A modern and warm wine room and bar in a home in Dallas, Texas features a plate glass wall separating the bar area and climate controlled wine storage. The back wall is accented with an Austin stone material, while modern wine racks are both functional and beautiful. Abstract art pulls in the colors tones in the granite countertops while back lit honey onyx graces the front of the bar. Modern pendant lighting was installed at varying heights for added interest and drama. A wood planked ceiling create additional texture above in the wine room. Interior Design: AVID Associates Builder: Martin Raymond Homes Photography: Michael Hunter

Petaluma Custom Home

Architectural Design & Restoration, Inc.

This is an example of a mid-sized traditional wine cellar in San Francisco with concrete floors, display racks and brown floor.

Walborsky Residence

Geoff Chick & Associates

Inspiration for a large beach style wine cellar in Other with concrete floors, display racks and grey floor.

Conlin's Wine Cellar

Wine Enthusiast

This is a new space in the client's home with the Vintage View racking system. The cellar holds around 1,300 bottles along with space for 20 magnum-sized bottles. The entire space is cooled by a WhisperKool which is mounted in the ceiling.

Custom Steel Doors

Suburban Steel Supply Company

Design Customers often have abstract ideas about how an ornamental railing or staircase should appear. Our detailing team will capture that vision and adapt the design to your specific project.

Sauvie Island Custom Wine Cellar Garage Conversion

Sommi Wine Cellars

The client’s industrial tool storage chest adds to the cellar's rustic, modern style and keeps their tools handy. (We can’t be held responsible if that benchtop gets used as a bar top.)

Custom Wine Cellar

Steve Morris Designs

Mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in New York with concrete floors, display racks and grey floor.

Ski Jump Rise

RDC Fine Homes, Inc.

This is an example of a small modern wine cellar in Other with concrete floors, display racks and grey floor.

Downtown Historic District

Robbins Contracting

Hidden bookcase door, stained concrete compass, round coffered ceiling
This is an example of a mid-sized traditional wine cellar in Denver with concrete floors and display racks.

Mediterranean Pool House

De Mattei Construction

Design ideas for a wine cellar in San Francisco with concrete floors, display racks and beige floor.

Cove Cliff Residence

Frits de Vries Architect Ltd.

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Other with concrete floors and display racks.

Anita

User

This is an example of a large modern wine cellar in Los Angeles with concrete floors and display racks.

Rancho Santa Fe-K

JDD Wine Cellars, LLC

Lower level, custom wine cellar with glass wall entry. Fantastic ceiling detail overhead is only one of the multitude of design features that makes this an amazing wine experience. Wine displays facing the tasting room highlight this collection. LED accent lighting on dimmable transformers set the mood.

Custom Steel Doors

Suburban Steel Supply Company

Design Customers often have abstract ideas about how an ornamental railing or staircase should appear. Our detailing team will capture that vision and adapt the design to your specific project.

West of Eden

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

For a family that loves hosting large gatherings, this expansive home is a dream; boasting two unique entertaining spaces, each expanding onto outdoor-living areas, that capture its magnificent views. The sheer size of the home allows for various ‘experiences’; from a rec room perfect for hosting game day and an eat-in wine room escape on the lower-level, to a calming 2-story family greatroom on the main. Floors are connected by freestanding stairs, framing a custom cascading-pendant light, backed by a stone accent wall, and facing a 3-story waterfall. A custom metal art installation, templated from a cherished tree on the property, both brings nature inside and showcases the immense vertical volume of the house. Photography: Paul Grdina

3333 WINE CELLAR

MADE, Inc.

MADE, Inc.
Photo of a small contemporary wine cellar in Portland with concrete floors and display racks.

MCSHY MANSION

Caitlin Rae Designs

Design ideas for a mid-sized modern wine cellar in Las Vegas with concrete floors, display racks and grey floor.

Rancho Santa Fe-K

JDD Wine Cellars, LLC

VintageView Design Center: Transitional Wine Cellar

VintageView

Cellar Masters created the winning design for the VintageView Design Center test cellar. They blending several different styles of wine racking with rustic elements like reclaimed wood for a beautiful, transitional style wine cellar. Love the mix of metal, wood, and concrete.

Wayzata Custom Traditional Wine Cellar

MA Peterson Design Build, Inc.

MA Peterson www.mapeterson.com Wine cellar by Trademark Wood Products.
This is an example of a mid-sized mediterranean wine cellar in Minneapolis with display racks and concrete floors.

Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Concrete Floors and Display Racks

When you’re an avid wine collector, wine racks don’t always cut it. A wine cellar, on the other hand, can provide ample wine storage within a controlled temperature, and a place to entertain friends. Just add seating and a tasting area to take yours to the next level. You don’t need 500 bottles or more to reap the benefits of a wine cellar, either. A small wine cooler can keep 20-odd bottles chilled to perfection and can sit within your kitchen, whereas a freestanding all-glass wine cellar could act as a feature or functional room divider in your home. Short on space? Transform an entire wall into wine storage, and showcase your collection, too. Browse the photos on Houzz for an array or wine cellar designs, and strike up a conversation with the architect or wine cellar specialist of your favourite picks. For more wine cellar ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

What should I include in my wine cellar?

This depends on the size of your collection – or how big you hope it becomes. If you enjoy quaffing, you may want to invest in a walk-in cooler with wall-mounted wine racks and several tall wine fridges, as well as a tasting area with bar stools. If you’re a beginner or have a small collection, a home bar with mini fridge and wine rack will suffice. Essential bar accessories include wine glasses, corkscrews, carafes and aerators.

How should I store my wine?

Temperature control is at the core of a functional wine cellar. Your bottles need to be kept out of direct sunlight, and away from the heat and steam of kitchen appliances. A room that is too warm will make your wine age faster, oxidise and lose its character and flavour. If bottles are corked, they also need to be laid down. Your architect or designer will be able to help you create the ideal conditions for your home collection.

Where should I position my wine cooler?

The most important thing to consider is ease of access, which is why kitchens are the most common place to position wine coolers. Should you have minimal floor space, a small one could even sit comfortably on your countertop. If quaffing requires an occasion or you frequently host dinner parties, consider your dining room, so you can top up people’s glasses without having to leave the room. You could also make your bar fridge or cooler a destination within your entertainment or games room. There’s no denying that Aussies love to entertain and enjoy a glass or two outdoors, so if you’re lucky enough to have a covered outdoor area, this could be just the place for a cooler, too. Just ensure it doesn’t experience any extreme weather or long periods of direct sunlight.