This bold blue wet bar remodel in San Juan Capistrano features floating shelves and a beverage center tucked under the countertop with cabinet storage.

Custom bar

Orange & Orange Interior Design

Example of a minimalist medium tone wood floor and black floor home bar design in Atlanta with no sink, floating shelves, black cabinets and mirror backsplash

Bold Black and White Modern Kitchen

Parcels Design Studio

This modern kitchen proves that black and white does not have to be boring, but can truly be BOLD! The wire brushed oak cabinets were painted black and white add texture while the aluminum trim gives it undeniably modern look. Don't let appearances fool you this kitchen was built for cooks, featuring all Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances including a retractable down draft vent hood.

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Feeling Blue? : Mini Bar

Tamara Day Design

Dry bar - transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor dry bar idea in Kansas City with no sink, floating shelves, black cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash and multicolored countertops

Marshall St. Bar +

LaBonte Construction

Small trendy single-wall light wood floor and brown floor dry bar photo in Milwaukee with no sink, floating shelves, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash and black countertops

Marshall St. Bar +

LaBonte Construction

Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall light wood floor and brown floor dry bar remodel in Milwaukee with no sink, floating shelves, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash and black countertops

Home Bar Seating Area

Dedico Design

Inspiration for a contemporary galley seated home bar remodel in Other with no sink, floating shelves, dark wood cabinets, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, mirror backsplash and multicolored countertops

Firethorne Club Kitchen, Bar & Morning Room Redesign

ReVision Design/Remodeling

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Small country single-wall dry bar photo in Charlotte with no sink, floating shelves, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash and white countertops

Modern Basement Remodel

Drury Design

A young growing family purchased a great home in Chicago’s West Bucktown, right by Logan Square. It had good bones. The basement had been redone at some point, but it was due for another refresh. It made sense to plan a mindful remodel that would acommodate life as the kids got older. “A nice place to just hang out” is what the owners told us they wanted. “You want your kids to want to be in your house. When friends are over, you want them to have a nice space to go to and enjoy.” Design Objectives: Level up the style to suit this young family Add bar area, desk, and plenty of storage Include dramatic linear fireplace Plan for new sectional Improve overall lighting THE REMODEL Design Challenges: Awkward corner fireplace creates a challenge laying out furniture No storage for kids’ toys and games Existing space was missing the wow factor – it needs some drama Update the lighting scheme Design Solutions: Remove the existing corner fireplace and dated mantle, replace with sleek linear fireplace Add tile to both fireplace wall and tv wall for interest and drama Include open shelving for storage and display Create bar area, ample storage, and desk area THE RENEWED SPACE The homeowners love their renewed basement. It’s truly a welcoming, functional space. They can enjoy it together as a family, and it also serves as a peaceful retreat for the parents once the kids are tucked in for the night.

Maine Lake House

Big Wheel Design Co.

Coffee Bar
Danish single-wall dry bar photo in Portland Maine with no sink, floating shelves, quartz countertops and gray countertops

Home Bar Design

Jennifer Suzanne Interiors

Home Bar Design, close up of chandlier
Example of a mid-sized eclectic painted wood floor and gray floor home bar design in West Midlands with no sink, floating shelves, black cabinets, wood countertops and mirror backsplash

Un chalet para confinarse

INteriors by Alicia Clariana

Antecocina diseñada como zona de buffet o bar con vinoteca, barra alta de oxirion para sentarse y acceso al patio trasero
Inspiration for a large contemporary galley medium tone wood floor seated home bar remodel in Madrid with no sink, floating shelves, gray cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash and white countertops

Countryside Condo

Rita Saliba

Inspiration for a mid-sized modern u-shaped limestone floor and beige floor seated home bar remodel with no sink, floating shelves, brown cabinets, wood countertops and brown countertops

Pièce à vivre avec une touche industrielle.

My Home Transformation

Rénovation d'une pièce à vivre avec un nouvel espace BAR et une nouvelle cuisine adaptée aux besoins de ses occupants. Décoration choisie avec un style industriel accentué dans l'espace salle à manger, mais nous avons choisie une cuisine blanche afin de conserver une luminosité importante et de ne pas surcharger l'effet industriel.

Private Residence, Berkshire, Home Bar

Barclay Interiors Ltd

A contemporary home bar with a marble top, bespoke lighting design, and accented orange chairs. The patterned wallpaper and wooden shelves add a textured effect to the space.

Custom bar

Orange & Orange Interior Design

Example of a minimalist medium tone wood floor and black floor home bar design in Atlanta with no sink, floating shelves, black cabinets and mirror backsplash

Marshall St. Bar +

LaBonte Construction

Example of a small trendy single-wall light wood floor and brown floor dry bar design in Milwaukee with no sink, floating shelves, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, beige backsplash and black countertops

Feeling Blue? : Mini Bar

Tamara Day Design

Example of a transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor dry bar design in Kansas City with no sink, floating shelves, black cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash and multicolored countertops

Custom bar

Orange & Orange Interior Design

Minimalist medium tone wood floor and black floor home bar photo in Atlanta with no sink, floating shelves, black cabinets and mirror backsplash

Home Bar with No Sink and Floating Shelves 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!