Large transitional u-shaped wet bar in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, brown cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, porcelain floors, brown floor and white benchtop.

Inglenook Grove

Riverwood Homes of Colorado

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Denver with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback and porcelain floors.

Melissa Hummel of The Great Cover Up in St. Louis

Wilson Lighting

Nichole Kennelly Photography
Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped seated home bar in St Louis with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.

MANCAVE

UNITED ARTISANS BUILDING & REMODELING

This is an example of a large industrial u-shaped seated home bar in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, vinyl floors, brown floor and black benchtop.

Back lit onyx countertops in home bar

Denise Quade Design

Lighting plays a key role in this home bar. LED tape lighting was used in the wall cabinets behind the leaded glass panels, in the toe space of the base cabinets, under neath the onyx countertops that were inlaid into the wood frame that features the bar rail.

Marina Penthouse

Designer Kitchens LA

Design ideas for an expansive contemporary u-shaped wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, marble benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, porcelain floors, white floor and white benchtop.

Christmas Time Special

Premier Granite And Stone

Two beautiful granite countertops come together in this stunning basement bar in Cranberry, PA.
Large transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Other with a drop-in sink, granite benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, raised-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets and beige floor.

CHICAGO SUBURBAN WHITE TRANSITIONAL/TRADITIONAL KITCHEN

Denise Hauser Design Co.

Design ideas for a large transitional u-shaped wet bar in Chicago with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback and medium hardwood floors.

City View Residence - wet bar

Soaring Eagle Homes

Wet bar entertainment center
Photo of a mid-sized transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Portland with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, medium hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Coyote Creek

KAM Designs

This is an example of a country u-shaped wet bar in Jackson with glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, quartzite benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors and beige benchtop.

Custom Basement Remodel | Hickory

Jay Miller General Contractors, Inc.

Custom Basement Renovation | Hickory | Custom Bar
Photo of a mid-sized country u-shaped seated home bar in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, solid surface benchtops, multi-coloured splashback, stone slab splashback and light hardwood floors.

Palos Verdes Residence

Pedini NW

Inspiration for a small modern u-shaped wet bar in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback, dark hardwood floors, brown floor and grey benchtop.

Rustic Classic

Versa Homes

The “Rustic Classic” is a 17,000 square foot custom home built for a special client, a famous musician who wanted a home befitting a rockstar. This Langley, B.C. home has every detail you would want on a custom build. For this home, every room was completed with the highest level of detail and craftsmanship; even though this residence was a huge undertaking, we didn’t take any shortcuts. From the marble counters to the tasteful use of stone walls, we selected each material carefully to create a luxurious, livable environment. The windows were sized and placed to allow for a bright interior, yet they also cultivate a sense of privacy and intimacy within the residence. Large doors and entryways, combined with high ceilings, create an abundance of space. A home this size is meant to be shared, and has many features intended for visitors, such as an expansive games room with a full-scale bar, a home theatre, and a kitchen shaped to accommodate entertaining. In any of our homes, we can create both spaces intended for company and those intended to be just for the homeowners - we understand that each client has their own needs and priorities. Our luxury builds combine tasteful elegance and attention to detail, and we are very proud of this remarkable home. Contact us if you would like to set up an appointment to build your next home! Whether you have an idea in mind or need inspiration, you’ll love the results.

Rustic Classic

Versa Homes

Kingston Mills - Dream basement

Hierarchy Development & Design

Large traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Ottawa with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite benchtops, stone slab splashback and ceramic floors.

Tuscan Style Basement

Nathan Homes LLC

Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped seated home bar in Omaha with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, onyx benchtops and stone slab splashback.

Home Bar with Walnut Cabinets

Denise Quade Design

Walnut cabinetry paired with cambria quartz countertops. A wood paneled wine refrigerator to the left of the sink. Leaded glass inserts were used in the wall cabinets.

Contemporary Luxury Home

Cantabria Homes, Inc.

Photo by Rudy Gutierrez
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary u-shaped seated home bar in Phoenix with flat-panel cabinets, grey cabinets, soapstone benchtops, black splashback, stone slab splashback, ceramic floors and an undermount sink.

Premier Construction Services, LLC

Small transitional u-shaped seated home bar in Other with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, solid surface benchtops, beige splashback, stone slab splashback, light hardwood floors and black benchtop.

Basement Bar

Imagine Home Center

Inspiration for a mid-sized country u-shaped seated home bar in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, medium wood cabinets, granite benchtops, grey splashback, stone slab splashback and dark hardwood floors.

U-shaped Home Bar Design Ideas with Stone Slab Splashback

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.