Example of a large transitional galley porcelain tile and brown floor seated home bar design in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, red backsplash and brick backsplash

Sophisticated Traditional Kitchen

Mary-Beth Oliver

Wet bar - large traditional single-wall porcelain tile and beige floor wet bar idea in New York with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, quartzite countertops, red backsplash, mosaic tile backsplash and beige countertops

Eclectic kitchen, dining and Bar space

Ayelet Designs

Miri Ekshtein
Example of a mid-sized trendy single-wall porcelain tile wet bar design in San Francisco with a drop-in sink, shaker cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood countertops and red backsplash

Browse By Color

Explore Colors

Pope Basement

Creating Space, Inc.

Todd DiFiore
Seated home bar - large transitional galley porcelain tile and brown floor seated home bar idea in Atlanta with an undermount sink, red backsplash, brick backsplash, raised-panel cabinets and dark wood cabinets

Keawakapu Bar TV & Lighting

Control Freaks Hawaii

Example of a huge island style u-shaped porcelain tile and beige floor seated home bar design in Hawaii with a drop-in sink, raised-panel cabinets, medium tone wood cabinets, wood countertops, red backsplash and matchstick tile backsplash

Sunset Gems Studio

Large elegant single-wall porcelain tile wet bar photo in Cincinnati with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, quartz countertops and red backsplash

Pantries & Wine Bars

California Closets, Santa Barbara

Glamorous Wine Bar in Lounge
Small transitional single-wall porcelain tile wet bar photo in Santa Barbara with flat-panel cabinets, light wood cabinets, wood countertops and red backsplash

Daco Real Stone Veneer Bar Front

Daco Stone

Daco Real Stone Veneer: Irondale Real cut stone veneer that is as easy to work with as tile
Example of a small urban galley porcelain tile and orange floor wet bar design in Atlanta with a drop-in sink, recessed-panel cabinets, granite countertops, red backsplash, brick backsplash and black countertops

Pope Basement

Creating Space, Inc.

Todd DiFiore
Seated home bar - large transitional galley porcelain tile and brown floor seated home bar idea in Atlanta with an undermount sink, raised-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, red backsplash and brick backsplash

Transitional Elegance

Monarch & Maker

The ultimate hangout space is complete with a wet bar, pool table, and an array of golf memorabilia. Enhanced by the brick backsplash, exposed wood beams, and the sliding barn door, this space achieves a blend of refined sophistication and rustic charm.

Wamuran

Civic Steel Homes

Well stoked bar cleverly hidden behind a panel sliding door. Lovely touch by the owner with quality modern art.
Inspiration for a small contemporary single-wall porcelain tile home bar remodel in Brisbane with a drop-in sink, glass-front cabinets, quartz countertops, red backsplash and ceramic backsplash

Neo-Georgian Bar

Smith & Smith Kitchens

An exquisite example of neo-georgian style joinery as part of a full domestic cabinetry fit out. Specialised detailing includes beading, turned embellishments, architraves and corbels. Smith & Smith is one of a select few companies within Australia to offer such unique and personalised carvings.

Mount Pleasant Custom Build 641

o2 developments

Dark maple bar is accents by the brick wall and matte granite countertops.
Wet bar - small traditional porcelain tile wet bar idea in Calgary with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops and red backsplash

Hudnell Basement

Kircher Design & Build

Inspiration for a large transitional single-wall porcelain tile and brown floor seated home bar remodel in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops and red backsplash

Hudnell Basement

Kircher Design & Build

Seated home bar - large transitional galley porcelain tile and brown floor seated home bar idea in Other with an undermount sink, shaker cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite countertops, red backsplash and brick backsplash

Porcelain Tile Home Bar with Red Backsplash 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!