North Oaks - Transitional Total Home Remodel

Example of a mid-sized transitional single-wall ceramic tile and gray floor wet bar design in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, granite backsplash and black countertops

Loft Living

Cheryl Chenault Interiors, Inc.

Bar Area with built in Perlick Wine Refrigerator and pull out lower liquor cabinet storage.
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall light wood floor wet bar remodel in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, granite countertops, black backsplash, granite backsplash and black countertops

Stately Elegance for the Modern Family

HQ Architects

Seated home bar - huge transitional single-wall ceramic tile and multicolored floor seated home bar idea in Denver with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, granite backsplash and gray countertops

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Red Oak Remodeling

Mid-sized transitional single-wall laminate floor and gray floor home bar photo in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, granite backsplash and gray countertops

12203 - Caledonia Leathered Granite Project

Kitchen Stone Design LLC

Caledonia Leathered granite, eased edge, stainless steel, undermount sink.
Inspiration for a small galley light wood floor and brown floor home bar remodel in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, granite backsplash and gray countertops

Wine bar, Living Room, & Powder Bath

Partners in Renovation

Built new cabinetry in bar area, removed walls, installed support beams, faux wood beam, wine racks, floating shelving, tile & granite backsplash, undermount sink, rose gold faucet

Antiqued Elegance in Willowcreek Ranch

By Design Interiors, Inc.

The wine bar is dressed in a moody sage grasscloth wallcovering and features a beautiful granite slab as the inspiration for the whole room. Sparkles of gold, art, and an antiqued mirrored light fixture complete the design

Lake George

Paradox Surfaces, INC.

Inspiration for a huge timeless single-wall wet bar remodel in New York with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, black backsplash, granite backsplash and black countertops

Transitional Suburban Haven, Full Home Design

User

Dry bar - transitional single-wall dry bar idea in Other with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, orange backsplash, granite backsplash and black countertops

Arch Designs | Balboa Oak, Hallmark Floors

Hallmark Floors

Modern butlers pantry with arched entry doorway. Floors: Alta Vista Collection, Balboa Oak. Design: Black Birch Homes
Example of a large minimalist single-wall light wood floor and multicolored floor dry bar design in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash, granite backsplash and multicolored countertops

various ruebl houses

Interior Changes home design & consulting

The lower level recreation area has a second kitchen with casual seating area and two sided fireplace. The wood herringbone ceiling over the table is repeated over the billiards area. The stone floor and all natural materials enhance the rustic character of the home.

Washoe Valley Farmhouse

HK Designs

This small space provided an opportunity to build in a cozy bar off the Family Room. Built in shelving inside the niche keeps the bottles less visible but plenty of storage. Leathered Black Titanium Granite is an elegant statement for the bar countertop and backsplash

Custom Designed Cabinetry

Camille Self Designs

Custom bar/media center for the newly converted living room.
Elegant medium tone wood floor home bar photo in Phoenix with recessed-panel cabinets, granite countertops, granite backsplash and brown countertops

Lake George

Paradox Surfaces, INC.

Antiqued Elegance in Willowcreek Ranch

By Design Interiors, Inc.

Home Bar with Recessed-Panel Cabinets and Granite 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!