This is an example of a traditional home bar in Chicago.

Solano Prado

poggi design

Design ideas for a contemporary seated home bar in Miami with mirror splashback, grey floor and grey benchtop.

North Seattle Guest House

Kimberlee Marie Interiors

This one is near and dear to my heart. Not only is it in my own backyard, it is also the first remodel project I've gotten to do for myself! This space was previously a detached two car garage in our backyard. Seeing it transform from such a utilitarian, dingy garage to a bright and cheery little retreat was so much fun and so rewarding! This space was slated to be an AirBNB from the start and I knew I wanted to design it for the adventure seeker, the savvy traveler, and those who appreciate all the little design details . My goal was to make a warm and inviting space that our guests would look forward to coming back to after a full day of exploring the city or gorgeous mountains and trails that define the Pacific Northwest. I also wanted to make a few bold choices, like the hunter green kitchen cabinets or patterned tile, because while a lot of people might be too timid to make those choice for their own home, who doesn't love trying it on for a few days?At the end of the day I am so happy with how it all turned out! --- Project designed by interior design studio Kimberlee Marie Interiors. They serve the Seattle metro area including Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Medina, Clyde Hill, and Hunts Point. For more about Kimberlee Marie Interiors, see here: https://www.kimberleemarie.com/

Forest Hill

gamble + design

Design ideas for a transitional single-wall home bar in San Francisco with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, black splashback, grey floor and grey benchtop.

Wakefield Wine Bar and Fireplace

Griffin Design

Designed By: Robby Griffin Photos By: Desired Photo
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary single-wall home bar in Houston with shaker cabinets, green cabinets, wood benchtops, grey splashback, porcelain splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and beige benchtop.

Posh Home Remodel

Everything Home

Our Carmel design-build studio was tasked with organizing our client’s basement and main floor to improve functionality and create spaces for entertaining. In the basement, the goal was to include a simple dry bar, theater area, mingling or lounge area, playroom, and gym space with the vibe of a swanky lounge with a moody color scheme. In the large theater area, a U-shaped sectional with a sofa table and bar stools with a deep blue, gold, white, and wood theme create a sophisticated appeal. The addition of a perpendicular wall for the new bar created a nook for a long banquette. With a couple of elegant cocktail tables and chairs, it demarcates the lounge area. Sliding metal doors, chunky picture ledges, architectural accent walls, and artsy wall sconces add a pop of fun. On the main floor, a unique feature fireplace creates architectural interest. The traditional painted surround was removed, and dark large format tile was added to the entire chase, as well as rustic iron brackets and wood mantel. The moldings behind the TV console create a dramatic dimensional feature, and a built-in bench along the back window adds extra seating and offers storage space to tuck away the toys. In the office, a beautiful feature wall was installed to balance the built-ins on the other side. The powder room also received a fun facelift, giving it character and glitz. --- Project completed by Wendy Langston's Everything Home interior design firm, which serves Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers, Westfield, Noblesville, and Indianapolis. For more about Everything Home, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://everythinghomedesigns.com/portfolio/carmel-indiana-posh-home-remodel

Bars

Studio R Design

Dimensional gold tile with dark cabinetry and a concrete-eque countertop.
Design ideas for a contemporary wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, green cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, cement tile splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Bouldin Pied-Á-Terre

Ashby Collective

This is an example of a small modern single-wall home bar in Austin with blue cabinets, soapstone benchtops, blue splashback, ceramic splashback and grey benchtop.

Custom Kitchens

Brunswick Floors Inc.

This bright and beautiful kitchen has Antigua Maple doors and the color was custom mixed for the client using ColorInspire.
Beach style home bar.

High End Man-cave

Howson Design by Katy Raywood

This is an example of an industrial home bar in Other.

Modern Wet Bar in Lakeside Park, KY

Kitchen Concepts, Inc.

Small modern single-wall wet bar in Cincinnati with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, tile benchtops, blue splashback and glass tile splashback.

Calle Del Cerrito

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

Wet Bar
This is an example of a small mediterranean l-shaped wet bar in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Calle Del Cerrito

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

Wet Bar
Inspiration for a small mediterranean l-shaped wet bar in Orange County with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, ceramic splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Prout's Neck

Leandra Fremont-Smith Interiors

Inspiration for a beach style single-wall wet bar in Portland Maine with an undermount sink, granite benchtops, ceramic floors, grey floor, black benchtop, shaker cabinets and blue cabinets.

Squak Mountain Master Bedroom

Kasabella

A built-in beverage cooler, wet bar and coffee center, add comfort and convenience to the master suite. Floating style shelves have dimmable recessed lighting.

Worldly Warmth

JL Design

This is an example of a contemporary single-wall wet bar in Nashville with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, grey cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, light hardwood floors, beige floor and black benchtop.

Classic Meets Contemporary

Yankee Custom Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a transitional home bar in New York.

Cherry Lane

Lake and Hill Interiors

Design ideas for a home bar in New York.

Crystal Lake Main Level

construction2style LLC

Design ideas for a home bar in Minneapolis.

Chic Beach Home

Brooks and Falotico Associates, Inc.

Inspiration for a beach style home bar in New York.

Turquoise 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.