Luxury and 'man-cave-feeling' custom bar within basement of luxury new home build

Bar unit

A standard approach to kitchen design was not an option for this glamorous open-plan living area. Instead, an intricate bar sits front of house, with attractive and practical kitchen space tucked in behind.

Golden Hour Garden

Interiors by Herlong

Contemporary Artist Retreat

Annie Santulli Designs

The designer turned a dining room into a fabulous bar for entertaining....integrating the window behind the bar for a dramatic look! Robert Brantley Photography

HIgh-Gloss Lacquered Cabinet Finishes in a Luxurious Home Bar and Butlers Pantry

Paper Moon Painting

Love the high-gloss black lacquered finish we painted on these cabinets in this glamorous home bar.

Casagrande

cpopp workshop

Vibrant Kitchen & Butler's Pantry Renovation

CLR Design Services, Inc.

Modern Belle

Colby Construction

Montclair Renovation & Facade

RTH Building Company

M Streets

Karia Designs

We created this moody custom built in bar area for our clients in the M streets. We contrasted the dark blue with a dark walnut wood stain counter top and shelves. Added the finishing touches by add a textured grasscloth wallpaper and shelf lights

Coffee Corner

Afka Designs Ltd.

So cute! Tiny little area to keep your coffee warm and drinks chilled!

Rancho Santa Fe Custom Home

Bungalow 56

Kristen Vincent Photography

NEW CANAAN, CT - Tapestry Bar

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

A client was eager to turn a dated built-in unit into a sophisticated, entertaining space that was highly functional. The gunmetal open shelving unit with integrated LED lighting in the horizontal bars makes a bold design statement. Twin cabinetry columns with seeded glass fronts and interior lighting provide ample storage for spirits and glassware, while lower cabinets seamlessly conceal beverage drawers and a wine refrigeration unit. The modern, frameless slab cabinetry is accented by unlaquered brass hardware, with subtle ribbing adding texture. The marble countertop is backed by a 10" high marble backsplash that blends into the faux finish painted to seamlessly match the striking stone. A memorable design element is the circular, burnished nickel sink with satin brass ring detailing.

Modern Home Bar Remodel in Lafayette, CA

Gayler Design Build

For entertaining at home, and with the client being a bit of a mixologist, we designed a custom bar area in the corner that features dark navy cabinetry with walnut countertops, a gorgeous handmade glass tile backsplash, wine fridge, and concealed ice maker. The brass wire mesh inserts on select cabinet doors add glitz and glamour to the entertainment nook and make the homeowners want to break out their best barware and celebrate.

Pebble

Hobson Woodworks Inc

Dark and Stormy Wine Bar, Devon PA

kat robbins Interiors

Moody and luxurious home bar with dark painted cabinets, live edge wood, antique glass, brass piping, and LED lighting throughout. Featuring a wine cooler, ice maker, and custom under stairs wine storage. Brass top bar with velvet barstools, and an industrial chandelier, which casts patterned light and shadow onto the ceiling and textured wallpapered walls.

Luxury Home Bar 001

Paverca Renovation Services

In this Cutest and Luxury Home Bar we use a soft but eye catching pallet with gold taps and beautiful accent mosaic.

Pemberton Revival

Ashby Collective

Ralph Lauren Bar Vibes

The Decorator, LLC

Home Bar Design Ideas with Wood Benchtops and Marble Benchtops

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.