We removed the unused desk built-in and replace it with a functioning home bar.

Wings Neck Residence

Elms Interior Design

Photography by Michael J. Lee Photography

Growing Family, Sophisticated Style

Stalburg Design

This lower level kitchen is the perfect spot for entertaining kids and grown ups alike! From the large, expansive island to the open countertop buffet, the custom designed cabinetry is packed with storage and contains a paneled tall pantry, refrigerator, freezer and wine cabinet. Metallic pendants provide task lighting and the back-lit walnut cabinet have plenty of ambient lighting to set the perfect scene. The flooring is a pre-fab luxury vinyl plank, able to hold up to the hustle and bustle of poolside entertaining and indoor/outdoor activity.

Tower Villas Condo Merger

Atlas Moran Construction

Fawn Valley: Modern Home

Timberlake Custom Homes

Wet bar

Lounge Millwork Elevations

CALEB by design

This project is in progress with construction beginning July '22. We are expanding and relocating an existing home bar, adding millwork for the walls, and painting the walls and ceiling in a high gloss emerald green. The furnishings budget is $50,000.

Lighthouse Landing

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

Country Club

Gebben Interior

Renovation from an old Florida dated house that used to be a country club, to an updated beautiful Old Florida inspired kitchen, dining, bar and keeping room.

East Bay Home Remodel in Blues and Greys

MSK Design Build

The SubZero refrigerator with a glass door is the highlight of the kitchen, along with the full-height Sub Zero wine fridge.

Cool Contemporary Commercial

Creative Interiors Inc.

Forest Brooke Remodel

PH Design Firm

Modern Two-Story With Grand Staircase

Duke Homes, Inc.

Modern and beautiful! This custom built bar is perfect for entertaining!

Sturbridge bar

Grit Construction LLC

We added this stunning basement wet bar for clients. It was a pleasure working with them throughout the project to turn their vision into a reality. This complete bar provides all the needs you would need to host the next get together with your friends!

Encinitas Ocean Remodel

Ginger Rabe Designs, LLC

This home in Encinitas was in need of a refresh to bring the Ocean into this family near the beach. The kitchen had a complete remodel with new cabinets, glass, sinks, faucets, custom blue color to match our clients favorite colors of the sea, and so much more. We custom made the design on the cabinets and wrapped the island and gave it a pop of color. The dining room had a custom large buffet with teak tile laced into the current hardwood floor. Every room was remodeled and the clients even have custom GR Studio furniture, (the Dorian Swivel Chair and the Warren 3 Piece Sofa). These pieces were brand new introduced in 2019 and this home on the beach was the first to have them. It was a pleasure designing this home with this family from custom window treatments, furniture, flooring, gym, kids play room, and even the outside where we introduced our new custom GR Studio outdoor coverings. This house is now a home for this artistic family. To see the full set of pictures you can view in the Gallery under Encinitas Ocean Remodel.

The Destination Project

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Ewing kitchen and basement bar

Better By Design LLC

Debbie & Art's Bar Area Renovation

Phoenix Home Remodeling

The space, while functional, lacked a dedicated spot for socializing and entertaining. There was a missed opportunity for an area where they could host friends, enjoy casual meals, or simply relax with a drink. The absence of a bar area meant that their kitchen, while practical for cooking, didn't fully cater to their lifestyle needs, which included entertaining and enjoying their space in a more social and relaxed manner. They chose Waypoint 530 Latte cabinets for the bar area, which beautifully matched the kitchen's overall design. The latte tone introduced a subtle contrast to the main kitchen area while maintaining the sleek and modern look. The new bar was equipped with Berwyn Quartz countertops, providing a durable, stylish, and consistent look with the kitchen island, creating a cohesive design flow throughout the space. An elegant touch was added with the installation of an upper glass cabinet featuring two glass doors. This feature not only provided an aesthetically pleasing display area but also enhanced the sense of space in the bar area. The area was enhanced with the MSI Herringbone Mosaic for the backsplash. This choice created a stunning visual impact, elevating the aesthetic and making it a breathtaking focal point in the room.

Rustic Lane

Diane Martin Interior Designs

Beautiful home large bar.

Sturbridge bar

Grit Construction LLC

Cool Contemporary Commercial

Creative Interiors Inc.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Glass Tile Splashback and White Benchtop

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.