Dedicated Wine Room for a High-End Tiburon Home

With a focus on raw wine storage capacity, design and aesthetics, IWA built this dedicated wine room with a 2,000 bottle capacity in Tiburon, California. Opposite the door we placed a beautiful tabletop archway with dramatic display racking above the arch. To enlarge the countertop space and maximize bottle capacity, we designed double-deep solid-wood diamond racks below the tabletop. In the dead corners of the cellar we created half-hidden bin storage. The racks extended from floor to ceiling, which also increased bottle capacity, and we designed a rolling ladder for access to bottles near the ceiling. We placed rectangular bins on the side walls for easy access to wood and carton cases. We used double display rows with LED accent lighting for maximum drama and impact.

Wine Cellar

Woodland Partners Custom Builders

Wine cellar with Vin De Garde wine pegs on a metallic painted back.
Large contemporary wine cellar in New York with medium hardwood floors and storage racks.

Private Wine Cellar

Asquared Studios Inc.

Design ideas for an expansive arts and crafts wine cellar in San Francisco with ceramic floors and storage racks.

Scarsdale NY

Joseph and Curtis Custom Wine Cellars

Double deep wine rack with Mahogany counter top and arch. Bricked soffit and back splash and baker style wine racks on featured wall. 2500 bottle wine cellar in Westchester,NY

Diamond Wine Storage Bins North Dallas Residential Wine Room

Wine Cellar Specialists

The lattice diamond bins below the tabletop are ideal for bulk storage. On both sides of the diamond bins are case storage bins. We also added display rows at middle of the racking to highlight some of the owner's favorite wines. Take a video tour of this project: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ziKpkj7r7hM Wine Cellar Specialists 1134 Commerce Drive Richardson 75081 (972)454-048 info@winecellarspec.com See what other people say about us: https://www.google.com/search?q=Wine+Cellar+Specialists&ludocid=17480672740598023400#lrd=0x0:0xf297d33db23304e8,1

Memphis Home

Looney Ricks Kiss

Photo of a large traditional wine cellar in Other with slate floors and storage racks.

Gabriel Builders

Gabriel Builders Inc.

Lower level wine cellar with barrel tile ceiling, cedar shelving, stone floors and countertop
Design ideas for a traditional wine cellar in Other with storage racks.

Custom Wine Cellar

Studio M Kitchen & Bath

The perfect space to showcase and protect fine wines. A complete custom design maximizes every inch of space. Mirroring the curves and soft edges of the bottles this room holds - the cellar has been created for lingering, admiring and preserving this clients passion for wine! Scott Amundson Photography Learn more about our showroom and kitchen and bath design: http://www.mingleteam.com

Small Vancouver Wine Cellar

Blue Grouse Wine Cellars

View through the exterior grade door with insulated glass into the wine cellar and beautiful all heart redwood wine racks. LED lighting was added above the display row to highlight special bottles. See photos of our other wine cellar projects at http://bluegrousewinecellars.com/gallery/index.html Blue Grouse Wine Cellars 1621 Welch St North Vancouver, BC V7P 3G9 +1 604-929-3180 bluegrousewinecellars.com Photo Credit: Kent Kallberg

Exquisite Renovation

Worthington & Shagen Custom Builder, Inc.

This is an example of a large traditional wine cellar in Philadelphia with storage racks and beige floor.

Brookfield Remodel

Ruvin Bros. Artisans & Trades, Inc.

Doug Edmunds
Design ideas for a large traditional wine cellar in Milwaukee with medium hardwood floors and storage racks.

Luxury Custom House

Full Circle Construction

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Vancouver with medium hardwood floors, storage racks and brown floor.

Renovations & More

Domus Constructors, LLC.

This is an example of a large traditional wine cellar in New York with storage racks, concrete floors and grey floor.

Westlake Residence

True Homes Photography

Hunter Coon - True Homes Photography
Traditional wine cellar in Dallas with storage racks and brick floors.

Virginia Wine Country

Kim Kendall Interiors

Mary Parker Architectural Photography
Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional wine cellar in DC Metro with dark hardwood floors, storage racks and brown floor.

Traditional Wine Cellars Project - Modular Wood Wine Racks

Blue Grouse Wine Cellars

This traditional wine cellars project made use of high-quality modular wood wine racks in all heart California redwood. A combination of individual bottle slots and bulk bins were used to create a more interesting design and fit the owner's wine collection needs. Learn more about modular wine racks at http://bluegrousewinecellars.com/wine-racks.html#modular_wine_racks Please note that these same wine racks are available in a variety of other woods including western red cedar, walnut, cherry and more. Blue Grouse Wine Cellars 1621 Welch St North Vancouver, BC V7P 3G9 +1 604-929-3180 bluegrousewinecellars.com Photo Credit: Kent Kallberg

Zhang

H2O2 Wine Cellar Design

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary wine cellar in Toronto with ceramic floors, storage racks and beige floor.

Contemporary Wine Cellar

Photo of a traditional wine cellar in Seattle with storage racks.

"Three Birds... One Stone"

Chapman Design Group, Inc.

Donald Chapman, AIA,CMB This unique project, located in Donalds, South Carolina began with the owners requesting three primary uses. First, it was have separate guest accommodations for family and friends when visiting their rural area. The desire to house and display collectible cars was the second goal. The owner’s passion of wine became the final feature incorporated into this multi use structure. This Guest House – Collector Garage – Wine Cellar was designed and constructed to settle into the picturesque farm setting and be reminiscent of an old house that once stood in the pasture. The front porch invites you to sit in a rocker or swing while enjoying the surrounding views. As you step inside the red oak door, the stair to the right leads guests up to a 1150 SF of living space that utilizes varied widths of red oak flooring that was harvested from the property and installed by the owner. Guest accommodations feature two bedroom suites joined by a nicely appointed living and dining area as well as fully stocked kitchen to provide a self-sufficient stay. Disguised behind two tone stained cement siding, cedar shutters and dark earth tones, the main level of the house features enough space for storing and displaying six of the owner’s automobiles. The collection is accented by natural light from the windows, painted wainscoting and trim while positioned on three toned speckled epoxy coated floors. The third and final use is located underground behind a custom built 3” thick arched door. This climatically controlled 2500 bottle wine cellar is highlighted with custom designed and owner built white oak racking system that was again constructed utilizing trees that were harvested from the property in earlier years. Other features are stained concrete floors, tongue and grooved pine ceiling and parch coated red walls. All are accented by low voltage track lighting along with a hand forged wrought iron & glass chandelier that is positioned above a wormy chestnut tasting table. Three wooden generator wheels salvaged from a local building were installed and act as additional storage and display for wine as well as give a historical tie to the community, always prompting interesting conversations among the owner’s and their guests. This all-electric Energy Star Certified project allowed the owner to capture all three desires into one environment… Three birds… one stone.

Shasta

Thompson Custom Homes

Steve Chenn
Inspiration for a traditional wine cellar in Houston with storage racks.

Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Storage 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.