This is an example of a traditional u-shaped wet bar in Boston with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, red cabinets, wood benchtops and brown benchtop.

Serrano Luxury

Nar Design Group

In this luxurious Serrano home, a mixture of matte glass and glossy laminate cabinetry plays off the industrial metal frames suspended from the dramatically tall ceilings. Custom frameless glass encloses a wine room, complete with flooring made from wine barrels. Continuing the theme, the back kitchen expands the function of the kitchen including a wine station by Dacor. In the powder bathroom, the lipstick red cabinet floats within this rustic Hollywood glam inspired space. Wood floor material was designed to go up the wall for an emphasis on height. The upstairs bar/lounge is the perfect spot to hang out and watch the game. Or take a look out on the Serrano golf course. A custom steel raised bar is finished with Dekton trillium countertops for durability and industrial flair. The same lipstick red from the bathroom is brought into the bar space adding a dynamic spice to the space, and tying the two spaces together.

Private Residence - West Vancouver

Inform Interiors

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Vancouver with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets and white floor.

Lake Minnetonka Chateau

John Kraemer & Sons

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architecture: Sharratt Design | Landscaping: Yardscapes | Photography: Landmark Photography
This is an example of a large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, red cabinets, glass sheet splashback, beige floor, recessed-panel cabinets, granite benchtops and carpet.

Home Bar

Ace Associates

Design ideas for a contemporary u-shaped home bar in Ahmedabad with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, black splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Wine Room / Bar

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This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, onyx benchtops, multi-coloured splashback and red cabinets.

Ward Parkway Provincial

Scovell Remodeling, Inc.

Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped home bar in Kansas City with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets and red cabinets.

Taipa Residence

Arcline Architecture

Nicole Jecentho
Design ideas for an expansive beach style u-shaped seated home bar in Other with red cabinets, linoleum floors and multi-coloured floor.

A Vision in Red

Atwood: Fine Architectural Cabinetry

This very red Dutch Made kitchen cabinetry defies the notion that "enough is enough". Every angle in this kitchen and butler's pantry exudes the sumptuous red that defines it. The attention to detail from design to finish makes this a kitchen to remember. Wood countertops and backsplashes reflect the wood floors and doors in the butler's pantry.

Interior Reclaimed Wood

Story Barns

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped seated home bar in Denver with flat-panel cabinets, red cabinets, stainless steel benchtops, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

Olive

Inside Stories

Basement home bar with colored cabinets and exposed brick wall.
Mid-sized eclectic u-shaped wet bar in Denver with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, red cabinets, marble benchtops, black splashback, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Serrano Luxury Drink Bar

Nar Design Group

The upstairs bar/lounge is the perfect spot to hang out and watch the game. Or take a look out on the Serrano golf course. A custom steel raised bar is finished with Dekton trillium countertops for durability and industrial flair. The same lipstick red from the bathroom is brought into the bar space adding a dynamic spice to the space, and tying the two spaces together.

Taipa Residence

Arcline Architecture

Nicole Jecentho
This is an example of an expansive beach style u-shaped seated home bar in Other with red cabinets, linoleum floors and multi-coloured floor.

Taipa Residence

Arcline Architecture

Nicole Jecentho
Design ideas for an expansive beach style u-shaped seated home bar in Other with red cabinets, linoleum floors and multi-coloured floor.

Taipa Residence

Arcline Architecture

Nicole Jecentho
Inspiration for an expansive beach style u-shaped seated home bar in Other with red cabinets, linoleum floors and multi-coloured floor.

U-shaped Home Bar Design Ideas with Red 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.