With Summer on its way, having a home bar is the perfect setting to host a gathering with family and friends, and having a functional and totally modern home bar will allow you to do so!

Custom Renovation and Addition, Bar

CBI Design Professionals, Inc.

This renovation and addition project, located in Bloomfield Hills, was completed in 2016. A master suite, located on the second floor and overlooking the backyard, was created that featured a his and hers bathroom, staging rooms, separate walk-in-closets, and a vaulted skylight in the hallways. The kitchen was stripped down and opened up to allow for gathering and prep work. Fully-custom cabinetry and a statement range help this room feel one-of-a-kind. To allow for family activities, an indoor gymnasium was created that can be used for basketball, soccer, and indoor hockey. An outdoor oasis was also designed that features an in-ground pool, outdoor trellis, BBQ area, see-through fireplace, and pool house. Unique colonial traits were accentuated in the design by the addition of an exterior colonnade, brick patterning, and trim work. The renovation and addition had to match the unique character of the existing house, so great care was taken to match every detail to ensure a seamless transition from old to new.

Art & The Kitchen

Built To Perfection Inc.

Example of a mid-sized transitional l-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Los Angeles with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash, gray countertops and granite countertops

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Compact Home Bar Features Walnut Top and Liquor Storage Drawers

Bay Area Kitchens

Solid walnut custom cabinetry by Wood-Mode, which features a hand-rubbed gray stain on the 1" thick walnut doors and drawer fronts, features two special liquor storage drawers.

Kensington Project

Inside Design

Here is a basement bar in new construction. Homeowner wanted a real sense of place, more like the feel of a bar and not just a family room basement. Natural light windows and a real attention to fabulous construction and design details got them a great space for entertaining.

Custom Wet Bar off Kitchen

Hammersmith Associates

Example of a small transitional l-shaped dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Boston with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash and subway tile backsplash

KraftMaid: Wet Bar and Wine Storage

KraftMaid

Wet bar won't even begin to describe this bar area created for a couple who entertains as much as possible.
Wet bar - large contemporary l-shaped concrete floor and gray floor wet bar idea in Detroit with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops and gray countertops

White Kitchen Update

Eurowood Custom Cabinetry, Inc.

Inspiration for a small transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar remodel in San Francisco with an undermount sink, white cabinets, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, white countertops and recessed-panel cabinets

Terrace Park Chef's Kitchen

Degnan Design-Build-Remodel

Details make the wine bar perfect: storage for all sorts of beverages, glass front display cabinets, and great lighting. Photography: A&J Photography, Inc.

New Hope Featured Home

River Woodcraft

Inspiration for a mid-sized timeless single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar remodel in Philadelphia with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, wood countertops, multicolored backsplash, brick backsplash and brown countertops

Roswell Renovation

Trademark Building Company

Mimi Erickson
Small elegant single-wall wet bar photo in Atlanta with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets and distressed cabinets

Orono Custom Home

Divine Custom Homes

Large transitional galley ceramic tile and brown floor wet bar photo in Minneapolis with recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, gray backsplash and gray countertops

Kitchen/ dry bar

Geneva Cabinet Gallery

Traditional kitchen design: Tori Johnson AKBD at Geneva Cabinet Gallery RAHOKANSON PHOTOGRAPHY
Wet bar - mid-sized traditional dark wood floor wet bar idea in Chicago with granite countertops, beige backsplash, ceramic backsplash, no sink, recessed-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets

Elegant English Country Home

Kyle Hunt & Partners, Incorporated

Architect: DeNovo Architects, Interior Design: Sandi Guilfoil of HomeStyle Interiors, Landscape Design: Yardscapes, Photography by James Kruger, LandMark Photography

Coastal Transitional Multi-Room Design Annapolis, MD

Reico Kitchen & Bath

Designed by Katherine Dashiell of Reico Kitchen & Bath in Annapolis, MD in collaboration with Emory Construction, this coastal transitional inspired project features cabinet designs for the kitchen, bar, powder room, primary bathroom and laundry room. The kitchen design features Merillat Classic Tolani in a Cotton finish on the perimeter kitchen cabinets. For the kitchen island, the cabinets are Merillat Masterpiece Montresano Rustic Alder in a Husk Suede finish. The design also includes a Kohler Whitehaven sink. The bar design features Green Forest Cabinetry in the Park Place door style with a White finish. The powder room bathroom design features Merillat Classic in the Tolani door style in a Nightfall finish. The primary bathroom design features Merillat Masterpiece cabinets in the Turner door style in Rustic Alder with a Husk Suede finish. The laundry room features Green Forest Cabinetry in the Park Place door style with a Spéciale Grey finish. “This was our second project working with Reico. The overall process is overwhelming given the infinite layout options and design combinations so having the experienced team at Reico listen to our vision and put it on paper was invaluable,” said the client. “They considered our budget and thoughtfully allocated the dollars.” “The team at Reico never balked if we requested a quote in a different product line or a tweak to the layout. The communication was prompt, professional and easy to understand. And of course, the finished product came together beautifully – better than we could have ever imagined! Katherine and Angel at the Annapolis location were our primary contacts and we can’t thank them enough for all of their hard work and care they put into our project.” Photos courtesy of BTW Images LLC.

On Outdoor Oasis

Braen Supply

This steeply sloped property was converted into a backyard retreat through the use of natural and man-made stone. The natural gunite swimming pool includes a sundeck and waterfall and is surrounded by a generous paver patio, seat walls and a sunken bar. A Koi pond, bocce court and night-lighting provided add to the interest and enjoyment of this landscape. This beautiful redesign was also featured in the Interlock Design Magazine. Explained perfectly in ICPI, “Some spa owners might be jealous of the newly revamped backyard of Wayne, NJ family: 5,000 square feet of outdoor living space, complete with an elevated patio area, pool and hot tub lined with natural rock, a waterfall bubbling gently down from a walkway above, and a cozy fire pit tucked off to the side. The era of kiddie pools, Coleman grills and fold-up lawn chairs may be officially over.”

Midnight Magic Bar

Aubrey Costello

Photo Credit: Studio Three Beau
Inspiration for a small contemporary galley porcelain tile and brown floor wet bar remodel in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, quartz countertops, black backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white countertops

Custom Beverage Drawer

Gayler Design Build

Custom pull-out shelving makes finding things a breeze.
Mid-sized transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor dry bar photo in San Francisco with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, marble backsplash and white countertops

FOR SALE: Tanglewood Transitional Estate

Frankel Design Build

Home bar - contemporary medium tone wood floor home bar idea in Houston with recessed-panel cabinets, quartzite countertops, multicolored countertops, medium tone wood cabinets and mirror backsplash

Home Bar with Recessed-Panel Cabinets and Louvered Cabinets 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!

Butler's Pantry Liquor Pullout

Great Rooms Building Group

Dry bar - mid-sized galley dark wood floor and brown floor dry bar idea in Chicago with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, glass tile backsplash and white countertops