This is an example of a transitional single-wall wet bar in New Orleans with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, multi-coloured splashback, medium hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Chic Chateau

A. Perry Homes

Butler Pantry Bar
This is an example of a traditional single-wall home bar in Chicago with no sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, metal splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Traditional House

Robinson Lighting

Crystals of the semi-flush fixture add a level of ornamentation without taking away from the beauty of the ceiling. Featured Lighting: Vol De Cristal

Kitchen General

Diamond Kitchen and Bath

Inspiration for a mid-sized country single-wall wet bar in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, travertine floors and beige floor.

Belleair Beach Florida

CP Design and Construction

Before - an eye sore bar in the middle of the house, did nothing for the space. We opened up the wall, removed soffit, and extending the space.
Large eclectic single-wall seated home bar in Tampa with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and travertine floors.

Dark Stained Large Bar

Olde Mill Cabinetry

Design ideas for a large traditional seated home bar in Other with raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets and granite benchtops.

Sutton Place Residence

Michael Zenreich Architects

Inspiration for a wet bar in New York with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, mirror splashback, dark hardwood floors and white benchtop.

Miromar Lakes

Design Studio by Raymond

Maple cabinetry provided by Design Studio by Raymond. Hardware provided by homeowner.
This is an example of a transitional home bar in Miami with raised-panel cabinets and marble benchtops.

Christmas Cholla project

Thomas Design Group, LLC

This is an example of a small traditional home bar in Phoenix with raised-panel cabinets.

Eclectic Wine Cellar

Design ideas for a small eclectic galley seated home bar in San Francisco with raised-panel cabinets and medium wood cabinets.

Wowzy Little Bar

Sea and Pine Interior Design

The wine storage closet was removed to make room for a petite bar/storage area. Mother of Pearl penny tile creates a dramatic backsplash that compliments the recycled chicken glass taken from an old building in New York city.

Coastal Home Whole House Renovation

Benson Homes LLC

Small traditional single-wall wet bar in Other with medium hardwood floors, brown floor, raised-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, blue benchtop, an undermount sink, quartz benchtops, blue splashback and glass tile splashback.

Miromar Lakes

Design Studio by Raymond

Maple cabinetry provided by Design Studio by Raymond. Hardware provided by homeowner.
Inspiration for a transitional home bar in Miami with raised-panel cabinets and marble benchtops.

Belleair Beach Florida

CP Design and Construction

Turquoise Home Bar Design Ideas with Raised-panel Cabinets

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.