Dolphin Terrace | Irvine Terrace, Newport Beach, CA

Seated home bar - mid-sized contemporary single-wall porcelain tile seated home bar idea in Orange County with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash and glass sheet backsplash

Transitional Kitchen Remodel

TaylorPro Design and Remodeling, Inc.

Home bar - huge transitional l-shaped porcelain tile home bar idea in Tampa with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, soapstone countertops, beige backsplash and glass sheet backsplash

Valencia Cove

Atwood Custom Homes

Mid-sized u-shaped light wood floor wet bar photo in Dallas with an undermount sink, white cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash and glass sheet backsplash

Browse By Color

Explore Colors

San Antonio, Texas | Regent Park - Signature Cardinal Media Room Wet Bar

Brightland Homes

Wet bar - mid-sized contemporary single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar idea in Austin with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash and glass sheet backsplash

Devon

Posh Builder

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Monterey Casita

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Mid-sized elegant galley vinyl floor and brown floor wet bar photo in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, glass sheet backsplash and beige countertops

The Ultimate Loft - bar view

Michael Trahan Interior Design

Step into our latest completed project - the ultimate loft experience! This stunning space has it all - a sleek design, impeccable functionality and jaw-dropping views. When ready to unwind, our clients can begin with a game of pool on a beautiful table surrounded by perimeter book shelves filled with literary treasures. They can kick back in luxurious leather motion seating immersing themselves in their favorite TV shows or movies. And when ready to entertain in the stunning ship-lap walled space, the wet bar awaits, serving up refreshing beverages against a backdrop of an awe-inspiring vista. The perfect blend of style, entertainment and relaxation!

Bar Area with Polar White and Aged Walnut finish

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

And when it is time to party - everything is to hand too! The feature wine rack, and shelves with lighting, together with the timber, create a lovely addition to this entertaining area. Multi-tasking spaces at their best.

Lower Plenty Kitchen & Bar

The Kitchen Design Centre

Designer: Michael Simpson; Photographer: Yvonne Menegol
Example of a mid-sized trendy u-shaped light wood floor and brown floor seated home bar design in Melbourne with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, beige cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, glass sheet backsplash and white countertops

Bar Area with Polar White and Aged Walnut finish

Nouvelle Kitchens & Bathrooms

Home Bar with Beige Backsplash and Glass Sheet 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!