Renovating a historic home comes with a little extra responsibility. We custom matched the stained cherry racking, door hardware, and all the details to blend this under the stairs wine cellar seamlessly into its circa-1900 farmhouse surrounds.

Carmelina Ave

Designer Kitchens LA

Fully custom and temperature controlled wine cellar

The Wine Lover's Basement

Carla Bast Design

Custom temperature-controlled wine cellar with exposed brick ceiling.

Cueva Remodel

John West Stoddard, Inc.

The wine cellar is located under the staircase just off the kitchen.

Acacia Transitional

Patterson Custom Homes

Chad Mellon

Under the Stairs Glass Wine Cellar

Builders Glass of Bonita and The Glass Shoppe

Under the stairs All Glass Wine Cellar with vintage view metal racking, white oak ceiling, wall and flooring.

Contemporary Wine Cellar

Norman Park 2

Lindon Homes Pty Ltd

Under stairs wine storage room with glass font

Wine Cellar Door

RHINO STEEL DOORS

Modern climate-controlled steel window door for a client in Encinitas, CA. Insulated steel, dual pane glass, weather seals.

French Influences on an Urban Residence

Stalburg Design

What makes a smaller space shine? In this Butler’s Pantry, our gorgeous dark shaker cabinets frame the view. Wallpaper with texture and a picture light play off the dramatic hardware to give some glam. And the paneled undercounter wine fridge is calling us to come and pour a perfect red!

Contemporary Wine Storage

PentaVia Custom Homes

This STELLAR wine room was designed by Vanguard Studio based in Austin, Texas. This wine room is in our 2018 Dream Home - a show stopping display with steal and glass doors/windows along with custom wine racks. A beautiful display. The light wood floors contrast the black steel.

Private Oakton, VA Residence

Maxine Schnitzer Photography

Interior Design by Sandra Meyers Interiors, Photo by Maxine Schnitzer

Wine Rack

Rutgers Construction Inc

Rutgers Construction Aspen, CO 81611

Wine Cellar, European Oak - London

Sorrells Custom Wine Rooms

Spec: The client purchased a penthouse flat with a traditional style dining area but wanted to incorporate a wine cellar cabinet within the room. The temperature in the space was already controlled by an existing air conditioning system and we proposed to build this into the design to seamlessly blend in with the existing room. Capacity: Up to 500 bottles Features: Bespoke made, oak doors and frames with specialist UV/temperature controlled glass. Combination of sliding wooden displays and linear scallop racking to utilize the restricted depth within some areas of the cabinet with spot light and selected LED lighting throughout. Integrated temperature control system and hidden water-cooled condensing unit, with dining room air-conditioning unit and grill.

Finished Projects

John David Rose Architect, AIA

Sonoma Hillside

Marcus & Willers Architects

2018 Auburn Basement Remodel

Otero Signature Homes

Cueva Remodel

John West Stoddard, Inc.

Hanging wine racks area a great way to display wine as they provide easy access to the bottles and are easy to read when trying to find the right wine to compliment a certain meal!

Plymouth - Contemporary Lower Level Finish

Michels Homes

Interior Design: Jamie Ludens, Studio M Interiors | Photography: Landmark Photography

Basement Under Water

Remanente Design LTD

I helped transform what was once a basement under water to a basement worth entertaining in. The 2013 Calgary flood impacted the lives of so many families, including this particular family home in East Elbow. We were very privileged to work very closely with this family and become lifelong friends. The renovation was truly incredible, considering when we took on this project, the basement was nothing but bare walls and concrete floors. We created a stylish, airy environment by infusing contemporary design with rustic elements. The basement under water transformed into a classy and usable space for this family of four to enjoy together. The design itself comprises an open-concept, a wine cellar, a play area, fitness area, and a beautiful steam-shower bathroom.

Wine Cellar Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors and Vinyl Floors

When you’re an avid wine collector, wine racks don’t always cut it. A wine cellar, on the other hand, can provide ample wine storage within a controlled temperature, and a place to entertain friends. Just add seating and a tasting area to take yours to the next level. You don’t need 500 bottles or more to reap the benefits of a wine cellar, either. A small wine cooler can keep 20-odd bottles chilled to perfection and can sit within your kitchen, whereas a freestanding all-glass wine cellar could act as a feature or functional room divider in your home. Short on space? Transform an entire wall into wine storage, and showcase your collection, too. Browse the photos on Houzz for an array or wine cellar designs, and strike up a conversation with the architect or wine cellar specialist of your favourite picks. For more wine cellar ideas, check out the Stories section on Houzz.

What should I include in my wine cellar?

This depends on the size of your collection – or how big you hope it becomes. If you enjoy quaffing, you may want to invest in a walk-in cooler with wall-mounted wine racks and several tall wine fridges, as well as a tasting area with bar stools. If you’re a beginner or have a small collection, a home bar with mini fridge and wine rack will suffice. Essential bar accessories include wine glasses, corkscrews, carafes and aerators.

How should I store my wine?

Temperature control is at the core of a functional wine cellar. Your bottles need to be kept out of direct sunlight, and away from the heat and steam of kitchen appliances. A room that is too warm will make your wine age faster, oxidise and lose its character and flavour. If bottles are corked, they also need to be laid down. Your architect or designer will be able to help you create the ideal conditions for your home collection.

Where should I position my wine cooler?

The most important thing to consider is ease of access, which is why kitchens are the most common place to position wine coolers. Should you have minimal floor space, a small one could even sit comfortably on your countertop. If quaffing requires an occasion or you frequently host dinner parties, consider your dining room, so you can top up people’s glasses without having to leave the room. You could also make your bar fridge or cooler a destination within your entertainment or games room. There’s no denying that Aussies love to entertain and enjoy a glass or two outdoors, so if you’re lucky enough to have a covered outdoor area, this could be just the place for a cooler, too. Just ensure it doesn’t experience any extreme weather or long periods of direct sunlight.