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.

Mt. Kisco Classic White Kitchen

Studio Dearborn

A young family moving from NYC to their first house in Westchester County found this spacious colonial in Mt. Kisco New York. With sweeping lawns and total privacy, the home offered the perfect setting for raising their family. The dated kitchen was gutted but did not require any additional square footage to accommodate a new, classic white kitchen with polished nickel hardware and gold toned pendant lanterns. 2 dishwashers flank the large sink on either side, with custom waste and recycling storage under the sink. Kitchen design and custom cabinetry by Studio Dearborn. Architect Brad DeMotte. Interior design finishes by Elizabeth Thurer Interior Design. Calcatta Picasso marble countertops by Rye Marble and Stone. Appliances by Wolf and Subzero; range hood insert by Best. Cabinetry color: Benjamin Moore White Opulence. Hardware by Jeffrey Alexander Belcastel collection. Backsplash tile by Nanacq in 3x6 white glossy available from Lima Tile, Stamford. Bar faucet: Signature Hardware. Bar sink: Elkay Asana. Photography Neil Landino.

Lakehouse at Kingsgate

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, subway tile splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Whiskey Bar w/Color Changing Lights

DCI Custom Woodworks

Whiskey bar with remote controlled color changing lights embedded in the shelves. Cabinets have adjustable shelves and pull out drawers. Space for wine fridge and hangers for wine glasses.

Coastal Home Man Cave Bar Humidor

Michael James Design, Inc.

This customized humidor sits in the corner of the "Man Cave" and features the same "Trevi" hardware and "Magma Gold" granite that were used in the bar area. This "Man Cave" utilizes two commercial "smoke eater" units to keep the air circulating and prevents the space from smelling like cigars! These units are miracle workers as you could not detect the slightest trace of cigar odor!

Fancourt Residence

LS3P Living

Home Bar | Custom home studio of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. | Photo by Fairview Builders LLC.
Large traditional galley wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, slate floors and slate splashback.

Classic Kitchen Reno with Live edge Counters

Diamond Wood Products

Small traditional seated home bar in Calgary with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone tile splashback, linoleum floors and brown floor.

Calibogue Cay in Sea Pines

StoneWorks, Inc.

The wet bar in the upstairs billiard room has a Caesarstone Quartz countertop in Espresso. The rich brown of the Espresso quartz countertop is a nice contrast to the cabinets in cream and the beautiful heart of pine floors.

English Gentleman's Bar

Futurian Systems

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Denver with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback and medium hardwood floors.

My Work

Kalma Custom Woodworks inc

Large traditional single-wall seated home bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, timber splashback and dark hardwood floors.

Homearama 2015

Prestige Builders Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional galley seated home bar in Louisville.

Ballwin Condo Renovation

G. Terbrock Luxury Homes

Photo of a large traditional galley seated home bar in St Louis with raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, dark hardwood floors and subway tile splashback.

Finished Basement with a Speakeasy in Oakland Twp. MI

Finished Basements Plus

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped home bar in Detroit with wood benchtops.

Traditional Home Bar

Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall seated home bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and grey floor.

Nies Homes, Susan G. Komen Dreamhome for the Cure

Design Group Architects Ltd.

Nies Homes - Builder
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional galley wet bar in Wichita with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, stone tile splashback and ceramic floors.

Deluxe Wet Bar

Castle Kitchens and Interiors

Design and photography by Jennifer Hayes
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped wet bar in Denver with medium wood cabinets.

The Ginesi Speakeasy

Anthony James Master Builders, LLC

The Ginesi Speakeasy is the ideal at-home entertaining space. A two-story extension right off this home's kitchen creates a warm and inviting space for family gatherings and friendly late nights.

European Cottage

Pillar Homes

Builder: Pillar Homes - Photography: Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a large traditional wet bar in Minneapolis with flat-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, medium hardwood floors and brown benchtop.

Broughton Road Wet Bar

Classic Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

Photography: Jason Stemple
Photo of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Charleston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Varsity Estates

Moda Kitchens & Cabinets Inc.

Manson Hua
Inspiration for a large traditional single-wall wet bar in Vancouver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, marble benchtops, beige splashback, dark hardwood floors and mirror splashback.

Traditional Home Bar Design Ideas

A traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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.