A copper sink and articulating faucet complete the bar area near the kitchen proper and adjacent to the dining room. Original brick was retained and restored in this historic home circa 1794 located on Charleston's Peninsula South of Broad. Custom cabinetry in a bold finish features fixture finishes in a mix of metals including brass, stainless steel, copper and gold. Photo by Patrick Brickman

Basement Renovation for Comfort and Entertaining

Bliss Home Innovations

Custom basment finished with exposed wood beams, black ceiling, custom wet bar with custom built wine cellar, brick stone backsplash with rustic wood floating shelf and Cambria countertops.

Hollis Home

Mountain Lakes Cabinetry

Wet Bar

Design Theory Interiors, LLC

Homeowner wanted a modern wet bar with hints of rusticity. These custom cabinets have metal mesh inserts in upper cabinets and painted brick backsplash. The wine storage area is recessed into the wall to allow more open floor space

Basement Great Room

FBC Remodel

Basement great room with tv area, stone fireplace and hard wood floors. ©Finished Basement Company

A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Severna Park, MD Kitchen and Basement Bar Remodel

Cabinet Discounters, Inc.

This bar features Homecrest Cabinetry with Sedona Hickory door style and Buckboard finish. The countertops are Black Pearl granite.

Винный погреб

Галина Милошевич

Brookfield Prairie Home

Interior Changes home design & consulting

All of the finishes in this lower level bar area were milled over and paired up to give a relaxed vibe with a traditional flare. The dark stained wood and light brick do the trick :) The vinyl faux wood floor is family friendly while still adding warmth to the lower level.

Remodel: Keeler Woods

Georgia Contractor Group Home Builders

T&T Photos

Man Cave

Shelly Interior Design Studio

Comfortable space for unwinding after a long work day. Ladies are welcome too

In this Cedar Rapids residence, sophistication meets bold design, seamlessly integrating dynamic accents and a vibrant palette. Every detail is meticulously planned, resulting in a captivating space that serves as a modern haven for the entire family. The upper level is a versatile haven for relaxation, work, and rest. In the elegant home bar, a brick wall accent adds warmth, complementing open shelving and a well-appointed island. Bar chairs, a mini-fridge, and curated decor complete this inviting space. --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/cedar-rapids-dramatic-family-home-design

Brick by Brick

Top Shelf Design

Bars - Beverage Stations - Wine Cellars

The Cleary Company

Design-Build custom storage for client's extensive bourbon collection. Features include custom cabinetry, blue quartz countertop, floating wood shelves and a thin brick backsplash. Project Developer & Designer - Jen Sommers, CR, Allied ASID

A 1990s Contemporary Whole Home Renovation

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

North East NE- New Built

Designing Dreams by Ajay

Bar in the basement

Chelsea Loft

Lena Lalvani, Custom Closet Designer

Light up custom bar shelves Photographed by Lena Lalvani

Mid-sized Home Bar Design Ideas with Brick Splashback

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.