Wet Bar with Arched Opening and Glass Fronted Cabinetry

This French country, new construction home features a circular first-floor layout that connects from great room to kitchen and breakfast room, then on to the dining room via a small area that turned out to be ideal for a fully functional bar. Directly off the kitchen and leading to the dining room, this space is perfectly located for making and serving cocktails whenever the family entertains. In order to make the space feel as open and welcoming as possible while connecting it visually with the kitchen, glass cabinet doors and custom-designed, leaded-glass column cabinetry and millwork archway help the spaces flow together and bring in. The space is small and tight, so it was critical to make it feel larger and more open. Leaded-glass cabinetry throughout provided the airy feel we were looking for, while showing off sparkling glassware and serving pieces. In addition, finding space for a sink and under-counter refrigerator was challenging, but every wished-for element made it into the final plan. Photo by Mike Kaskel

Manhattan Penthouse

DW Design Workshop

Wet bar - mid-sized contemporary single-wall wet bar idea in New York with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, stainless steel countertops, green backsplash and gray countertops

Modern San Diego History

Marrokal Design & Remodeling

Dry bar - mid-sized contemporary single-wall medium tone wood floor dry bar idea in San Diego with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and gray countertops

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2200 Sqft, 3 Bed/3 Bath, Central Park West

A. Bollman & Sons.

Athos Kyriakides
Example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in New York with no sink, black cabinets, marble countertops, green backsplash, stone slab backsplash and gray countertops

Bayfront Home Built for Entertaining

Asher Slaunwhite + Partners

A wet bar with an illuminated background wall is set apart from the great room by a glass and iron door system.
Inspiration for a transitional galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar remodel in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, green backsplash, glass sheet backsplash and gray countertops

Parade of Homes Rough Hollow

Texas Hill Country Photography

Example of a small cottage single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Austin with shaker cabinets, white cabinets, green backsplash, matchstick tile backsplash and gray countertops

Modern San Diego History

Marrokal Design & Remodeling

Emerald Diamond Kitchen

Mercury Mosaics and Tile

Alyssa Lee Photography
Example of a transitional single-wall light wood floor and beige floor home bar design in Minneapolis with white cabinets, ceramic backsplash, no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, green backsplash and gray countertops

Austin Victorian

Chango

Austin Victorian by Chango & Co. Architectural Advisement & Interior Design by Chango & Co. Architecture by William Hablinski Construction by J Pinnelli Co. Photography by Sarah Elliott

A closeup of the Tile and Fluted Cabinet Fronts

Arciform

A close up of the reeded cabinet fronts and bar shelving show off the unique palette of this basement bar.
Large eclectic single-wall concrete floor and gray floor wet bar photo in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, ceramic backsplash and gray countertops

Beverage Bar

Anne Holbrook Interior Design

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar remodel in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops, green backsplash, glass tile backsplash and gray countertops

Home Bar with Green Backsplash and Gray 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!