This kitchen in Whitehouse Station has glazed off white cabinets, and a distressed green-gray island. Touches of modern and touches of rustic are combined to create a warm, cozy family space.

kitchen in Whitehouse Station

Stone Art Design Home Design Center LLC

This kitchen in Whitehouse Station has glazed off white cabinets, and a distressed green-gray island. Touches of modern and touches of rustic are combined to create a warm, cozy family space.

Galveston St. House

MK Development & Investment LLC

Close-up of the built-in buffet.
Wet bar - mid-sized transitional single-wall medium tone wood floor wet bar idea in DC Metro with no sink, beaded inset cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash and porcelain backsplash

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Rustic Farm House Wet Bar

R J Hoppe Inc

As part of the overall concept for the room this wet bar was created to fit in with the rustic nature of the space. It's primarily made from rough sawn yellow pine with a faux finish applied to it. The top is a wood grain plastic laminate for durability. The inset vinyl panels are of a popular motif used on German pottery. The stools are handcrafted by us as well.

Custom-Made Bar and Wine Cellar

Lignum Custom Woodwork

This project is a piece of heaven made from plain sliced white oak with a matte lacquer finish. We dressed the main bar with a fluted facade, distressed green lacquer finish, and then we attached a brass toe kick. The Back bar blend with a floor to ceiling arched wall paneling. Give us a call if you want one too.

Uricchio Bar

Bay Area Kitchens

With lots of lighted storage space and ample drawer storage space, this bar adds beauty and functionality to their family room.
Example of a mid-sized classic single-wall wet bar design in Houston with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, distressed cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, porcelain backsplash and gray countertops

Home Bar with Distressed Cabinets and Porcelain 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!