Cabinet Discounters, Inc.

This built-in bar features Brighton Cabinetry with Lincoln Raised doors and Maple Masterpiece finish. The countertops are LG Viatera Aria quartz with demi bullnose edge.

La Jolla Remodel

San Diego Bath & Tile

This is an example of a small modern single-wall wet bar in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Dandridge - Log Style Cabin

Visbeen Architects

A rustic approach to the shaker style, the exterior of the Dandridge home combines cedar shakes, logs, stonework, and metal roofing. This beautifully proportioned design is simultaneously inviting and rich in appearance. The main level of the home flows naturally from the foyer through to the open living room. Surrounded by windows, the spacious combined kitchen and dining area provides easy access to a wrap-around deck. The master bedroom suite is also located on the main level, offering a luxurious bathroom and walk-in closet, as well as a private den and deck. The upper level features two full bed and bath suites, a loft area, and a bunkroom, giving homeowners ample space for kids and guests. An additional guest suite is located on the lower level. This, along with an exercise room, dual kitchenettes, billiards, and a family entertainment center, all walk out to more outdoor living space and the home’s backyard. Photographer: William Hebert

Lincoln Court

Michele Peterson Interiors

This is an example of a small traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Dallas with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, beige cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, mosaic tile splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Home Wet Bar FINAL

Matterhorn Development Co.

Custom wet bar with full cabinets and floating shelves.
Small midcentury single-wall wet bar in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, blue splashback, grey floor and brown benchtop.

Sunset Hills Master Suite

Faust Construction

Small modern single-wall wet bar in Kansas City with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, marble benchtops, white splashback, marble splashback, light hardwood floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Coastal Contemporary Home

Melissa Sakell, CKBD

This newly completed custom home project was all about clean lines, symmetry and to keep the home feeling sleek and contemporary but warm and welcoming at the same time. This basement bar is simple and classic, with a touch of fun. The dark matte stain on the custom cabinets makes you stop and stay a while while the glasses sparkling in the glass cabinetry and the lights hitting the iridescent backsplash help draw your eyes throughout the space. Photo Credit: Whitney Summerall Photography ( https://whitneysummerallphotography.wordpress.com/)

Knox Street

Christiano Homes, Inc.

Lane Dittoe
Design ideas for a small contemporary galley seated home bar in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, marble benchtops, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Encelia- Our Modern Spec Home

Charco DESIGN & BUILD Inc.

Martin Mann
Photo of a small modern single-wall wet bar in San Diego with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops and medium hardwood floors.

Small Home Bar Design Ideas with an Undermount Sink

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.