Before, the kitchen was clustered into one corner and wasted a lot of space. We re-arranged everything to create this more linear layout, creating significantly more storage and a much more functional layout. We removed all the travertine flooring throughout the entrance and in the kitchen and installed new porcelain tile flooring that matched the new color palette. As artists themselves, our clients brought in very creative, hand selected pieces and incorporated their love for flying by adding airplane elements into the design that you see throguhout. For the cabinetry, they selected an espresso color for the perimeter that goes all the way to the 10' high ceilings along with marble quartz countertops. We incorporated lift up appliance garage systems, utensil pull outs, roll out shelving and pull out trash for ease of use and organization. The 12' island has grey painted cabinetry with tons of storage, seating and tying back in the espresso cabinetry with the legs and decorative island end cap along with "chicken feeder" pendants they created. The range wall is the biggest focal point with the accent tile our clients found that is meant to duplicate the look of vintage metal pressed ceilings, along with a gorgeous Italian range, pot filler and fun blue accent tile. When re-arranging the kitchen and removing walls, we added a custom stained French door that allows them to close off the other living areas on that side of the house. There was this unused space in that corner, that now became a fun coffee bar station with stained turquoise cabinetry, butcher block counter for added warmth and the fun accent tile backsplash our clients found. We white-washed the fireplace to have it blend more in with the new color palette and our clients re-incorporated their wood feature wall that was in a previous home and each piece was hand selected. Everything came together in such a fun, creative way that really shows their personality and character.

Pierce Street: A fresh take on a classic Edwardian

IDF Studio

Photo by Christopher Stark.
Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped wet bar in San Francisco with shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, medium hardwood floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

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.

Home Bar

Karen Kempf Interiors

Reagan Taylor Photography
This is an example of a contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

HAWTHORN EAST HOUSE

STAR Architecture

Peter Bennetts
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped seated home bar in Melbourne with an undermount sink, black cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, black floor, black benchtop and flat-panel cabinets.

GREENWICH CT - Imperial Blue

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

Inspiration for a transitional l-shaped wet bar in New York with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, grey splashback, mosaic tile splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Cozy Coppell Traditional Turns Transitional

Nicole Arnold Interiors

Purchased as a fixer-upper, this 1998 home underwent significant aesthetic updates to modernize its amazing bones. The interior had to live up to the coveted 1/2 acre wooded lot that sprawls with landscaping and amenities. In addition to the typical paint, tile, and lighting updates, the kitchen was completely reworked to lighten and brighten an otherwise dark room. The staircase was reinvented to boast an iron railing and updated designer carpeting. Traditionally planned rooms were reimagined to suit the needs of the family, i.e. the dining room is actually located in the intended living room space and the piano room Is in the intended dining room area. The live edge table is the couple’s main brag as they entertain and feature their vast wine collection while admiring the beautiful outdoors. Now, each room feels like “home” to this family.

Blue Plywood Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

A vibrant and playful L-shaped blue plywood Kitchen with bespoke integrated handles makes this contemporary kitchen a unique space. Within the central kitchen island sits a Bora hob, making it easier to socialise (or catch up on your favourite TV program) when cooking. The kitchen’s design is continued with a custom kitchen table bench and cork TV unit.

Exceptional Eagle Island

LeBoeuf Designs

Azul Imperial Quartzite, absolutely stunning. Photo's can't do it justice.
Photo of a small transitional l-shaped wet bar in Charleston with glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, grey floor and purple benchtop.

Residencia VM

Arquiluz

Large modern l-shaped seated home bar in Barcelona with an integrated sink, open cabinets, black cabinets, glass benchtops, black splashback, glass sheet splashback, marble floors and orange benchtop.

Gulf Coast Grandeur

Showplace Cabinetry

Just a few steps away from an amazing view of the Gulf of Mexico, this expansive new multi-level Southwest Florida home has Showplace Cabinetry throughout. This beautiful home not only has the ultimate features for entertaining family or large groups of visitors, it also provides secluded private space for its owners. This spectacular Showplace was designed by Adalay Cabinets & Interiors of Tampa, FL. Kitchen Perimeter: Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Paint Grade Paint: Showplace Paints - Oyster Kitchen Island: Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Paint Grade Paint: ColorSelect Custom Butlers Pantry: Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Maple Finish: Peppercorn Library: Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Maple Finish: Peppercorn Family Room: Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Paint Grade Paint: Showplace Paints - Extra White Morning Bar (master): Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Maple Finish: Peppercorn Master Bath: Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Maple Finish: Peppercorn Gallery Bar: Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Maple Finish: Peppercorn Guest Bath: Door Style: Concord Construction: EVO Full-Access/Frameless Wood Type: Maple Finish: Peppercorn Guest Closet: Door Style: Pendleton Construction: EVO Full-Access/Frameless Wood Type: Paint Grade Paint: Showplace Paints - White II Study Bath: Door Style: Concord Construction: International+/Full Overlay Wood Type: Maple Finish: Peppercorn

Mediterranean, Tuscan, Whole-house remodeling

Trego Architects, LLC

Robert J. Erdmann
This is an example of a small traditional l-shaped wet bar in Milwaukee with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, solid surface benchtops, white splashback, linoleum floors, multi-coloured floor and white benchtop.

St Vital Basement

TENTEN Kitchens

Ridgeline Productions
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary l-shaped wet bar in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops and ceramic floors.

Blue Plywood Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

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.

Exceptional Eagle Island

LeBoeuf Designs

Azul Imperial Quartzite, absolutely stunning. Photo's can't do it justice.
This is an example of a small transitional l-shaped wet bar in Charleston with glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, grey floor and purple benchtop.

Exceptional Eagle Island

LeBoeuf Designs

Azul Imperial Quartzite, absolutely stunning. Photo's can't do it justice. Under mount electrical strip to avoid cuts in granite.
Small transitional l-shaped wet bar in Charleston with glass-front cabinets, grey cabinets, granite benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, grey floor and purple benchtop.

Blue Plywood Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

Calle Del Cerrito

Joseph Rodrigues Interiors

Blue Plywood Kitchen

Sustainable Kitchens

Turquoise L-shaped 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.