Transitional kitchen with large island in Chicago Suburb

Home bar - large transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor home bar idea in Chicago with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash and glass tile backsplash

Woodmere, NY Kitchen, MU1301

Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc. (CKD, CBD, CR)

kitchendesigns.com - Designed by Mario Mulea at Kitchen Designs by Ken Kelly, Inc.
Home bar - mid-sized eclectic l-shaped ceramic tile home bar idea in New York with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash, an undermount sink and quartz countertops

Lantern House on the River

Cannarsa Structure and Design

Inspiration for a transitional carpeted and gray floor wet bar remodel in Grand Rapids with shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, brown backsplash, glass tile backsplash and gray countertops

Browse By Color

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Project 505 Ranch @ Cedar Creek Lake

Delaney's Design

Golf simulator room off the game room.
Seated home bar - large contemporary galley light wood floor and beige floor seated home bar idea in Dallas with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash and gray countertops

Great Room Bar with "Glass Doors and Mirrored Backsplash ~ Medina, OH

Cabinet-S-Top

In this great room, we updated the bar with Design-Craft Dana Pointe door style with a flat center panel in White Icing with a custom white interior. The countertop is Cambria Ella and the backsplash is a Beveled Paris Gray Hexagon Glass Tile.

Prestonshire

The Hill Group

Example of a large trendy l-shaped light wood floor wet bar design in Dallas with flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, solid surface countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash and white countertops

Fossil Creek Bar

Haven Design and Construction

This small but practical bar packs a bold design punch. It's complete with wine refrigerator, icemaker, a liquor storage cabinet pullout and a bar sink. LED lighting provides shimmer to the glass cabinets and metallic backsplash tile, while a glass and gold chandelier adds drama. Quartz countertops provide ease in cleaning and peace of mind against wine stains. The arched entry ways lead to the kitchen and dining areas, while the opening to the hallway provides the perfect place to walk up and converse at the bar.

Wellborn Cabinetry Collection

Finkbone Remodeling and Construction Inc.

Example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall vinyl floor and multicolored floor wet bar design in Other with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash and glass tile backsplash

Custom Built Luxury Residence in Thousand Palms, CA

So-Cal Builders

Large elegant single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar photo in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash and glass tile backsplash

Green Home Bar with Glass Tile Backsplash Ideas

Everyone has their favorite spot to enjoy a glass of wine or a shot of whiskey. For some people, that spot is right in the comfort of their own home bar. In-home bars can act as a central hub for entertainment, and can easily bring with them the fun atmosphere of a tavern or cocktail lounge. When browsing photos for home bar ideas, ask yourself the following questions to make sure you create exactly what you want and need:

I want to build a home bar. Where do I start?

First, pick a location. Generally, people will build a basement bar or corner bar in an area near the kitchen or dining room. If you are limited in terms of available indoor space, an outdoor bar is an excellent option, especially during warmer seasons. Once you have secured a location, decide on what functionality you want to include in your space, such as sinks, storage and refrigeration. This will help you with the overall layout of your home bar design, and then you can start picking materials and finishes that will coordinate with the rest of the space.

Do I need a wet bar or portable bar?

Including a sink in the functionality of your new watering hole makes it a wet bar. Sinks are convenient for home bars if you choose a location far from your kitchen. Don’t need running water? You might think about going with one of the many portable home bar design ideas, which will enable you to conveniently turn any space in your house into a barroom or cantina. For portable options, try a fun bar cart.

What home bar furniture should I get?

Choose furniture that will coordinate well with the rest of your home’s decor. Seating and storage are essential to home bar designs, so look for bar stools and a liquor cabinet of some sort. If you are creating a freestanding station instead of using existing countertops, you will need a bar table, which are taller and shallower than regular dining tables. Check that your stool and table height work together before you finalize any home bar designs. Once you’ve found all of the right furniture pieces, you can implement your favorite decorative elements based on the home bar ideas that inspire you the most.

How should I decorate my home bar?

Accessorizing is the fun part of finalizing home bar designs. Find a theme that you want to incorporate — think about what you might see at your favorite pub or alehouse. There are infinite bar decorating ideas to choose from, but don’t stress too much about finding the right barware pieces, as these are easy to change out. Bottle openers, decanters, ice buckets, cocktail shakers and glassware are a few of the functional accessories to remember to pick up. Coasters, neon lights or signage are all great home bar ideas that will help you achieve the look you want, whether it’s a futuristic lounge or a historical saloon. Last, but not least, don’t forget to stock up on your beverage of choice!