The Ginesi Speakeasy is the ideal at-home entertaining space. A two-story extension right off this home's kitchen creates a warm and inviting space for family gatherings and friendly late nights.

Bar

R|House Design Build

Garage door liquor cabinet shown closed.

Gaines Way Residence

Matt Manning Surfaces

Hawthorn Woods, IL Project

Matrix Home Solutions

Gloss lacquered cabinets painted in Sherwin Williams' "Inkwell".

Polished Traditional

PB Kitchen Design

The light filled space has large windows and four doors, but works well in the strategically configured floor plan. Generous wall trim, exquisite light fixtures and modern stools create a warm ambiance. In the words of the homeowner, “it is beyond our dreams”.

Barry Street

Gracious Home Interiors

Black coffee or tea bar station in modern new construction home.

Maxwell Farm - Greenville, SC

J. Francis Builders

Trim Color: SW 6385 Dover White; Wall Color: SW 6148 Wool Skein; Cabinet Color: SW 6991 Black Magic; Cabinet Hardware: Top Knobs TK205 Tower Bridge, Polished Chrome; Sink: Elkay SCF16FBSH The Mystic Stainless Steel Sink, Hammered Mirror; Faucet: Danze D151557 Opulence Faucet, Chrome; Countertop & Backsplash: Mont Blanc Quartzite

Lakefront Pool House

Dual Concept Design

A custom designed bar finished in black lacquer, brass details and accented by a mirrored tile backsplash and crystal pendants.

Striking Lake Vista Renovation

Monarch & Maker

Cozy and Charismatic

Vivid Interior Design - Danielle Loven

Photography: Alyssa Lee Photography

Hawthorn Woods, IL Project

Matrix Home Solutions

#TheHighlandsHouse

Alma Homes

Laura Rae Photography

Clean modern Bar

Kathleen Ramsey, Allied ASID

The client wanted a stunning bar with room for a large TV and closed shelving to hide any messes. We lined the back of the bar with the same ledger stone on the TV/Fireplace wall and added accent lighting to rake across the tile. Additionally we used a white Cambria countertop and did a waterfall outside edge on the raised bar. Photo: Matt Kocoureck

Sumner Hill

Image Custom Homes Inc.

Laura Knowles- Fresno

Bucktown

Domain Design

Banister Court Renovation

BGI Design

Town + Country Addition and Renovation

Infinite Home

Our clients had this beautiful idea of creating a space that's as welcoming as it is timeless, where every family gathering feels special, and every room invites you in. Picture a kitchen that's not just for cooking but for connecting, where family baking contests and meals turn into cherished memories. This heart of the home seamlessly flows into the dining and living areas, creating an open, inviting space for everyone to enjoy together. We didn't overlook the essentials – the office and laundry room are designed to keep life running smoothly while keeping you part of the family's daily hustle and bustle. The kids' rooms? We planned them with an eye on the future, choosing designs that will age gracefully as they do. The basement has been reimagined as a versatile sanctuary, perfect for both relaxation and entertainment, balancing rustic charm with a touch of elegance. The master suite is your personal retreat, leading to a peaceful outdoor area ideal for quiet moments. Its bathroom transforms your daily routine into a spa-like experience, blending luxury with tranquility. In essence, we've woven together each space to not just tell our clients' stories but enrich their daily lives with beauty, functionality, and a little outdoor magic. It's all about creating a home that grows and evolves with them. How's that for a place to call home?

Transitional Home Bar Design Ideas with Black Cabinets

A transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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 transitional 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.