The lighting design in this rustic barn with a modern design was the designed and built by lighting designer Mike Moss. This was not only a dream to shoot because of my love for rustic architecture but also because the lighting design was so well done it was a ease to capture. Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery

0340 New Residence

Bouril Design Studio, LLC

Large elegant galley porcelain tile seated home bar photo in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash and stone tile backsplash

French Flair Wet Bar

Wildwood Designs, Inc.

This home wet bar features solid black walnut raised panels with custom, diamond shaped panels.
Large elegant l-shaped wet bar photo in Orange County with raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartzite countertops and gray countertops

Gothic Kitchen Remodel in Hyde Park

Neal's Design Remodel

A cramped butler's pantry was opened up into a bar area with plenty of storage space and adjacent to a wine cooler. Bar countertop is Petro Magma Granite, cabinets are Brookhaven in Ebony on Oak. Other cabinets in the kitchen are white on maple; the contrast is a nice way to separate space within the same room. Neals Design Remodel Robin Victor Goetz

Shangrila - Marin County, CA

BK Interior Design

A 1958 Bungalow that had been left for ruin—the perfect project for me and my husband. We updated only what was needed while revitalizing many of the home's mid-century elements. Photo By: Airyka Rockefeller

Custom Wet Bars

Zawadski Homes Inc.

Wet Bar with full refrigerator, wine rack and bar seating.
Inspiration for a large rustic galley ceramic tile and brown floor wet bar remodel in Minneapolis with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, beige backsplash, stone tile backsplash and brown countertops

Family Retreat with Hidden Surprises

InFocus Designs

Large transitional l-shaped laminate floor and brown floor wet bar photo in Chicago with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, stone tile backsplash and white countertops

Garnett basement design

Yours Truly, Interior Design LLC.

Seated home bar - large transitional galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor seated home bar idea in Kansas City with brown backsplash, stone tile backsplash and black countertops

Bloomfield Hills, MI Basement Renovation

MainStreet Design Build

We were lucky to work with a blank slate in this nearly new home. Keeping the bar as the main focus was critical. With elements like the gorgeous tin ceiling, custom finished distressed black wainscot and handmade wood bar top were the perfect complement to the reclaimed brick walls and beautiful beam work. With connections to a local artist who handcrafted and welded the steel doors to the built-in liquor cabinet, our clients were ecstatic with the results. Other amenities in the bar include the rear wall of stainless built-ins, including individual refrigeration, freezer, ice maker, a 2-tap beer unit, dishwasher drawers and matching Stainless Steel sink base cabinet.

Classic Charisma

Coyle Carpet One Floor & Home

Backsplash by Daltile - series: Season Wood 6"x48", color: Winter Spruce (unpolished) with grout color: Mobe Pearl • Tile Floor by Shaw Floors - series: Everwell Bay 8"x36", color: Stingray with grout color: Misty Gray • Cabinets by Aspect - species: Maple, color: Tundra • Countertop by Viatera - Minuet

Bar

Ken Otke Construction Company

Wet bar - large farmhouse galley ceramic tile and multicolored floor wet bar idea in Other with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, glass sheet backsplash, gray countertops and laminate countertops

California Coastal Contemporary

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Photography by: Grey Crawford
Example of a large beach style galley home bar design in Los Angeles with shaker cabinets and medium tone wood cabinets

Avington

Visbeen Architects

Inspiration for a large transitional u-shaped porcelain tile and beige floor wet bar remodel in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, metal backsplash and black countertops

Showplace Cabinets - Living Room

Showplace Cabinetry

Door style: Covington | Species: Lyptus | Finish: Distressed Truffle with Ebony glaze The lower-level rec room is anchored by this beautiful bar created entirely with Showplace Lyptus. The soaring creation above the bar is a creative stacking of multiple Showplace moldings and components. The paneling is also created with Showplace Lyptus. Note the many beautiful and functional details, like the criss-cross wine rack, the corbels, and the fluted columns -- all in lovely and expressive Lyptus. Learn more about Showplace and our commitment to environmental excellence: http://www.showplacewood.com/Home/envpol/SWP.envpol.html

Serrano Luxury

Nar Design Group

In this luxurious Serrano home, a mixture of matte glass and glossy laminate cabinetry plays off the industrial metal frames suspended from the dramatically tall ceilings. Custom frameless glass encloses a wine room, complete with flooring made from wine barrels. Continuing the theme, the back kitchen expands the function of the kitchen including a wine station by Dacor. In the powder bathroom, the lipstick red cabinet floats within this rustic Hollywood glam inspired space. Wood floor material was designed to go up the wall for an emphasis on height. The upstairs bar/lounge is the perfect spot to hang out and watch the game. Or take a look out on the Serrano golf course. A custom steel raised bar is finished with Dekton trillium countertops for durability and industrial flair. The same lipstick red from the bathroom is brought into the bar space adding a dynamic spice to the space, and tying the two spaces together.

City of Naples

Mark Nourse Construction

Large trendy l-shaped porcelain tile and beige floor wet bar photo in Miami with an undermount sink, glass countertops and white backsplash

Lower Level Wet Bar

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Wet bar - large modern single-wall medium tone wood floor wet bar idea in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash, gray cabinets and gray countertops

Devon Butler Pantry New Construction

Cullen Construction Inc.

Large elegant galley medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar photo in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, green cabinets, wood countertops, mirror backsplash and brown countertops

Kitchen Renovation

AJ Margulis Interiors

A complete renovation of a 90's kitchen featuring a gorgeous blue Lacanche range. The cabinets were designed by AJ Margulis Interiors and built by St. Joseph Trim and Cabinet Company.

Ultimate Man Cave

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Cynthia Lynn
Example of a large transitional single-wall dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Chicago with glass-front cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops and white countertops

Large Home Bar 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!