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Grey Home Bar with Floating Shelves Ideas and Designs

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Wabi Sabi
Wabi Sabi
Astratto DesignAstratto Design
Embarking on the design journey of Wabi Sabi Refuge, I immersed myself in the profound quest for tranquility and harmony. This project became a testament to the pursuit of a tranquil haven that stirs a deep sense of calm within. Guided by the essence of wabi-sabi, my intention was to curate Wabi Sabi Refuge as a sacred space that nurtures an ethereal atmosphere, summoning a sincere connection with the surrounding world. Deliberate choices of muted hues and minimalist elements foster an environment of uncluttered serenity, encouraging introspection and contemplation. Embracing the innate imperfections and distinctive qualities of the carefully selected materials and objects added an exquisite touch of organic allure, instilling an authentic reverence for the beauty inherent in nature's creations. Wabi Sabi Refuge serves as a sanctuary, an evocative invitation for visitors to embrace the sublime simplicity, find solace in the imperfect, and uncover the profound and tranquil beauty that wabi-sabi unveils.
Transitional Meadow Forest
Transitional Meadow Forest
Morning Star Builders LTDMorning Star Builders LTD
Bourbon room, brick accent walls, open drum hanging light fixture, white painted baseboard, opens to outdoor living space and game room
Oakland Built-in Bar
Oakland Built-in Bar
Nina Design CompanyNina Design Company
Transformation of built-in cabinet space to secret industrial bar for a media room.
Custom Bar
Custom Bar
G&S Contracting, LLCG&S Contracting, LLC
Custom home bar with poplar lumber and several coats of a wood polishing wax, with additional wainscoting, and under cabinet lighting.
Classic Contemporary
Classic Contemporary
Glas AssociatesGlas Associates
A modern kitchen with an expansive island featuring raised counters for stools Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
Rustic Contemporary
Rustic Contemporary
Cabinet Concepts by DesignCabinet Concepts by Design
Mandy
Mandy
Enfort HomesEnfort Homes
Mandy's timeless white oak kitchen features a geometric square backsplash that gives LOTS of texture, custom panel Sub-Zero refrigerator, hidden pantry, under counter beverage cooler, microwave drawer, and black undermount prep sink.
Bold Black and White Modern Kitchen
Bold Black and White Modern Kitchen
Parcels Design StudioParcels Design Studio
This modern kitchen proves that black and white does not have to be boring, but can truly be BOLD! The wire brushed oak cabinets were painted black and white add texture while the aluminum trim gives it undeniably modern look. Don't let appearances fool you this kitchen was built for cooks, featuring all Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances including a retractable down draft vent hood.
Home Bar Design
Home Bar Design
Jennifer Suzanne InteriorsJennifer Suzanne Interiors
Home Bar Design
Smith Mountain Lake Basement
Smith Mountain Lake Basement
Rambling InteriorsRambling Interiors
Laguna Hills
Laguna Hills
Cabinet by DesignCabinet by Design
Custom bar fabrication process
Project Best Bar None
Project Best Bar None
m studio interior designm studio interior design
Sophisticated and Classy Home Bar
Villa S
Villa S
INTERIOR DESIGN made by district8 GmbHINTERIOR DESIGN made by district8 GmbH
Anschicht Wohnbereich_Hausbar
Laguna Hills
Laguna Hills
Cabinet by DesignCabinet by Design
Custom bar fabrication process
Home Bar Design
Home Bar Design
Jennifer Suzanne InteriorsJennifer Suzanne Interiors
Home Bar Design, close up of chandlier

Grey Home Bar with Floating Shelves Ideas and Designs

A home bar is one of the ultimate indulgences for a homeowner. By no means essential but all the more satisfying for that very reason. Whether your home bar ideas would be having the boys round to watch the big match in a pub-style atmosphere on a Saturday afternoon, ‘going uptown’ to sip an espresso martini in your home cocktail bar in the loft, or hoping to recreate the vibe of an intimate speakeasy in your basement, a style home bar is a treat that’s guaranteed to lift your spirits. A place where you are always guaranteed a seat.

How big should my home bar be?

The ideal style of your home bar will depend on your lifestyle and entertaining habits as well as the amount of available space. If big groups come round regularly then you should consider dedicating a part of your living room or basement to a larger seating area – complete with a bar table, bar stools and wet bar section – to keep everyone suitably comfortable and merry. If TV is essential, check if there is a wall nearby that’s a big enough to mount it on without restricting anyone’s view. A key feature of home bar ideas is the storage – gleaming wine racks and low-lit glass shelves. Make sure you can afford these little delights after you have built the basic structure. Alternatively, if space is limited, a freestanding home cocktail bar would give you somewhere to prepare cocktails that is out of the way – in the corner of your dining room or under the stairwell for instance. Also, mirrored surfaces can help to create the illusion of space. Sketch the layout of the room in which you would like to place the bar and think about where all those bottles, cans and snacks are going to go. Then speak to either a home bar specialist about your home bar ideas, or to a joiner about adapting a vintage bookcase or creating something bespoke.

What style of home bar should I choose?

Try to play off the interior decor of the surrounding area. A kitsch Manhattan-inspired home cocktail bar will look out of place in a country cottage, for example. Similarly, a long white walnut home bar would jar against a bright red contemporary kitchen. That said, contrast might be something that you accentuate, not least through the choice of flooring, which would help to make your home bar stand out. Collect home bar ideas in an Ideabook, settle upon a theme and then discuss the design with your home bar specialist or joiner. Lighting sets the mood in bars, particularly late at night, so pay special attention to placement, intensity and how you want your guests to feel. Dim underbar lighting creates a warm, intimate atmosphere, while spotlights brighten and energise.

Which home bar accessories and facilities should I include?

This really does depend on how far you are willing to go. A home bar can replicate almost everything you see in your local, from running water and refrigerated wine cabinets to draught beer pumps and bespoke lighting and a sound systems. Again, the most important thing is to work with what’s there – available space and home decor. Is that black lizard effect leather flooring really going to go? How about the turquoise splashback? Do those flowers look out of place or will they help to soften up what’s fast becoming a man cave? There are several ways to make a home bar more visually interesting without spending big on fixtures and fittings. Select furniture that’s comfortable but also sparks interest, such as salvaged chairs or a second-hand leather sofa. Add a touch of glitz and glamour through your choice of glassware, drinks trolley, ice bucket, shaker and spirit bottles if you want the home cocktail bar look. Then scatter a few curios around the bar – ornaments, lamps, artwork, photos and travel mementos are great home bar ideas to get the conversation started.
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