Designer: Logan Stark Photos: Irish Luck Productions Tile Design: Trappings Studio, Melina Datsopoulos General Contractor: Andrew Schwartz, ARR Enterprise Classic French style kitchen with painted flat-panel Columbia Cabinets around the perimeter in French white with charcoal glaze, a shale stain on raised panel Columbia cabinetry on the island. Silestone countertops throughout; Quarry Collection Calacatta Marble tile backsplash in the kitchen and bar, and Quarry Collection Nova Blue Limestone floors.

Larchmont, NY

color theory Boston

Michael J Lee

Relocated Family Oasis

Regarding Design

The scenic village of Mountain Brook Alabama, known for its hills, scenic trails and quiet tree-lined streets. The family found a charming traditional 2-story brick house that was newly built. The trick was to make it into a home. How the family would move throughout the home on a daily basis was the guiding principle in creating dedicated spots for crafting, homework, two separate offices, family time and livable outdoor space that is used year round. Out of the chaos of relocation, an oasis emerged. Leveraging a simple white color palette, layers of texture, organic materials and an occasional pop of color, a sense of polished comfort comes to life.

King City 2 Project

Dellfina Homes

Servery. Swinging door/butler into dining room. also walks into walk in pantry, kitchen and mudroom

Drake Tower Apartment

Howells Architecture + Design

Located next to Chicago's iconic Drake Hotel in the Drake Tower, this 2-bedroom pied-à-terre received a comprehensive renovation, with architecture and interior design by Michael Howells. Appointments are colorful and fresh, but also evoke the Drake’s classic origins, aiming to strike a timeless balance between contemporary and traditional. Lighting is Art Deco-inspired, by the renowned Parisian firm Atelier Jean Perzel. The custom fireplace screen was designed by Michael Howells. Photos by Werner Straube.

Calacatta Verde Wall Feature

V I V A L D I Lifestyles

2 bookmatched slabs of Calacatta Verde Marble, purchased from Vivaldi The Stone Boutique, serving as a custom wall feature for this home bar located in Houston, Texas. Photo and design courtesy of Missy Stewart Design. VIVALDI The Stone Boutique Granite | Onyx | Quartzite | Onyx | Semi-Precius | Marble

Bar

Mindframe Inc

The walnut appointed bar cabinets are topped by a black marble counter too. The bar is lit through a massive glass wall that opens into a below grade patio. The wall of the bar is adorned by a stunning pieces of artwork, a light resembling light sabers.

Upper Arlington countertops- contract work done by The Bellepoint Company

Distinctive Marble and Granite

Bradshaw Photography

Christopher Delaney

photography: Paul Grdina

Hicks st- Brooklyn heights

Star Renovations NY

Full custom wine bar with a utility sink

Neman

Euroconcepts

Living Room

Angie Schwab Interiors LLC

Using the existing space we incorporated style and design choices to achieve the client's preferred eclectic style. After the space was emptied the maple floors were given new life with a complete refinish. We designed custom cabinetry that was then made by local Amish craftsmen. A combination of stained cherry and painted maple cabinets are used and five different countertop surfaces were installed. Careful thought was given to a balance of black and white with the warmth of the wood tones and the textured stone.

Oakland Place

Peters Design Co

Davidson Road Addition

The Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists

Inset cabinetry

Kitchens By Torrone

Grand Lake

Ashwood Designs and Custom Homes

Cargile Photography

Upper West Side Townhouse

Abelow Sherman Architects LLC

Brett Beyer Photography

Hit The Lights

SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.

photography: Paul Grdina

Small Home Bar Design Ideas with Marble 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.