At the basement level, a wine cellar and tasting room open to a sunken landscaped courtyard. (Photography by: Joe Fletcher)
Modern wine cellar in San Francisco with concrete floors and grey floor.

Coyote Ridge

Terri Richter Designs

Large mediterranean wine cellar in Denver with concrete floors and storage racks.

Contemporary Wine Cellar

Inspiration for a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in New York with concrete floors and storage racks.

Victorian Manor

Tucker Homes

One of the best pieces from this manor restoration. The doorway and stairwell were covered by the previous owners and not in current drawings when we began work, so were discovered by our carpenters as we worked through the basement. The shelving in this cellar was made from wood we salvaged from the old floor joists pulled out of areas needing repair. The door also made from salvaged wood within the house, and features a centrepiece with the home's original owner's name scratched into the wood. The wine rack was actually made from new pine by one of our carpenters and was cut and stained to match the reclaimed wood.

Custom Door Designs

Westgate Hardwoods + Old Durham Floors

Inspiration for an expansive traditional wine cellar in Other with concrete floors and storage racks.

RESIDENTIAL CHURCH CONVERSION

Bagnato Architecture & Interiors

Basementy wine cellar with recycled timber battened ceiling, polished concrete floor and back lit onyx stone to back splash AXIOM PHOTOGRAPHY
This is an example of a contemporary wine cellar in Melbourne with concrete floors and beige floor.

Mandurah Canal, Western Australia

User

This is an example of a traditional wine cellar in Perth with concrete floors and storage racks.

Jackson Hole Getaway

Kelly Hohla Interiors

Photo of a large country wine cellar in Other with concrete floors, display racks and grey floor.

Custom Wine Cellar in White Rock, BC

Blue Grouse Wine Cellars

This custom wine cellar consisted of roasted/oiled walnut millwork to house wine bottles, wood cases, stemware and even the cooling system. Metal wall-mounted Vintage View wine racks were installed at the sides of he room for design interest and additional storage capacity. Individually-lit niches in the rock wall provided a beautiful design feature, easily visible through the frameless glass front wall. All lighting used within the cooled wine cellar environment was LED so that no heat was emitted. Learn more about off the shelf walnut wine racks from Blue Grouse Wine Cellars: http://bluegrousewinecellars.com/racks/bluegrousewineracks.html Blue Grouse Wine Cellars 1621 Welch St North Vancouver, BC V7P 3G9 +1 604-929-3180 bluegrousewinecellars.com Photo Credit: Kent Kallberg

Medina Waterfront Residence, Medina WA

Dan Nelson, Designs Northwest Architects

Glass doors to wine room. Photography by Lucas Henning.
This is an example of a large contemporary wine cellar in Seattle with storage racks, brown floor and concrete floors.

Caversham | Giorgi

Radiant Lighting

Large modern wine cellar in Perth with concrete floors, storage racks and grey floor.

Hidden Entrance Wine Cellar

Distinctive Remodeling, LLC

Our homeowner wanted a hidden entrance to his personal wine cellar for a few reasons: He wanted something that was different than would usually see, he wanted to have his entire collection at home, rather than in a storage facility, and he thought it was a cool idea.

Retro Wine Cellar

VARA Design

Robb Davidson Photography
Large industrial wine cellar in Chicago with concrete floors and display racks.

Broadway Basement

Charter Custom Homes

Inside a 2400 bottle wine cellar. Industrial pendant lamps shine down on table while Juno track lights highlight the wine racks. Cedar racking by Inviniti Cellar Design.

Old Town Road

Carpenter & MacNeille

Michael J. Lee Photography
This is an example of a traditional wine cellar in Boston with concrete floors and display racks.

Ordway Street

Eisenmann Architecture

Mark Compton
Design ideas for a large transitional wine cellar in San Francisco with concrete floors, storage 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.

Contemporary Country Club Home

Mark Macco Architects

Jeff Westcott Photography
Mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Jacksonville with painted wood floors and storage racks.

Contemporary Wine Cellars

Innovative Wine Cellar Designs

Custom glass and metal wine cellar recessed into an existing wall in the clients dining room.
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Phoenix with display racks, concrete floors and brown floor.

The Wave House

KBC Developments

Inspiration for a contemporary wine cellar in Vancouver with concrete floors and grey floor.

Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Painted Wood Floors and Concrete 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.