The homeowners wanted a hidden wine cellar to house their extensive collection of wines, and allow the homeowners to reminisce of European getaways. The face of the granite has a rough rock pitch edge, giving it an authentic cellar look. Cork flooring was chosen to complement the cork of the wine bottles, and niches, finished with limestone ledges, were built and lined with wine boxes from shipments of wine from around the world. Trademark Wood Products built custom mahogany racking for the wine collection. The combination of the limestone, cork floors and granite tops with subtle maroon and gold specks are combined to recreate a beautiful vacation spot close to their hearts.

Contemporary Wine Cellar

Design ideas for a contemporary wine cellar in Toronto with storage racks and cork floors.

Vintage View Wine Racking

Blue Grouse Wine Cellars

Vintage View Wine Racking Mounted on Floor-and-Ceiling Frames with Pot Lights in Ceiling for Accenting Labels. Photo Credit: Kent Kallberg
Mid-sized transitional wine cellar in Vancouver with display racks, grey floor and carpet.

The Reserve Lake Chateau

Dillard-Jones Builders, LLC

Design ideas for a traditional wine cellar in Other with cork floors and storage racks.

Aldgate House

Urban Habitats

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Adelaide with carpet, storage racks and grey floor.

Basement Recreation Room

Samantha Friedman Interior Designs

Ken Wyner
Expansive mediterranean wine cellar in DC Metro with display racks, cork floors and brown floor.

Alameda Residence

Christian Rice Architects, Inc.

Coronado, CA The Alameda Residence is situated on a relatively large, yet unusually shaped lot for the beachside community of Coronado, California. The orientation of the “L” shaped main home and linear shaped guest house and covered patio create a large, open courtyard central to the plan. The majority of the spaces in the home are designed to engage the courtyard, lending a sense of openness and light to the home. The aesthetics take inspiration from the simple, clean lines of a traditional “A-frame” barn, intermixed with sleek, minimal detailing that gives the home a contemporary flair. The interior and exterior materials and colors reflect the bright, vibrant hues and textures of the seaside locale.

Orchard Park Wine Cellar

Creative Remodeling Services, LLC.

Photo of a mid-sized country wine cellar in New York with cork floors, storage racks and brown floor.

The Douglas House

Expose Design Group Inc.

Basement view
Inspiration for a mid-sized modern wine cellar in Toronto with carpet, display racks and white floor.

Wine Lover's Retreat

Mike Schaap Builders

Photography by Chuck Heiney
This is an example of a contemporary wine cellar in Grand Rapids with carpet and storage racks.

Village Haven

Silver Maple Construction LLC

Photography by Susan Teare
This is an example of a mid-sized midcentury wine cellar in Burlington with cork floors and storage racks.

Decorator Showcase

Zumaooh

Design ideas for a contemporary wine cellar in San Francisco with carpet, storage racks and beige floor.

Presidio Heights Wine Room

Mansfield + O'Neil

Photographer Isabelle Eubanks
Design ideas for a country wine cellar in San Francisco with cork floors.

JW - Everett

Inviniti Cellar Design

This beautiful Octagon shaped, custom wine cellar allows the owner to store very special wines in it's climate controlled space. The large island in the center of the room is covered with a cooperage wine barrel counter top. The cork flooring provides protection as well as a perfect look for the room. A ladder has been added to surround the room for easy access to the special wines up high in the room. Photo taken by Inviniti Cellar Design taken by Inviniti Cellar Design

Wine Entertainment Center

Bay Point Woodworking

This is an example of a mid-sized arts and crafts wine cellar in San Francisco with carpet, storage racks and beige floor.

Dream Home

Great Floors

Large contemporary wine cellar in Toronto with cork floors, display racks and brown floor.

Telluride Cabin

Artisan Builders LLC

Large country wine cellar in Denver with carpet, diamond bins and brown floor.

The Reserve at Lake Keowee IV

Ridgeline Construction Group, Inc

Rebecca Lehde
Photo of a country wine cellar in Other with cork floors.

Bexley Show suite South Surrey

The Look Co Home Staging & Design

This was a 5X8 room with no windows. The clients were at a cross road with what to do with this dreary room. Well we decided as it was right off from the garage so what better room then a mancave! We added saddle leather BM paint. An oversized picture of Bridget Bardot! We took of the closet door and stood a standing mirror on the back wall. Had our mill rite make some midcentury shelves stacked in closet. Then added all the fun bar decor, We added a consul with a wall mounted TV and some super cool leather arm chairs for the men. A little scotch ready to enjoy while watching the playoffs! This is now the favorite! Who knew!

Sagaponack Estate Wine room

Sofia Joelsson Design

Sofia Joelsson Design
Inspiration for a large contemporary wine cellar in New York with carpet and storage racks.

Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Cork Floors and Carpet

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.