We love finishing basements and this one was no exception. Creating a new family friendly space from dark and dingy is always so rewarding. Tschida Construction facilitated the construction end and we made sure even though it was a small space, we had some big style. The slat stairwell feature males the space feel more open and spacious and the artisan tile in a basketweave pattern elevates the space. Installing luxury vinyl plank on the floor in a warm brown undertone and light wall color also makes the space feel less basement and a more open and airy.

San Carlos Treetop

Cathie Hong Interiors

What started as a kitchen and two-bathroom remodel evolved into a full home renovation plus conversion of the downstairs unfinished basement into a permitted first story addition, complete with family room, guest suite, mudroom, and a new front entrance. We married the midcentury modern architecture with vintage, eclectic details and thoughtful materials.

For the Love of Wood

Christine Suzuki, ASID, LEED AP

The kitchen that speaks in natural woods, textures and colors. You do not have ask what the passion is of these clients. Large sections of contrasting bamboo and walnut woods in a loving dance around the wine bar. Clean contrasting lines of the white ceramic tile and quartz counter, all set on a stage of the Brazilian Cherry floor.

Lakeside Michigan Modern

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Mukwonago Rental Property Remodel

Callen Construction, Inc.

A wet bar is a new addition to the home. It is perfectly placed right off of the kitchen.

Custom Island & Cabinets

Cortese Construction Services Corp.

#Ross_Haus

25:8 Research + Design

A massive kitchen island makes it the perfect place to gather.

Boulevard 2016 Front Cover

Troico

Mid-century Modern | Kitchen and Bath San Diego projects

mid-century courtyard home / laguna niguel

Moss Yaw Design studio

a hidden bar features dark tones and brass hardware, complementing the open kitchen and dining area

Vieille Maison à la Garde Freinet

Nathalie Odiot Architecture d'Intérieur

Mid-Century Modern Whole-Home Renovation | Laguna Niguel

Inspired Remodels

Stunning marble mosaic creates a show stopping feature of this home bar. Featuring two-toned cabinets and quartz countertops to match the nearby kitchen.

Open Kitchen Layout with Stained Reeded Cabinets & White Countertops

The Cleary Company

Transforming a Coal Shoot Cupboard Into a Trendy Wine and Coffee Station

York House Designs

The kitchen presented its own set of challenges. Our clients craved more storage, surface area, and a cosy nook for relaxed conversations over wine. We transformed an outdated, damp coal shoot cupboard into a trendy wine and coffee station, ensuring every inch of the space was utilised

Westlake - Midcentury Modern

LR Design Studio

San Carlos Treetop

Cathie Hong Interiors

Midcentury Home Bar Design Ideas with White Benchtop

A midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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.