This was a bar in the mezzanine of a car shop!

Byron Ranch

North Cove Builders

Sandy Springs Basement Design/Build

Home Expressions Interiors by Laura Bloom Inc.

This client wanted their Terrace Level to be comprised of the warm finishes and colors found in a true Tuscan home. Basement was completely unfinished so once we space planned for all necessary areas including pre-teen media area and game room, adult media area, home bar and wine cellar guest suite and bathroom; we started selecting materials that were authentic and yet low maintenance since the entire space opens to an outdoor living area with pool. The wood like porcelain tile used to create interest on floors was complimented by custom distressed beams on the ceilings. Real stucco walls and brick floors lit by a wrought iron lantern create a true wine cellar mood. A sloped fireplace designed with brick, stone and stucco was enhanced with the rustic wood beam mantle to resemble a fireplace seen in Italy while adding a perfect and unexpected rustic charm and coziness to the bar area. Finally decorative finishes were applied to columns for a layered and worn appearance. Tumbled stone backsplash behind the bar was hand painted for another one of a kind focal point. Some other important features are the double sided iron railed staircase designed to make the space feel more unified and open and the barrel ceiling in the wine cellar. Carefully selected furniture and accessories complete the look.

Gray's Bay Lake Minnetonka

L. Cramer Builders + Remodelers

Custom built by L. Cramer Designers + Builders Architecture by Peter Eskuche Troy Thies Photography www.LCramer.com 952-935-8482

Bar Area

Lisa & Leroy

It's 5 o'clock somewhere. This happy corner is ready at any hour for festivities to begin with bold wallpaper, brass hardware, and plenty of glasses.

Rustic and Eclectic in Ambler

down2earth Interior Design, LLC.

The former dining room has become a lounge. The custom-designed bar features a live edge teak counter, soft gold metal mesh in the upper cabinets, and a rubbed-away look to the sage colored cabinets

Addition featuring full bar and NanoWall

Amiano & Son Construction, LLC

Shilling Media

Once-a-POND-a-Time

Parkyn Design

Basement bar that overlooks the pond.

Southern Living Idea House

Michael G Imber, Architects

GROVE & LIBBIE - Drink Nook

Haus of León

Here is a view of the custom drink nook we made to house the drink fridge and give the clients a space for the most important office tool, the nespresso machine.

Speakeasy Basement Bar Remodel

April Hamilton Interiors LLP

Luxurious dark ante room with bespoke cocktail bar built within joinery unit

Antique Bar with Apothecary Drawers and Gray Perimeter Cabinets

Orren Pickell Building Group

The antique bar was locally sourced. The perimeter cabinets are alder with a flint finish and features seeded glass door inserts and built in wine storage. Photo by Mike Kaskel

Bars

Eleven Four LLC

Pump House

Cantley & Company, Inc.

Jenkins

Classic Bars

Kitchen, Wet Bar and Sitting Area

Tunde Decor, LLC

We opened up the wall between the kitchen and a guest bedroom. This new bar/sitting area used to be the bedroom. We created a modern functional space where the family can entertain.

Keowee Manor

Gabriel Builders Inc.

Large bar that seats 6 with custom cabinetry by Nicholas James Fine Woodworking. Alabaster lights and custom cabinets with glass fronts.

1890's Ranch Remodel

WR Woodworking

1890's Ranch remodel in Ft. Davis Texas. Butlers bar with Walnut Edge Grain Counter Tops with a stainless steel under mount sink. Wine Cooler and dishwasher

Home Bar Design Ideas with Wood Benchtops and Brown 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.