Example of a 1950s dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar design in Charleston with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, blue cabinets, quartz countertops, mirror backsplash and white countertops

Mid-century Modern Rambler in Richmond Beach

Polymath Properties LLC

Mid-century modern galley dark wood floor and brown floor wet bar photo in Seattle with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartzite countertops, brown backsplash, wood backsplash and gray countertops

Mid Century Bar with Fish Tank

Shrewsbury Craftsmen llc

Michael Aufiero
Example of a mid-sized 1950s medium tone wood floor home bar design in New York with a drop-in sink, beige cabinets, granite countertops, multicolored backsplash and glass tile backsplash

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Midcentury Style Remodeling House in Diamond Bar

Bluehaus Interiors

Bluehaus Interiors
Small 1960s single-wall dark wood floor wet bar photo in Los Angeles with a drop-in sink, beaded inset cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash and mosaic tile backsplash

A.C. Master Bath

Design REMODEL Pros

Inspiration for a small mid-century modern single-wall medium tone wood floor and black floor wet bar remodel in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and white countertops

Wyndmoor Modern

BAKER POSEY DESIGN

this home brewer and professional brewer need a space to showcase his passion
Inspiration for a mid-sized 1950s light wood floor and brown floor seated home bar remodel in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash and white countertops

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Fratantoni Interior Designers

Luxury homes with elegant lighting by Fratantoni Interior Designers. Follow us on Pinterest, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for more inspirational photos!

A.C. Master Bath

Design REMODEL Pros

Example of a small 1960s single-wall medium tone wood floor and black floor wet bar design in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and white countertops

Stable Conversion

SHED Architecture & Design

Mark Woods
Small mid-century modern single-wall concrete floor wet bar photo in Seattle with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, wood countertops and white backsplash

A.C. Master Bath

Design REMODEL Pros

Example of a small 1950s single-wall medium tone wood floor and black floor wet bar design in Dallas with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, blue cabinets, quartzite countertops, gray backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and white countertops

Stable Conversion

SHED Architecture & Design

Mark Woods
Wet bar - small mid-century modern single-wall concrete floor wet bar idea in Seattle with white cabinets, wood countertops, white backsplash, a drop-in sink and flat-panel cabinets

Eichler - Inspired Home

Carmit Oron Interior Design

Mid-sized mid-century modern single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor home bar photo in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white countertops

Californian Mid Century House

Oneshot Design

Large mid-century modern l-shaped carpeted and beige floor seated home bar photo in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, wood countertops, gray backsplash and wood backsplash

House on Taylor's Branch

Ashby Collective

Small 1950s l-shaped ceramic tile and blue floor wet bar photo in Austin with a drop-in sink, solid surface countertops, multicolored backsplash, stone tile backsplash and gray countertops

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Fox Home Innovations

Example of a mid-sized 1950s single-wall ceramic tile wet bar design in Wichita with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, soapstone countertops, multicolored backsplash and stone tile backsplash

Hillside

Tosti Design

Small 1950s galley travertine floor and white floor wet bar photo in San Diego with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, marble countertops, red backsplash and marble backsplash

Atomic Ranch MCM Main House

Breathe Design Studio

Our Austin studio decided to go bold with this project by ensuring that each space had a unique identity in the Mid-Century Modern style bathroom, butler's pantry, and mudroom. We covered the bathroom walls and flooring with stylish beige and yellow tile that was cleverly installed to look like two different patterns. The mint cabinet and pink vanity reflect the mid-century color palette. The stylish knobs and fittings add an extra splash of fun to the bathroom. The butler's pantry is located right behind the kitchen and serves multiple functions like storage, a study area, and a bar. We went with a moody blue color for the cabinets and included a raw wood open shelf to give depth and warmth to the space. We went with some gorgeous artistic tiles that create a bold, intriguing look in the space. In the mudroom, we used siding materials to create a shiplap effect to create warmth and texture – a homage to the classic Mid-Century Modern design. We used the same blue from the butler's pantry to create a cohesive effect. The large mint cabinets add a lighter touch to the space. --- Project designed by the Atomic Ranch featured modern designers at Breathe Design Studio. From their Austin design studio, they serve an eclectic and accomplished nationwide clientele including in Palm Springs, LA, and the San Francisco Bay Area. For more about Breathe Design Studio, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/atomic-ranch

Wyndmoor Modern

BAKER POSEY DESIGN

this home brewer and professional brewer need a space to showcase his passion
Mid-sized 1950s light wood floor and brown floor seated home bar photo in Philadelphia with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, quartzite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash and white countertops

Vestavia Lake Whole Home

Highland Design+Build

Small 1960s single-wall light wood floor and brown floor wet bar photo in Birmingham with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, laminate countertops and black countertops

Mid-Century Modern Home Bar with a Drop-In Sink 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 mid-century modern 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 1950s 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 1960s barroom or cantina. For portable options, try a fun bar cart.

What mid-century modern home bar furniture should I get?

Choose furniture that will coordinate well with the rest of your home’s 1950s 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 mid-century modern home bar?

Accessorizing is the fun part of finalizing retro home bar designs. Find a theme that you want to incorporate — think about what you might see at your favorite mod 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 mid-century modern 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!

Home Bar Area

Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling

Living room and home bar's arched entryways, pendant lighting, and wood flooring.
Huge 1960s u-shaped medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar photo in Phoenix with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, black cabinets, marble countertops, black backsplash, stone tile backsplash and white countertops