White Kitchen, Warm Wood Island with Green Dining Room Cabinets

The wine storage closet was removed to make room for a petite bar/storage area. Mother of Pearl penny tile creates a dramatic backsplash that compliments the recycled chicken glass taken from an old building in New York city.

NANTUCKET, MA - Eel Point Beach House - Bars

DEANE Inc | Distinctive Design & Cabinetry

This destination project features three bars. The Martini bar is on the main floor off the kitchen and shimmers with minimalist luxury. The designer opted to bring the Phillip Jeffries wallpaper up to cover the ceiling, giving the space a jewel-box effect. High-gloss, forest green cabinetry with inlay brass trim satin brass faucet, and brass hardware all shine with the help of LED-lit upper displays. Taj Mahal Quartzite countertops provide worry-free entertaining surfaces.

Wakefield Wine Bar and Fireplace

Griffin Design

Placid Lake Transitional Basement Remodel

Bearded Builders

Placid Lake Transitional Basement Remodel

Bearded Builders

Bar details

Delicious Kitchens & Interiors, LLC

The bar area has custom cabinets with glass doors on the front and sides, perfect for displaying glassware. The sink is copper and the unique faucet is by Kohler. Under the counter are both a beverage refrigerator and an ice maker. Original brick was retained and restored in this historic home circa 1794 located on Charleston's Peninsula South of Broad. Custom cabinetry in a bold finish features fixture finishes in a mix of metals including brass, stainless steel, copper and gold. Photo by Patrick Brickman

Banbury + Ball

Clark + Aldine

At the bar

Delicious Kitchens & Interiors, LLC

White Kitchen, Warm Wood Island with Green Dining Room Cabinets

HTZ Construction

This client's old kitchen was dated and dysfunctional. They hated their peninsula and how small the workspace and kitchen felt with it. They needed more cabinetry and workspace, and wanted a large island to be able to prep and eat at, perfect for family time and entertaining. The white cabinetry, warm wood island, shelving and hood, and bright quartz countertops gives the space an updated contemporary feel that is warm and inviting. In the dining room, the glass mirrored arches were removed and green custom cabinetry installed for a fun look that adds character to the space. We also opened up the stove wall and the mud room wall and door to allow for a better flow into the mud room behind the kitchen.

Belleair Beach Florida

CP Design and Construction

Before - an eye sore bar in the middle of the house, did nothing for the space. We opened up the wall, removed soffit, and extending the space.

Turquoise Home Bar Design Ideas with Green Cabinets

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.