flagstone look slate floor reeded 3-form center panels in upper cabinets
Inspiration for a large contemporary l-shaped slate floor and brown floor seated home bar remodel in Denver with recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and green countertops

Darien Peninsula Home

Michael LoBuglio Architects

Mid-sized beach style single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar photo in New York with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, mirror backsplash and green countertops

Two-Tone Transitional- Beach Haven

Francie Milano Kitchens inc.

This beautiful Wet Bar features Brookhaven "Edgemont Recessed" cabinetry in Alpine White on Maple. Beautiful Glass Paneled cabinet doors. Countertops are "Julia" Soapstone. Photo by John Martinelli.

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1225 Ramona RD Arcadia

Mur-Sol Builders Inc

Inspiration for a transitional galley porcelain tile and beige floor wet bar remodel in Los Angeles with recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops and green countertops

Manger - Bar - Cuisine

Kehoe Wilson Design LLC

Close-up of gold leaf barrel ceiling and matching Niermann Weeks Biarritz pendants hanging in both spaces. Cabinets are painted, repurposed pieces.
Inspiration for a large timeless dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar remodel in Houston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, marble countertops, green backsplash, marble backsplash and green countertops

Provencal Splendor

May Construction, Inc.

The light filled grand kitchen sets the stage for this exquisite French inspired design. Painted maple cabinets, an apron-front sink, and lavish marble island countertop create a sophisticated setting for cooking and socializing alike. Rich in texture and depth, the perimeter walls are lined with an intricate black soapstone backsplash, as the distinctive hand wrapped plaster hood sits proudly above the handsome dual la flange range. While it may be hard to replicate the beauty or the aged patina of a provincial chateau, we embraced and preserved unique features of this home to add gallic charm. The original solid oak front doors were re-stained, resized and purposely re-used as the statement making pantry doors. A pair of hand carved limestone cast fireplaces, warm brass fixtures and an abundance of natural stone add a touch of modern-day style.

Wimbledon

Studio Qasabian

Custom bar and dining storage unit with mirrored backsplash.
Dry bar - victorian single-wall light wood floor and beige floor dry bar idea in London with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble countertops, pink backsplash, mirror backsplash and green countertops

Home Bar with Recessed-Panel Cabinets and Green 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!