Natural Elements

Inspired by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, this stone new-build property in Cheshire is unlike any other Artichoke has previously contributed to. We were invited to remodel the kitchen and the adjacent living room – both substantial spaces – to create a unique bespoke Art Deco kitchen. To succeed, the kitchen needed to match the remarkable stature of the house. With its corner turret, steeply pitched roofs, large overhanging eaves, and parapet gables the house resembles a castle. It is well built and a lovely design for a modern house. The clients moved into the 17,000 sq. ft mansion nearly 10 years ago. They are gradually making it their own whilst being sensitive to the striking style of the property.

Modern New Home - Ground Up

Heritage Construction Companies, LLC.

Beautiful Lodge Custom Home

Design Inspirations by Julie

Custom bar Shed style wall rustic wood wall custom furniture fireplace custom mantle and corbels

Miscellaneous Project Photos

ZaZood

The New House

Simpson & Voyle

This image captures the exquisite bespoke bar area in the luxury residence, featuring a stunning display of lit stone that adds a touch of glamour and sophistication to the space. The bar is meticulously crafted with attention to detail, boasting sleek lines and modern design elements that create a stylish focal point for entertaining guests. The illuminated stone backdrop enhances the ambiance, casting a warm and inviting glow that complements the luxurious atmosphere of the room.

Rustic Modern Lodge

Diane Hasso Studios

Enjoy good eats, drinks at the open bar while conversating with friends close by in other areas of this expansive Gathering Room. View the Bar TV, the large TV over the fireplace, and the custom wall art panel by Diane Hasso.

Great Room Addition + Patio

Red House Design Build

This great room addition is the perfect entertainment spot. An expansive home bar with seating for 6. A family room for socializing and friends. To the right, two set of french doors lead to a large patio for outdoor dining. Photography by Aaron Usher III. Instagram: @redhousedesignbuild

Beautiful Lodge Custom Home

Design Inspirations by Julie

Custom bar Shed style wall rustic wood wall custom furniture fireplace custom mantle and corbels

Great Room Addition + Patio

Red House Design Build

Expansive Home Bar Design Ideas with Black Floor

A 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 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 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 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.