Montgomery County Gladwyne Kitchen Remodel "A New Home in an Old House"

This client initially retained us to design & build an addition but after an in-depth review of the house and the family's need we were able to create the ideal space by simply re-configuring the existing square footage. The dining room was over-sized and underused, which allowed us to relocate a primary wall in the kitchen to create a much larger foot print. Additionally we added an extra window to allow more natural light in. Once that was complete, the client felt the elegance we had in mind and enjoyed what felt like a completely new home

1920s Ann Arbor Colonial Gets a Refresh

Meadowlark Design+Build

A home bar was part of the addition that was added onto the back of this 1920s colonial home in Ann Arbor, MI. Stairs lead to the new main floor bathroom. Dark grey porcelain floor tiles.

Retreat in Sag Harbor

Lawrence Allan Inc.

Harbor Towers

Metropolitan Cabinets & Countertops

Metropolitan Cabinets ShowHouse Collection Mission Shaker door in honey stained mahogany. Countertops in oiled soapstone

Classic Beach House

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Custom Bar Project Gallery

Aspekt7 Construction Inc.

Mirrors

Quality Glass & Mirror

Bellaire New Home Showcase 2017

Stone Acorn Builders

1920s Ann Arbor Colonial Gets a Refresh

Meadowlark Design+Build

A bar area was added as part of the rear addition to this 1920s colonial home in Ann Arbor, MI. Stairs lead to the new main floor bathroom (door closed in this photo).

Ocean City, MD Multiple Room Beach House Project

Creative In Counters

This home bar features Soapstone countertops.

Scottsdale Eclectic

Dettaglio Interior Design

Waterfront Porthole Window Bar - Riverside, CT

Olson Development LLC

Custom Bar Project Gallery

Aspekt7 Construction Inc.

ST. MARTIN II

Westridge Builders Inc

Dorraville Kitchen

Mi-Kin Creations, Inc.

Custom dry bar with extra cabinet storage.

GAME FACE

Kelly Scanlon Interior Design

An otherwise unremarkable lower level is now a layered, multifunctional room including a place to play, watch, sleep, and drink. Our client didn’t want light, bright, airy grey and white - PASS! She wanted established, lived-in, stories to tell, more to make, and endless interest. So we put in true French Oak planks stained in a tobacco tone, dressed the walls in gold rivets and black hemp paper, and filled them with vintage art and lighting. We added a bar, sleeper sofa of dreams, and wrapped a drink ledge around the room so players can easily free up their hands to line up their next shot or elbow bump a teammate for encouragement! Soapstone, aged brass, blackened steel, antiqued mirrors, distressed woods and vintage inspired textiles are all at home in this story - GAME ON! Check out the laundry details as well. The beloved house cats claimed the entire corner of cabinetry for the ultimate maze (and clever litter box concealment). Overall, a WIN-WIN!

The Soapstone Depot

Harmony Club New Build

restyle design, llc

This butler's pantry has an elegant feel with black walnut stained cabinetry, marble backsplash, and stainless hardware.

Evanston Kitchen, Den, Master Bath

Change Design

Home Bar Design Ideas with Soapstone Benchtops and Terrazzo 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.