Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor home bar remodel in Little Rock with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash and white countertops

Wet bar - large coastal galley light wood floor wet bar idea in San Francisco with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite countertops, multicolored backsplash, limestone backsplash and white countertops

Cabinets: Kemp Cabinetry, Shaker style in a Maple custom color 0846-1690. Glass Cabinets: Waterglass. Hardware: Top Knobs, Barrington Channing Cup Pulls and Pulls in Honey Bronze. Backsplash: Soho Studio, Reflection Arctic Glam Superwhite Frosted Glass with Inverted Beveled Mirror in a herringbone pattern. Grout: Tec, Silverado. Countertops: Cambria quartz in Mayfair with an eased edge. Sink: Blanco Diamond Metallic Gray Silgranit Undermount Sink.

Brian Covington
Inspiration for a large rustic u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor seated home bar remodel in Los Angeles with no sink, open cabinets, blue cabinets, red backsplash, quartzite countertops and brick backsplash

A colorful and bold bar addition to a neutral space. The clean contemporary under cabinet lighting inlayed in the floating distressed wood shelves adds a beautiful detail. Photo Credit: Bob Fortner

Colorful built-in cabinetry creates a multifunctional space in this Tampa condo. The bar section features lots of refrigerated and temperature controlled storage as well as a large display case and countertop for preparation. The additional built-in space offers plenty of storage in a variety of sizes and functionality.

Kim Pritchard
Example of a mid-sized cottage u-shaped light wood floor and brown floor seated home bar design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash and marble backsplash

Wet bar - mid-sized traditional u-shaped dark wood floor wet bar idea in New York with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash and an undermount sink

Wet bar - small single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar idea in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, mirror backsplash and white countertops

Todd Yarrington
Wet bar - mid-sized transitional galley medium tone wood floor wet bar idea in Columbus with an undermount sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops and mirror backsplash

Cabinets: Kemp Cabinetry, Shaker style in a Maple custom color 0846-1690. Glass Cabinets: Waterglass. Hardware: Top Knobs, Barrington Channing Cup Pulls and Pulls in Honey Bronze. Backsplash: Soho Studio, Reflection Arctic Glam Superwhite Frosted Glass with Inverted Beveled Mirror in a herringbone pattern. Grout: Tec, Silverado. Countertops: Cambria quartz in Mayfair with an eased edge. Sink: Blanco Diamond Metallic Gray Silgranit Undermount Sink.

Example of a 1950s dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Charleston with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, mirror backsplash and white countertops

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Inspiration for a small coastal galley dark wood floor seated home bar remodel in Boston with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, glass tile backsplash and white countertops

Large eclectic single-wall light wood floor seated home bar photo in Grand Rapids with no sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, wood backsplash and white countertops

Example of a large minimalist dark wood floor and brown floor home bar design in DC Metro with shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white countertops

Wet bar - large coastal galley porcelain tile and brown floor wet bar idea in Dallas with an undermount sink, glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, mirror backsplash and white countertops

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional gray floor home bar remodel in St Louis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white countertops

Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW For many, extra time at home during COVID left them wanting more from their homes. Whether you realized the shortcomings of your space or simply wanted to combat boredom, a well-designed and functional home was no longer a want, it became a need. Tina found herself wanting more from her Old Irving Park home and reached out to The Kitchen Studio about adding function to her kitchen to make the most of the available real estate. At the end of the day, there is nothing better than returning home to a bright and happy space you love. And this kitchen wasn’t that for Tina. Dark and dated, with a palette from the past and features that didn’t make the most of the available square footage, this remodel required vision and a fresh approach to the space. Lead designer, Stephanie Cole’s main design goal was better flow, while adding greater functionality with organized storage, accessible open shelving, and an overall sense of cohesion with the adjoining family room. The original kitchen featured a large pizza oven, which was rarely used, yet its footprint limited storage space. The nearby pantry had become a catch-all, lacking the organization needed in the home. The initial plan was to keep the pizza oven, but eventually Tina realized she preferred the design possibilities that came from removing this cumbersome feature, with the goal of adding function throughout the upgraded and elevated space. Eliminating the pantry added square footage and length to the kitchen for greater function and more storage. This redesigned space reflects how she lives and uses her home, as well as her love for entertaining. The kitchen features a classic, clean, and timeless palette. White cabinetry, with brass and bronze finishes, contrasts with rich wood flooring, and lets the large, deep blue island in Woodland’s custom color Harbor – a neutral, yet statement color – draw your eye. The kitchen was the main priority. In addition to updating and elevating this space, Tina wanted to maximize what her home had to offer. From moving the location of the patio door and eliminating a window to removing an existing closet in the mudroom and the cluttered pantry, the kitchen footprint grew. Once the floorplan was set, it was time to bring cohesion to her home, creating connection between the kitchen and surrounding spaces. The color palette carries into the mudroom, where we added beautiful new cabinetry, practical bench seating, and accessible hooks, perfect for guests and everyday living. The nearby bar continues the aesthetic, with stunning Carrara marble subway tile, hints of brass and bronze, and a design that further captures the vibe of the kitchen. Every home has its unique design challenges. But with a fresh perspective and a bit of creativity, there is always a way to give the client exactly what they want [and need]. In this particular kitchen, the existing soffits and high slanted ceilings added a layer of complexity to the lighting layout and upper perimeter cabinets. While a space needs to look good, it also needs to function well. This meant making the most of the height of the room and accounting for the varied ceiling features, while also giving Tina everything she wanted and more. Pendants and task lighting paired with an abundance of natural light amplify the bright aesthetic. The cabinetry layout and design compliments the soffits with subtle profile details that bring everything together. The tile selections add visual interest, drawing the eye to the focal area above the range. Glass-doored cabinets further customize the space and give the illusion of even more height within the room. While her family may be grown and out of the house, Tina was focused on adding function without sacrificing a stunning aesthetic and dreamy finishes that make the kitchen the gathering place of any home. It was time to love her kitchen again, and if you’re wondering what she loves most, it’s the niche with glass door cabinetry and open shelving for display paired with the marble mosaic backsplash over the range and complimenting hood. Each of these features is a stunning point of interest within the kitchen – both brag-worthy additions to a perimeter layout that previously felt limited and lacking. Whether your remodel is the result of special needs in your home or simply the excitement of focusing your energy on creating a fun new aesthetic, we are here for it. We love a good challenge because there is always a way to make a space better – adding function and beauty simultaneously.

A colorful and bold bar addition to a neutral space. The clean contemporary under cabinet lighting inlayed in the floating distressed wood shelves adds a beautiful detail. Photo Credit: Bob Fortner