Detail work at its finest. ©Finished Basement Company

Deron Basement

Evergreen Building Group, LLC.

The mosaic glass tile, marble countertop, and dark cherry cabinetry make this a stand out basement bar area.

2015 Award of Excellence - 2

Natural Stone Institute

When United Marble Fabricators was hired by builders Adams & Beasley Associates to furnish, fabricate, and install all of the stone and tile in this unique two-story penthouse within the Four Seasons in Boston’s Back Bay, the immediate focus of nearly all parties involved was more on the stunning views of Boston Common than of the stone and tile surfaces that would eventually adorn the kitchen and bathrooms. That entire focus, however, would quickly shift to the meticulously designed first floor wet bar nestled into the corner of the two-story living room. Lewis Interiors and Adams & Beasley Associates designed a wet bar that would attract attention, specifying ¾ inch Honey Onyx for the bar countertop and full-height backsplash. LED panels would be installed behind the backsplash to illuminate the entire surface without creating any “hot spots” traditionally associated with backlighting of natural stone. As the design process evolved, it was decided that the originally specified glass shelves with wood nosing would be replaced with PPG Starphire ultra-clear glass that was to be rabbeted into the ¾ inch onyx backsplash so that the floating shelves would appear to be glowing as they floated, uninterrupted by moldings of any other materials. The team first crafted and installed the backsplash, which was fabricated from shop drawings, delivered to the 15th floor by elevator, and installed prior to any base cabinetry. The countertops were fabricated with a 2 inch mitered edge with an eased edge profile, and a 4 inch backsplash was installed to meet the illuminated full-height backsplash. The spirit of collaboration was alive and well on this project as the skilled fabricators and installers of both stone and millwork worked interdependently with the singular goal of a striking wet bar that would captivate any and all guests of this stunning penthouse unit and rival the sweeping views of Boston Common

Paprika with chocolate glaze and Java / Berkeley & Bradshaw

Blue River Cabinetry Kitchen & Bath

StarMark cherry cabinetry with Paprika stain and chocolate glaze with java island, Cambria Bradshaw island top with waterfall edge, Cambria Berkely with waterfall edge, Kohler Executive Chef sink in sandbar with Vinatta faucet in Vibrant Stainless, KitchenAid stainless steel appliances with Wolf induction cooktop.

Anninger Residence

Creative Kitchens & Baths

Tipton, CA (L11385)

Real Log Homes

Danny Klorman Photography

Kitchens by Hughes Edwards Builders

Hughes Edwards Builders

Kitchens built by Hughes Edwards Builders, Nashville TN

Michelle Gabay-Moore

Great Southern Builders LLC

Chanhassen Outskirts

Loon Architects, LLC

Cumming, GA Custom Build

User

Dave Burroughs

Kitchen Modernism

Lustig Custom Cabinets

Maple cabinetry island with foot detail.

Basement Finishing/Remodeling, Potomac 3, Maryland

BasementRemodeling.com

Natural stain wood cabinetry and a bright blue backsplash.

Overflow Storage in Basement Family Room

Denise Quade Design

A family room is off the basement bar and is the perfect spot for entertaining.

Countertop Projects

Palazzi Bros

Virginia Custom Home Fairfax

DESBUILD CONSTRUCTION INC

Time to relax in your basement level recreation room, home theatre and bar area!

Condo Remodel

The Kitchen and Bath Gallery, Inc

The cabinetry is Crestwood's custom knotty alder wood in the "Fig" stain color. Countertop is Amarillo Boreal granite. Photograph by Patrick Wherritt.

Orange Home Bar Design Ideas with an Undermount Sink

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.