Waterford Residence Lower Level Bar and Seating

When planning this custom residence, the owners had a clear vision – to create an inviting home for their family, with plenty of opportunities to entertain, play, and relax and unwind. They asked for an interior that was approachable and rugged, with an aesthetic that would stand the test of time. Amy Carman Design was tasked with designing all of the millwork, custom cabinetry and interior architecture throughout, including a private theater, lower level bar, game room and a sport court. A materials palette of reclaimed barn wood, gray-washed oak, natural stone, black windows, handmade and vintage-inspired tile, and a mix of white and stained woodwork help set the stage for the furnishings. This down-to-earth vibe carries through to every piece of furniture, artwork, light fixture and textile in the home, creating an overall sense of warmth and authenticity.

Rustic Western Style Bar

The Halifax Cabinetry Company Ltd.

Our clients sat down with Monique Teniere from Halifax Cabinetry to discuss their vision of a western style bar they wanted for their basement entertainment area. After conversations with the clients and taking inventory of the barn board they had purchased, Monique created design drawings that would then be brought to life by the skilled craftsmen of Halifax Cabinetry.

Modern Farmhouse (Freemanville Road)

Trademark Building Company

Wet bar

Williams Bentwater Home

LaMay Designs

Mountain Modern Style Home

Next Stage Design + Build

Scott DuBose Photography /Designed by Nicole Guilbert: https://www.casesanjose.com/bio/nicole-guilbert/

Basement Finishing in Clarksburg, MD

BasementRemodeling.com

A very nice and simple combination of lower dark cabinetry and white countertop.

Sea Hawk

Surfside Home Co.

Wet bar with blue backsplash, open shelves and brass ceiling fixtures.

Hamptons Home Bar

Brooke Taylor Designs Inc

Bar area with built-in appliances, beverage center, refrigerator and freezer drawers, two sinks with touch-activated pull faucets, one of which is a long wine cooler, dishwasher and microwave.

South Austin Home

Kristen James, AIA, WELL AP + LEED AP

Home bar with penny round tile connects the great room / dining room area with the kitchen

Casseque Province Kitchen

Classic Remodeling & Construction, Inc.

Photography: Jason Stemple

Brecksville Whole Home Renovation

Jennifer Speer Design

Custom wine and coffee bar. Glazed Caribbean blue tile; custom walnut butcher block; glass & wood shelving. Whole home design for first floor renovation. Second floor is in progress. Oversee entire project and work directly with contractor and vendors. Purchased all furnishings and design the final space in all area.

Lakeside Condo

Britany Hanthorn with MBS Interiors

The sunroom features a wet bar designed in Starmark Cabinetry's Maple Cosmopolitan finished in Graphite. The quartz counters are from Zodiaq in a new color called Versilia Grigio. Hardware is from Hickory Hardware in Verona Bronze. Wet bar features include glass doors, wine bottle and glass storage, and a wine refrigerator and ice maker.

Westport Contemporary Residence Champagne Bar

Heidi Holzer Design & Decorative Work

This fantastic champagne bar is on the second level of the home, overlooking the main living/entertaining space. It is a luxurious space with laboradite stone counter top and composite gold leaf walls.

Modern Luxury

Frahm Interiors - Burlington ON

Hawaiian Inspired Remodel

Invision Design + Build

Custom Paneled Room

Birdie Miller Designs

http://www.levimillerphotography.com/

Beach Drive

Studio Miel

Photography: Stacy Zarin Goldberg

Sophisticated Family Room Remodel

Arcadia Floors + Home

Our team partnered with a local interior designer to select material for this rich and comfortable family entertainment space. Flooring | Cabinet Design | Countertops | Tile Photography by Murray Photography

Wet Bar

Coastal Signature Homes

Cabinets: Centerpoint Cabinets Wall color: Sherwin Williams (Comfort Grey) Appliances: Jennair Countertops: Cambria Faucet: Ferguson

Wings Neck Residence

Elms Interior Design

Photography by Michael J. Lee Photography

Home Bar Design Ideas with Blue Splashback

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.