We transformed the space under the staircase of this Oregon City home into a custom home wine cellar with storage room for up to 600 bottles of wine. Under stairs wine cellars are an easy way to carve out wine display and storage room in a two-story home without sacrificing closet space or giving a full room.

Wine Wall with Glass Walls and Stacked Stone Tile Backsplash

Orren Pickell Building Group

The wine wall is a showstopper with 6" x 21.5" stacked stone tile by Sierra Vista set in a horizontal running bond. The glass walls are 9' tall and 1/2" thick. Flooring is 4" white oak stained with 3 parts Glista Sable Black, 3 parts Dura Seal #101 Country White, and 1 part Dura Seal #110 neutral.

Urban Penthouse - Wine Room

Mia Rao Design

This Chicago penthouse features custom wine storage with seating. A dual wine cooler with glass and steel doors, flank a serving area featuring a humidor drawer. Rich ink blue sectional and leather lounge chairs create the perfect tasting area.

2-Story High Rise Condo Remodel

The Renowned Group

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern wine cellar in Dallas with dark hardwood floors, display racks and brown floor.

Casco House

Landmark Building Contractors LLC

This new home is the last newly constructed home within the historic Country Club neighborhood of Edina. Nestled within a charming street boasting Mediterranean and cottage styles, the client sought a synthesis of the two that would integrate within the traditional streetscape yet reflect modern day living standards and lifestyle. The footprint may be small, but the classic home features an open floor plan, gourmet kitchen, 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, and refined finishes throughout.

Boca Raton Custom Residence

Cudmore Builders

Contemporary wine cellar in Miami with dark hardwood floors and storage racks.

Stafford Summit Ct.

Carey's Custom Woodworking, Inc

Beautiful custom wine racks.
Photo of a mid-sized transitional wine cellar in Portland with dark hardwood floors, storage racks and brown floor.

Larger Than Life

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

A beautiful basement man cave, complete with bar, wine room, golf simulator, and theatre room opening onto a custom build putting green outside.
Design ideas for a traditional wine cellar in Vancouver with brown floor, dark hardwood floors and display racks.

Bamm Hollow

Mary Cook

Photo of a transitional wine cellar in New York with dark hardwood floors, display racks and brown floor.

Elevate Wine Storage Syetems

Kessick Wine Storage Systems

Elevate Wine Storage Systems are one-of-a-kind wine storage systems that incorporate clear acrylic wine cradles held by solid stainless steel rods. These secure rods are supported by a base and soffit unit, illuminated with LED display lighting. This proprietary product is designed and manufactured by Kessick Wine Cellars. Kessick sells wholesale to the trades and ships to the entire US and international. Photo by Drew Kelly

Modern Hacienda in Arcadia

La Casa Builders Inc.

Dino Tonn Photography
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean wine cellar in Phoenix with dark hardwood floors and storage racks.

Greenbrier | 2015

Coats Homes

Design ideas for a small contemporary wine cellar in Dallas with dark hardwood floors, storage racks and brown floor.

WINE

Cabinets Galore, Inc.

Design ideas for a small traditional wine cellar in San Diego with ceramic floors, diamond bins and beige floor.

Contemporary Wine Cellar

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Orange County with dark hardwood floors and storage racks.

Contemporary/Modern Wine Cellars

Innovative Wine Cellar Designs

Innovative Wine Cellar Designs is the nation’s leading custom wine cellar design, build, installation and refrigeration firm. As a wine cellar design build company, we believe in the fundamental principles of architecture, design, and functionality while also recognizing the value of the visual impact and financial investment of a quality wine cellar. By combining our experience and skill with our attention to detail and complete project management, the end result will be a state of the art, custom masterpiece. Our design consultants and sales staff are well versed in every feature that your custom wine cellar will require.

Lakeside Home

Hollester Interiors

Nat Rea Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary wine cellar in New York with dark hardwood floors, storage racks and brown floor.

Private Wine Bar and Bathroom

Third Shift Photography

Designed by Notion Design, Pittsburgh.
Design ideas for a contemporary wine cellar in Other with dark hardwood floors, storage racks and brown floor.

European Estate Home

Eppright Homes, LLC

Ana Carolina Roberto
Inspiration for a traditional wine cellar in Austin with dark hardwood floors and storage racks.

Select Series 'Wall Install' modular wine cabinets

Kessick Wine Storage Systems

Kessick Wine Cellars ‘Select Series’ wine racking is a fully assembled, wall mounted wine storage and wine display racking system. Photo by Luke Lyons

Hidden Hills, CA

KES Studio

Interiors by SFA Design Photography by Meghan Bierle-O'Brien
This is an example of a large contemporary wine cellar in Los Angeles with dark hardwood floors, storage racks and brown floor.

Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Dark Hardwood Floors and Ceramic Floors

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.