Danny Piassick
Large mid-century modern porcelain tile home bar photo in Austin

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
Example of a mid-sized 1950s galley porcelain tile and white floor wet bar design in New Orleans with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops, multicolored backsplash, glass tile backsplash and gray countertops

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Modern Addition Breakfast Room & Wet Bar

DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.

This modern galley Kitchen was remodeled and opened to a new Breakfast Room and Wet Bar. The clean lines and streamlined style are in keeping with the original style and architecture of this home.

Office, Lounge, & Bar

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Example of a mid-century modern single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor wet bar design in Grand Rapids with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, black backsplash and black countertops

Modern Addition Breakfast Room & Wet Bar

DeBaker Design Group, Ltd.

This modern galley Kitchen was remodeled and opened to a new Breakfast Room and Wet Bar. The clean lines and streamlined style are in keeping with the original style and architecture of this home.

Margate

J&L Designs

Paul S. Bartholomew
Inspiration for a huge mid-century modern single-wall porcelain tile wet bar remodel in Philadelphia with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops and mirror backsplash

Office, Lounge, & Bar

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Prairie Zen Model

Nathan Homes LLC

Wet bar - mid-century modern single-wall porcelain tile and black floor wet bar idea in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash and black countertops

Prairie Zen Model

Nathan Homes LLC

1950s single-wall porcelain tile and black floor wet bar photo in Omaha with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, porcelain backsplash and black countertops

Blossom Atelier - Flower Shop Display

Happy Organizing Co.

Commercial Flower Boutique Shop - Set up Display Counters We organized their entire displays within the store, as well as put in place organizational system in their backroom to manage their inventory.

Oyster Bay Cove

Little Boxes Studio Architect

White cabinets create the perfect backdrop for impactful countertops.
Mid-sized 1950s l-shaped porcelain tile and gray floor home bar photo in New York with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, blue backsplash, glass tile backsplash and multicolored countertops

West Linn Mid-Century

Maria Lawler Architecture LLC

Custom bar cabinetry with hidden pantry cabinet
Wet bar - mid-sized 1950s single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor wet bar idea in Portland with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, gray backsplash, ceramic backsplash and black countertops

Coastal Mid-Century Vibe

BC Design Studio

Wet bar - small 1960s single-wall porcelain tile and beige floor wet bar idea in Other with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, quartz countertops, blue backsplash, ceramic backsplash and white countertops

Mequon Mid Century Modern

JFK Design-Build, LLC

2nd bar area for this home. Located as part of their foyer for entertaining purposes.
Wet bar - huge 1960s single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor wet bar idea in Milwaukee with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, concrete countertops, black backsplash, glass tile backsplash and black 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

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

Mid-Century Modern Bar Lounge

Tongue & Groove Design + Build

Joshua Curry Photography, Rick Ricozzi Photography
Large 1960s single-wall porcelain tile and beige floor wet bar photo in Wilmington with flat-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets

South Canyon: Colorful Modern Mix

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Home bar - mid-sized 1960s porcelain tile and white floor home bar idea in Los Angeles

Mid-Century Modern Porcelain Tile 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 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!

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After Photo: Bar
Inspiration for a small mid-century modern single-wall porcelain tile and gray floor wet bar remodel in Austin with an undermount sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz countertops and gray backsplash