Mississauga Full Home Interior

Gatti Brothers Ltd.

Hawthorn Woods, IL Project

Matrix Home Solutions

Understated Glamour Family Room

Gabberts Design Studio

Photography by Jon Haworth

House Beautiful Cover Shoot

Clos-ette LLC

My Dining Room Bar. Shot by Ken Hayden Photography for Caroline Rafferty Interiors.

Wet Bars

Randy's Flooring

La Dune Blanche

Atelier Plurielles Architectures

Vue globale du restaurant et bar

6812 Sorrel Street, McLean

Joy Design + Build

Inner City Two

Empire Kitchen & Bath

Private Residence in West Essex

Khadine Schultz Interiors

Hammons Basement

Karen Spiritoso Designs LLC

Kris Palen

Tuscany Proj

Avid Interior Design Inc.

This was a whole home renovation where nothing was left untouched. We took out a few walls to create a gorgeous great room, custom designed millwork throughout, selected all new materials, finishes in all areas of the home. We also custom designed a few furniture pieces and procured all new furnishings, artwork, drapery and decor.

Bar - After

O'Connor Home Design

Woodley Park Living Areas Renovations

Jordan Design-Build Group

The owners engaged us to conduct a full house renovation to bring this historic stone mansion back to its former glory. One of the highest priorities was updating the main floor’s more public spaces which serve as the diplomat's primary representation areas where special events are hosted. Worn wall-to-wall carpet was removed revealing original oak hardwood floors that were sanded and refinished with an Early American stain. Great attention to detail was given to the selection, customization and installation of new drapes, carpets and runners all of which had to complement the home’s existing antique furniture. The striking red runner gives new life to the grand hall and winding staircase and makes quite an impression upon entering the property. New ceilings, medallions, chandeliers and a fresh coat of paint elevate the spaces to their fullest potential. A customized bar was added to an adjoining sunroom that serves as spillover space for formal events and a more intimate setting for casual gatherings.

Bellevue Midcentury Kitchen remodel

Meredith Design CKD, CBD

John Wilbanks Photography

Flex Model

SHED Architecture & Design

Boulderback Project

Danielle Rios Design Studio

New Home With Great Room Kitchen and Cambria Ironsbridge Quartz Surfaces

Village Home Stores

A new home built by Hazelwood Builders on the Quad Cities in Coal Valley, IL. The kitchen features Koch Classic Cabinetry in the Bristol door painted Ivory with a Birch Java island. Stainless Steel KitchenAid appliances, Cambria Quartz Ironsbridge countertops, and seedy glass matte black pendants are also featured. Also included in this album: a home bar area, laundry room, lighting, window treatments, and a stunning primary bath.

Home Bar Design Ideas with Grey Floor and Beige 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.