Photos by Holly Lepere

Although this basement was partially finished, it did not function well. Our clients wanted a comfortable space for movie nights and family visits.

Contemporary Home Bar

G.A. White Homes - Lask

Mauk Cabinets by Design

Another beautiful home built by G.A. White Homes. We had the pleasure of working on the kitchen, living room, basement bar, and bathrooms. This home has a very classic and clean elements which makes for a very welcoming feel. Designer: Aaron Mauk

Idea ShowHouse 2014

Arteva Homes

North Capitol Hill

Marc Blackwell New York

From the sitting room adjacent to the kitchen, a look into the dining room, with a 7' x 7' custom table, with banquette, and flannel modern chairs.

Prairie Luxury

Redl World Class Kitchens

Design - Atmosphere Interior Design

Modern Farmhouse Spec Home

Todd Creative Design

2017 Riverside Greenwich Build

Candelaria Design Associates

Kitchen

DYR-Ex General Contracting

Kaylor Russell - Blue Accent Kitchen

Kitchen & Bath Galleries of Chapel Hill

2017 Cleveland Homearama Model

Otero Signature Homes

Acoustic Barn - Redding

Blansfield Builders, Inc.

Jim Fuhrmann

Lodge by the Lake

Wade Weissmann Architecture

A rustic coffered ceiling composed of reclaimed wood.

Bloomfield Hills, MI Basement Renovation

MainStreet Design Build

Custom home bar with plenty of open shelving for storage.

Maple Grove and Basement Remodel

Pinnacle Design & Remodeling

Sometimes things just happen organically. This client reached out to me in a professional capacity to see if I wanted to advertise in his new magazine. I declined at that time because as team we have chosen to be referral based, not advertising based. Even with turning him down, he and his wife decided to sign on with us for their basement... which then upon completion rolled into their main floor (part 2). They wanted a very distinct style and already had a pretty good idea of what they wanted. We just helped bring it all to life. They wanted a kid friendly space that still had an adult vibe that no longer was based off of furniture from college hand-me-down years. Since they loved modern farmhouse style we had to make sure there was shiplap and also some stained wood elements to warm up the space. This space is a great example of a very nice finished basement done cost-effectively without sacrificing some comforts or features.

The Idea House

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Accomodation

Lorusso Nicola Images

Large Home Bar Design Ideas with Beige Floor

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.