Happy Hour -Parisian Bistro-Inspired Wet Bar with DeDion faucet

Herbeau - Winckelmans Tiles - Line Art Vanities

Happy Hour starts here- this wet bar by Brooksberry & Associates is the perfect space to enjoy an aperitif or glass of rose, Designer details such as the painting and Herbeau wall mounted DeDion faucet evoke Parisian flair. DeDion faucet in 57 Brushed Nickel.

Wakefield Wine Bar and Fireplace

Griffin Design

Custom Bar

G&S Contracting, LLC

Custom home bar with poplar lumber and several coats of a wood polishing wax, with additional wainscoting, and under cabinet lighting.

Sylvania Township Home

Elle Interiors

Here a mid-century office credenza stands in for a bar or serving piece for the adjacent dining area. The bold blue accent wall serves as a lush backdrop for the white framed contemporary artwork. It also brings out the color and grain of the walnut credenza with brass bow-tie pulls.

Portland Penthouse

Tyler Karu Design + Interiors

A penthouse in Portland, Maine with retro vibes. Photos by Justin Levesque

Tradition Pub Style Bar with Coffered Ceiling

Dry Bar Entertainment

Sharon Otto Interiors

Whiskey and Cigar Bar Remodel Project in Westfield, Indiana

Gettum Associates Inc

Alan Petersime

Center City Loft Renovation

New Market Builders LLC

Eclectic kitchen, dining and Bar space

Ayelet Designs

Miri Ekshtein

Pinnacle Ridge

Cucina Bella Ltd. - Rebecca Gagne CKD

Shimmery penny tiles, deep cabinetry and earthy wood tops are the perfect finishes for this basement bar.

19th St. Manhattan Beach

Eden LA Furniture and Interiors

__ We had so much fun designing in this Spanish meets beach style with wonderful clients who travel the world with their 3 sons. The clients had excellent taste and ideas they brought to the table, and were always open to Jamie's suggestions that seemed wildly out of the box at the time. The end result was a stunning mix of traditional, Meditteranean, and updated coastal that reflected the many facets of the clients. The bar area downstairs is a sports lover's dream, while the bright and beachy formal living room upstairs is perfect for book club meetings. One of the son's personal photography is tastefully framed and lines the hallway, and custom art also ensures this home is uniquely and divinely designed just for this lovely family. __ Design by Eden LA Interiors Photo by Kim Pritchard Photography

Built-Ins-Butler's Pantry

Jackson Construction Services, Inc.

Patriotic Garage Conversion

Amiano & Son Construction, LLC

This 2 car garage was converted into a mancave/studio for this Veteran. Designed by Anitra Mecadon and sponsored by National Gypsum this once stuffed garage is now a great place for this Veteran to workout and hang out.

Hopkinton Farmstead Renovation

Archambault Construction

Indoor bar built in the newly renovated barn in place of a stall.

Meadow View Lane Residence

Studio M Interiors

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

SKP Design

Mid-sized Home Bar Design Ideas with Wood 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.