Situated on prime waterfront slip, the Pine Tree House could float we used so much wood. This project consisted of a complete package. Built-In lacquer wall unit with custom cabinetry & LED lights, walnut floating vanities, credenzas, walnut slat wood bar with antique mirror backing.

Classic Urban

Vernon Wentz

This is a wonderful mid century modern with the perfect color mix of furniture and accessories. Built by Classic Urban Homes Photography by Vernon Wentz of Ad Imagery

Wet Bar

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Wet bar - mid-century modern light wood floor wet bar idea in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and gray countertops

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Bluebell

Acadian House Design & Renovation

Julep Studios
Mid-sized 1960s galley porcelain tile and white floor wet bar photo in New Orleans with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash and gray countertops

Bluebell

Acadian House Design & Renovation

Julep Studios
Inspiration for a mid-sized mid-century modern galley porcelain tile and white floor wet bar remodel in New Orleans with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash and gray 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

24th Ave

Martinkovic Milford Architects

Wet bar - large 1960s galley medium tone wood floor wet bar idea in San Francisco with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, quartz countertops, white backsplash, stone slab backsplash and gray countertops

Mercer Makeover

Living By Laura

After Purchase, My client needed a few updates to create his style.
Example of a mid-sized 1960s l-shaped ceramic tile and beige floor seated home bar design in Seattle with solid surface countertops and gray countertops

Modern Home - Maple Ridge

Old Town Design Group

Example of a mid-sized 1960s single-wall vinyl floor and gray floor wet bar design in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops and gray countertops

Modern Home - Maple Ridge

Old Town Design Group

Mid-sized mid-century modern single-wall vinyl floor and gray floor wet bar photo in Indianapolis with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops and gray countertops

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San Luis Kitchen Co.

Here we see 'Nut Brown' doors set on black face frames. The gray quartz counters and metallic toned glass backsplash pull everything together.
Example of a mid-sized 1960s single-wall light wood floor wet bar design in San Luis Obispo with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash and gray countertops

Palm Springs Mid Century vacation

Melinamade - Residential Design + Interiors

Metallic velvet flock wallpaper by Zinc
Example of a small mid-century modern single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor home bar design in San Diego with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash and gray countertops

Skye in Palm Springs, California

Woodbridge Pacific Group

Residence 1 at Skye Palm Springs
Inspiration for a small 1950s single-wall white floor wet bar remodel in Orange County with flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, marble countertops, gray countertops and an undermount sink

Dark Wood Custom Basement Dry Bar

Trim Tech Designs

Meet your new Saturday spot!? Hangout with your favorite people at this custom walnut wood dry bar. Drop your weekend plans in a comment below!
Mid-sized 1950s single-wall beige floor dry bar photo in Chicago with no sink, shaker cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets and gray countertops

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

Wet Bar

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Wet bar - 1950s light wood floor wet bar idea in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, concrete countertops, white backsplash, ceramic backsplash and gray countertops

Mid-Century Modern Highland Park West Home

Mosier Luxury Homes

Example of a small 1950s single-wall light wood floor dry bar design in Austin with flat-panel cabinets, blue cabinets, marble countertops, brick backsplash and gray countertops

Mid-Century Modern in the Pines

Patty Jones Design, LLC

Wet bar - small 1950s single-wall medium tone wood floor and brown floor wet bar idea in Other with an undermount sink, dark wood cabinets, brown backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and gray countertops

Ormond House Renovation

FISHER ARCHitecture

Example of a mid-sized mid-century modern single-wall light wood floor and brown floor seated home bar design in Other with light wood cabinets, granite countertops and gray countertops

Mid-Century Modern Home Bar with Gray 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 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!

Lori & Jim's Mid Century Modern Whole House Renovation

Americraft, Inc

Wet bar - mid-sized 1950s single-wall vinyl floor and brown floor wet bar idea in Chicago with no sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, gray backsplash, subway tile backsplash and gray countertops