O2 Belltown - Model Room #1101, Seattle, WA

What better place than the sitting area for a bar cart? This lovely piece came from Arteriors Home and can be moved as it is on casters. O2 Belltown - Model Room #1101, Seattle, WA, Belltown Design, Photography by Paula McHugh

Alamo Bungalow

Kimberley Harrison Interiors

For a young family with 3 small boys comfort and functionality were key but style was not sacrificed as the homeowner was willing to add playful touches to the family room and dining room space where the family spends most of their time. Scott Hargis

Saint-Laurent Cottage

Sarah Brown

Sarah D Brown

Lodgings on Lexington Ave.

apartmentjeanie

Alamitos Bay Project

Kennedy Cole Interior Design

This home bar is a quaint and simple space to grab a drink and a chat with friends. Fun art dresses this space up and an oversized brass mirror makes it balanced while reflecting natural light.

Bleeker Street: Home Bar

Joe McGuire Design

Our Boulder studio designed this beautiful home in the mountains to reflect the bright, beautiful, natural vibes outside – an excellent way to elevate the senses. We used a double-height, oak-paneled ceiling in the living room to create an expansive feeling. We also placed layers of Moroccan rugs, cozy textures of alpaca, mohair, and shearling by exceptional makers from around the US. In the kitchen and bar area, we went with the classic black and white combination to create a sophisticated ambience. We furnished the dining room with attractive blue chairs and artworks, and in the bedrooms, we maintained the bright, airy vibes by adding cozy beddings and accessories. --- Joe McGuire Design is an Aspen and Boulder interior design firm bringing a uniquely holistic approach to home interiors since 2005. For more about Joe McGuire Design, see here: https://www.joemcguiredesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.joemcguiredesign.com/bleeker-street

Family Room Redesign

Crimson Developments

Pub Table, Bar Stools, Mini Bar

Visions in Contemporary Living

Dwelling

Keough Stearns Interiors

Alamitos Bay Project

Kennedy Cole Interior Design

This home bar is a quaint and simple space to grab a drink and a chat with friends. Fun art dresses this space up and an oversized brass mirror makes it balanced while reflecting natural light.

Lodgings on Lexington Ave.

apartmentjeanie

LIVING ROOM UPDATE

Natasha Habermann Studio

My client wanted to update their living room without changing their furniture. With just a few simple tweaks we were able to give their space a fresh new look!

New Project(2)

Kole Contractors, Inc.

Contemporary Home Bar

PROVINCETOWN CONDO

CAMPION INTERIORS

GRACE MCINERNEY PHOTOGRAPHY

Global Transitional with Bay Views

Home Frosting

For the spacious living room, we ensured plenty of comfortable seating with luxe furnishings for the sophisticated appeal. We added two elegant leather chairs with muted brass accents and a beautiful center table in similar accents to complement the chairs. A tribal artwork strategically placed above the fireplace makes for a great conversation starter at family gatherings. In the large dining area, we chose a wooden dining table with modern chairs and a statement lighting fixture that creates a sharp focal point. A beautiful round mirror on the rear wall creates an illusion of vastness in the dining area. The kitchen has a beautiful island with stunning countertops and plenty of work area to prepare delicious meals for the whole family. Built-in appliances and a cooking range add a sophisticated appeal to the kitchen. The home office is designed to be a space that ensures plenty of productivity and positive energy. We added a rust-colored office chair, a sleek glass table, muted golden decor accents, and natural greenery to create a beautiful, earthy space. --- Project designed by interior design studio Home Frosting. They serve the entire Tampa Bay area including South Tampa, Clearwater, Belleair, and St. Petersburg. For more about Home Frosting, see here: https://homefrosting.com/

Lifestyle Feedback Photos

Urban Walls

Bar Cart

Catherine Nguyen Photography

Catherine Nguyen

Linver road

CATO creative

Dargene Residence

Royal Constructors of Naples

Christina Moulder

Contemporary Bar Cart Design Ideas

A contemporary home bar can provide a spot of indulgence for one, or be a central hub you gather round when entertaining. Whether you’re thinking of planning a wine bar, outdoor bar, or just making room for a bar cart, browse these images for inspiration, and ask yourself the following questions.

Where should you position your home bar?

The most popular location for a contemporary home bar is in or near the kitchen or dining room. If you prefer entertaining outdoors, however, an outdoor bar can be a dream addition to any Aussie backyard – and imagine the luxury of swimming up to your very own pool bar! If you're building from scratch, a landscape architect can help you work out the ideal design for your space.

What type of home bar is best suited to your needs?

Home bars come in all shapes and sizes, and with an array of practicalities. Utilise an awkward corner with a cabinet bar; maximise floor space with a trunk bar, which unfolds to create a bar counter; or conveniently turn any space in your house into a bar room with a mobile bar such as a fun bar cart. If you prefer a more grandiose option, or all the amenities of a real bar, you can’t go past a built-in contemporary home bar.

What home bar functionalities do you want to include?

Decide how you will use the bar and whether you will need sinks, storage and refrigeration. Including a sink in your contemporary home bar design is a practical addition if you choose a location far from your kitchen. If you’re a wine connoisseur, you may want to include additional wine storage, whereas a mini bar fridge within the kitchen may need no extra storage at all. Home bars that will be used infrequently – perhaps an outdoor bar in the cooler months – may not need refrigeration and could suffice with large ice buckets.

What bar furniture will you need?

Seating is essential to any home bar and will impact the style of your home bar design. Bar stools, for example, come in an array of materials and styles, from traditional wooden bar stools, to resort- and industrial-style stools. Storage is another important element, so look for a liquor cabinet and wine racks. Next, if you are creating a freestanding station, you will need a bar table, which are taller and shallower than regular dining tables. Check that your stools and table height work together before you finalise any home bar designs.

How can you personalise your bar design?

Bar tools and accessories are an easy and interchangeable way to personalise your bar design. You may want to create a wine bar, tavern-style bar or retro bar, so look for wine glasses and tumblers, for instance, that will help carry this style. Coasters, bar mats or signage will help you to further achieve your desired look.