custom floating shelves to display Japanese whiskey collection above dry bar and wine fridge
Example of a trendy single-wall vinyl floor dry bar design in San Francisco with floating shelves, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash and white countertops

Walnut Creek Whole Home Remodel

Rexford Design

custom floating shelves to display Japanese whiskey collection above dry bar and wine fridge
Trendy single-wall vinyl floor dry bar photo in San Francisco with floating shelves, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash and white countertops

Eclectic Style House Remodel

Morey Remodeling Group

Bar area with a mini-refrigerator for extra storage. With the open window to the outside patio to the kitchen, guests and homeowners can enjoy each other's company from both sides.

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Fairfield County Idea House

Karen Berkemeyer Home

Inspiration for a large contemporary single-wall light wood floor and beige floor dry bar remodel in New York with black cabinets, gray backsplash, white countertops, floating shelves and quartzite countertops

Wildwood II

Black Rock Design | Build

Natural wood colored tones in cabinets and wooden floor bring a special warmth and richness to this Wine/Cava room.
Example of a mid-sized trendy galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Other with a drop-in sink, floating shelves, medium tone wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white countertops

Total House Remodel - Scottsdale

S Interior Design

The sit - down bar area clad in custom metal and topped with the same Quartzite stone used in the kitchen. The upper cabinet doors have a metal grid insert that works to repeat the pattern found on the sit down bar walls in a smaller scale. The open shelves have integrated LED lights that add an ambient glow.

Home Bar with Floating Shelves and Quartzite Countertops 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!