Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional l-shaped wet bar in New Orleans with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, marble splashback, laminate floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Charissglen Cir Basement

D&G Construction

Inspiration for a large traditional galley wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, wood benchtops, engineered quartz splashback, laminate floors and brown benchtop.

Bars

MILLIRON GRANITE & QUARTZ

(c) Cipher Imaging Architectural Photography
Photo of a traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, glass tile splashback, laminate floors and brown floor.

Bar

Strom Construction Inc

Large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Charlotte with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and laminate floors.

Residential Bar

WL Bars

This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in New York with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, laminate floors, yellow floor, grey benchtop and an undermount sink.

Lower Level Family Room

Wauwatosa By Design

We built this cabinetry as a beverage & snack area. The hanging shelf is coordinated with the fireplace mantel. We tiled the backsplash with Carrera Marble Subway Tile.

The Bluffs

Pure Custom Integrations

Home Bar with Distributed Audio and Video, Controlled Lighting
Inspiration for a large traditional l-shaped seated home bar in Toronto with a drop-in sink, brown cabinets, wood benchtops, brown splashback, timber splashback, laminate floors and brown floor.

Edmonton McQueen - Kitchen Renovation and Basement Development

Four Elements Construction

Our client purchased this small bungalow a few years ago in a mature and popular area of Edmonton with plans to update it in stages. First came the exterior facade and landscaping which really improved the curb appeal. Next came plans for a major kitchen renovation and a full development of the basement. That's where we came in. Our designer worked with the client to create bright and colorful spaces that reflected her personality. The kitchen was gutted and opened up to the dining room, and we finished tearing out the basement to start from a blank state. A beautiful bright kitchen was created and the basement development included a new flex room, a crafts room, a large family room with custom bar, a new bathroom with walk-in shower, and a laundry room. The stairwell to the basement was also re-done with a new wood-metal railing. New flooring and paint of course was included in the entire renovation. So bright and lively! And check out that wood countertop in the basement bar!

Luxury Basement Remodel, Mudroom, Built-ins

A&E Construction and Design Center

Princeton, NJ. From blank canvas to ultimate entertainment space, our clients chose beautiful finishes and decor turning this unfinished basement into a gorgeous, functional space for everyone! COREtec flooring throughout provides beauty and durability. Stacked stone feature wall, and built ins add warmth and style to family room. Designated spaces for pool, poker and ping pong tables make for an entertainers dream. Kitchen includes convenient bar seating, sink, wine fridge, full size fridge, ice maker, microwave and dishwasher. Full bathroom with gorgeous finishes. Theater room with two level seating is the perfect place to watch your favorite movie!

1935 Colonial Game Room & Bar

Tonic Interiors

Full basement remodel featuring game room and wet bar. Original stained knotty pine and custom picture-frame wainscoting. Vintage billiard table and bar stools. Hammered copper backsplash and decorative copper ceiling tiles. Custom epoxy bar and countertops. Custom mahogany cabinetry. Electric fireplace with custom-built mantel and marble surround. Vintage leather wingback chairs.

Legacy

A. Perry Homes

Home bar in basement complete with tap and mirrored backing
Design ideas for a large traditional galley seated home bar in Chicago with laminate floors, brown floor, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback and brown benchtop.

Bull Valley Basement

Oliver Construction LLC

photos by Jennifer Oliver
Photo of a large traditional galley wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, travertine splashback, laminate floors and grey floor.

Custom Traditional Bar

WL Kitchen & Home

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional u-shaped wet bar in New York with no sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, mirror splashback, laminate floors, yellow floor and grey benchtop.

Bull Valley Basement

Oliver Construction LLC

photos by Jennifer Oliver
Inspiration for a large traditional galley wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, travertine splashback, laminate floors and grey floor.

1935 Colonial Game Room & Bar

Tonic Interiors

Wall unit/ desk/ dresser/ bookcase

Brian's Cabinets LLC

Photo of a small traditional single-wall wet bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, green splashback, laminate floors, brown floor and multi-coloured benchtop.

Residential Bar

WL Bars

Inspiration for a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in New York with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, laminate floors, yellow floor and grey benchtop.

Luxury Basement Remodel, Mudroom, Built-ins

A&E Construction and Design Center

Interiors

City Supply

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional single-wall wet bar in Chicago with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate benchtops, beige floor and laminate floors.

Chocolate Wet Bar

Sharmaine K. Nelson

Sharmaine Nelson
Photo of a small traditional galley wet bar in Atlanta with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, grey splashback, glass tile splashback, laminate floors and beige floor.

Traditional Home Bar Design Ideas with Laminate Floors

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.