Gloss lacquered cabinets painted in Sherwin Williams' "Inkwell".

This steeply sloped property was converted into a backyard retreat through the use of natural and man-made stone. The natural gunite swimming pool includes a sundeck and waterfall and is surrounded by a generous paver patio, seat walls and a sunken bar. A Koi pond, bocce court and night-lighting provided add to the interest and enjoyment of this landscape. This beautiful redesign was also featured in the Interlock Design Magazine. Explained perfectly in ICPI, “Some spa owners might be jealous of the newly revamped backyard of Wayne, NJ family: 5,000 square feet of outdoor living space, complete with an elevated patio area, pool and hot tub lined with natural rock, a waterfall bubbling gently down from a walkway above, and a cozy fire pit tucked off to the side. The era of kiddie pools, Coleman grills and fold-up lawn chairs may be officially over.”

Bay Village

KAS Interior Design

This bar is a custom made cabinet. LED lights are used in the waves of the façade to add accent lighting. A floating stone bar top adds another level to the countertop. Blue glass backsplash. Photographer: Laura A. Suglia-Isgro, ASID

The Non-Basement Basement Renovation

Malbec Homes & Renovations Inc.

Studio 1826

Polished Traditional

PB Kitchen Design

The light filled space has large windows and four doors, but works well in the strategically configured floor plan. Generous wall trim, exquisite light fixtures and modern stools create a warm ambiance. In the words of the homeowner, “it is beyond our dreams”.

New Farmhouse - Lower Level Wet Bar

DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.

Lower Level Wet Bar

Modern Kitchens Remodel

California Construction Center, Inc.

First Hill Penthouse

NB Design Group, Inc

Photo by: Haris Kenjar

Mid-Continent Cabinetry Designs

SCC Kitchen & Bath Cabinetry

Maxwell Farm - Greenville, SC

J. Francis Builders

Trim Color: SW 6385 Dover White; Wall Color: SW 6148 Wool Skein; Cabinet Color: SW 6991 Black Magic; Cabinet Hardware: Top Knobs TK205 Tower Bridge, Polished Chrome; Sink: Elkay SCF16FBSH The Mystic Stainless Steel Sink, Hammered Mirror; Faucet: Danze D151557 Opulence Faucet, Chrome; Countertop & Backsplash: Mont Blanc Quartzite

Wildwood Lower Level Playroom Transformation

Dill-Thebeau Design Company

Playroom transformation into Bar. Cori Nations Photography

Traditional Media Room

Upper Chevy Chase Addition

Landis Architects | Builders

We were also able to add a new powder room to this level, as well as a bar area for entertaining family and friends. The bar area features a unique backsplash tile and the powder room and the kitchen eating area features fun wallpaper.

Lakefront Pool House

Dual Concept Design

A custom designed bar finished in black lacquer, brass details and accented by a mirrored tile backsplash and crystal pendants.

Cellar & Bar

Lewisham Interiors

Lakehouse at Kingsgate

Nathan Taylor for Obelisk Home

Bloomfield Hills, MI Basement Renovation

MainStreet Design Build

Custom home bar with plenty of open shelving for storage.

Hawthorn Woods, IL Project

Matrix Home Solutions

#TheHighlandsHouse

Alma Homes

Laura Rae Photography

Fancourt Residence

LS3P Living

Home Bar | Custom home studio of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. | Photo by Fairview Builders LLC.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Black Cabinets

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.