A standard approach to kitchen design was not an option for this glamorous open-plan living area. Instead, an intricate bar sits front of house, with attractive and practical kitchen space tucked in behind.

Lake Cowichan Sunshine and Views

McPherson Cabinetry

Coffee Bar and Drinks Station, custom designed to appreciate crystal collection and be the entertainment hub of the house.

Midnight Magic Bar

Aubrey Costello

Photo Credit: Studio Three Beau

miami modern home bar

alene workman interior design, inc

This Miami Modern style custom bar replaced an old world dark wood style pub. This updated social gathering spot allows you to sit with your friends, enjoy a cocktail, and appreciate the commissioned art installation on the bar's backsplash wall, enhanced by wall-washed lighting. The italian bar chairs are upholstered in red leather and feature woven cane backs.

2019 - Snowy Egret Lane

Jilco Kitchen and Bath

Kitchen Designer (Savannah Schmitt) Cabinetry (Eudora Full Access, Homestead Door Style, Iron Finish, Floating Shelves - Heirloom Ash) Photographer (Smiths Do Love) Builder (Vintage Homes)

Contemporary Wet Bar - Hartland

timothyj kitchen & bath, inc.

Modern bar, Frameless cabinets in Vista Plus door style, rift wood species in Matte Eclipse finish by Wood-Mode Custom Cabinets, glass shelving highlighted with abundant LED lighting. Waterfall countertops

Modern Chalet: Home Bar

Joe McGuire Design

Our Boulder studio designed this luxe modern home with fabulous furnishings and decor that are in sync with the natural beauty of Colorado. In this foyer, the large glass door pivots, and as light pours in, it mellows the hemlock-paneled wall and white oak floors. The glow of the Noguchi lantern above, the soft Moroccan runner under foot, and the woven cognac leather bench all create a welcoming entry to this modern mountain home. The golden hillside grasses inspired the warm tones we chose for furnishings, including the custom white oak dining table with steel wishbone legs and the handmade console cabinet. A little bit of a lavender hue in the bedrooms relates to the lavender and sage that grows so beautifully in Colorado. We used a classic black and white combination in the kitchen, creating an elegant, sophisticated vibe. For the home bar, we followed a similar scheme with white quartz countertops contrasting with black-stained fluted paneling. Oak flooring, brass accents, and Italian bar stools by Amura create a warm and inviting corner to settle in for a drink. --- 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/modern-chalet

Room To Spare

Mauricio Nava Design, LLC

Lower Level Wet Bar in Media Room

Orren Pickell Building Group

Lower level wet bar features open metal shelving. Backsplash field tile is AKDO GL1815-0312CO 3" x 12" in dove gray installed in a vertical stacked pattern.

Paradise Valley Contemporary

CJ Gershon Photography

Sleek and Sophisticated

Amrami Design + Build

Photo Credit: Aimée Mazzenga

Bridge Street

Marcye Philbrook

Siri Blanchette of Blind Dog Photo

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.

Minimalist Mountainside

Ownby Design

Mark Boisclair Photography

27th Street Residence

Geremia Design

Custom bar in library. A mix of solid walnut and botticino classico marble. With integrated cabinet pulls and lighting under stone shelves. Photos by Nicole Franzen

White Oak & Black Beverage Bar

Chervin Kitchen & Bath Inc.

An upstairs beverage bar with exquisite stained white oak and sleek black uppers adorned with glass panels and shelving. The mesmerizing vertical grain pattern of the white oak evokes natural beauty, while the panelled beverage fridge and enchanting waterfall countertop ends create an irresistible allure.

Hidden Lakes

TruKitchens

This hidden bar in a custom green paint match pops against the Rift Cut White Oak Seaspray cabinets from Grabill Cabinets. Photos: Ashley Avila Photography

Jet

Inside Stories

Home wet bar with unique white tile and light hardwood floors. Industrial seating and lighting add to the space and the custom wine rack round out the open layout space.

Vialetto Way

Simons Salt

Houston Townhome

Particular Home + Design

Contemporary Home Bar Design Ideas with White Benchtop

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.