This is an example of a contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Miami with an undermount sink, brown floor and open cabinets.

Hollywood Hills

SoCal Contractor

Hollywood Hills Home by LoriDennis.com Interior Design KenHayden.com Photo
Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Los Angeles with open cabinets and dark wood cabinets.

Remodeled basement into a Irish Pub

Woodsmen Builders, Inc.

Marshall Evans
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Columbus with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood benchtops, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and brown benchtop.

Lowel Level Remodel

Taylor Design Studio

David Berlekamp
Inspiration for a transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Cleveland with open cabinets and concrete benchtops.

Backlit Onyx Nuvolato Bar

Aria Stone Gallery

This masculine and modern Onyx Nuvolato marble bar and feature wall is perfect for hosting everything from game-day events to large cocktail parties. The onyx countertops and feature wall are backlit with LED lights to create a warm glow throughout the room. The remnants from this project were fashioned to create a matching backlit fireplace. Open shelving provides storage and display, while a built in tap provides quick access and easy storage for larger bulk items.

Tetherow Lodge

Tebbs Design Group

Inspiration for a country u-shaped seated home bar in Other with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, mirror splashback, medium hardwood floors and grey benchtop.

Fall Parade 2017 - Edina

David Charlez Designs

An entertainers paradise with a walk behind wet bar which features, a dishwasher, wine refrigerator, and tap beer. Guests can sit at the bar or in the booth style seating. Photo by Space Crafting

African Wenge and Metal

Joseph and Curtis Custom Wine Cellars

CONTEMPORARY WINE CELLAR AND BAR WITH GLASS AND CHROME. STAINLESS STEEL BAR AND WINE RACKS AS WELL AS CLEAN AND SEXY DESIGN
Design ideas for a large contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in New York with glass benchtops, white splashback, dark hardwood floors and open cabinets.

Below Buchanan

Ventures Design

Below Buchanan is a basement renovation that feels as light and welcoming as one of our outdoor living spaces. The project is full of unique details, custom woodworking, built-in storage, and gorgeous fixtures. Custom carpentry is everywhere, from the built-in storage cabinets and molding to the private booth, the bar cabinetry, and the fireplace lounge. Creating this bright, airy atmosphere was no small challenge, considering the lack of natural light and spatial restrictions. A color pallet of white opened up the space with wood, leather, and brass accents bringing warmth and balance. The finished basement features three primary spaces: the bar and lounge, a home gym, and a bathroom, as well as additional storage space. As seen in the before image, a double row of support pillars runs through the center of the space dictating the long, narrow design of the bar and lounge. Building a custom dining area with booth seating was a clever way to save space. The booth is built into the dividing wall, nestled between the support beams. The same is true for the built-in storage cabinet. It utilizes a space between the support pillars that would otherwise have been wasted. The small details are as significant as the larger ones in this design. The built-in storage and bar cabinetry are all finished with brass handle pulls, to match the light fixtures, faucets, and bar shelving. White marble counters for the bar, bathroom, and dining table bring a hint of Hollywood glamour. White brick appears in the fireplace and back bar. To keep the space feeling as lofty as possible, the exposed ceilings are painted black with segments of drop ceilings accented by a wide wood molding, a nod to the appearance of exposed beams. Every detail is thoughtfully chosen right down from the cable railing on the staircase to the wood paneling behind the booth, and wrapping the bar.

Southern Living August 2015 Feature

European Stone Concepts

Photography by Laurey Glenn Limestone butler's pantry
Design ideas for a transitional u-shaped home bar in Other with open cabinets, blue cabinets, black splashback and subway tile splashback.

Transitional

Cucina Bella Ltd. - Rebecca Gagne CKD

Home built by Master Builder Certified, Avanti Homes © Merle Prosofsky http://www.prosofsky.com/

Bar with stained glass window of a historic Craftsman residence in Santa Monica,

Tim Barber Architects

Inspiration for an arts and crafts u-shaped seated home bar in Los Angeles with open cabinets, copper benchtops, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Transitional Family Room and Bar

Fran Kerzner- DESIGN SYNTHESIS

The wood is a flat-cut walnut, run horizontally. The bar was redesigned in the same wood with onyx countertops. The open shelves are embedded with LED lighting. The clients also wanted to be able to eat dinner in the room while watching TV but there was no room for a regular dining table so we designed a custom silver leaf bar table to sit behind the sectional with a custom 1 1/2" Thinkglass art glass top. We also designed a custom walnut display unit for the clients books and collectibles as well as four cocktail table /ottomans that can easily be rearranged to allow for the recliners. New dark wood floors were installed and a custom wool and silk area rug was designed that ties all the pieces together. We designed a new coffered ceiling with lighting in each bay. And built out the fireplace with dimensional tile to the ceiling. The color scheme was kept intentionally monochromatic to show off the different textures with the only color being touches of blue in the pillows and accessories to pick up the art glass.

Arcadia

Bita Interior Design

Mid-sized contemporary u-shaped wet bar in San Diego with an undermount sink, open cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, white splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors, grey floor and white benchtop.

Cranbrook Custom Home - Custom home

Cranbrook Custom Homes

Photo of a contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Detroit with open cabinets, multi-coloured splashback and mosaic tile splashback.

5 Sterling Ridge

Angela Wells Interior Design

Trent Teigen
Photo of a contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Other with wood benchtops, grey floor, beige benchtop and open cabinets.

Decora Hospital Lottery Home - Saskatoon

Durabuilt Windows & Doors Inc.

Home Bar on the main floor - gorgeous ceiling lights with lots of light brightening the room. They have followed a Great Gatsby Theme in this room. Saskatoon Hospital Lottery Home Built by Decora Homes Windows and Doors by Durabuilt Windows and Doors Photography by D&M Images Photography

Full Outdoor Enclosed Bar

DMD General Construction, Inc.

Outdoor enclosed bar. Perfect for entertaining and watching sporting events. No need to go to the sports bar when you have one at home. Industrial style bar with LED side paneling and textured cement.

Family Condo

Melody Smith Interiors

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Miami with an undermount sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz benchtops, mirror splashback, porcelain floors, beige floor and white benchtop.

Backlit Onyx Nuvolato Bar

Aria Stone Gallery

U-shaped Home Bar Design Ideas with Open 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.