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Wimbledon Family HomecUSTOMER
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Q Design HouseQ Design House
Custom designed basement bar with bespoke counter, shelving and lighting
Family House Restructure
Family House Restructure
barkerdesignbarkerdesign
Bespoke Bar design, mixing textures & finishes. Bamboo fluted edged shelves.
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New Build Georgian Home
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Clapham Road, SW9
Clapham Road, SW9
ZenicoZenico
Westmoreland Road, Barnes
Westmoreland Road, Barnes
Interior Design Concepts ltdInterior Design Concepts ltd
Large open plan kitchen and dining space with real American Walnut elements
Plank Hardware: 2023 Trending Kitchens
Plank Hardware: 2023 Trending Kitchens
HU-277083493HU-277083493
Terracotta cabinets with Brass Hardware: FOLD Collection
The Dulwich House - Under stairs bar
The Dulwich House - Under stairs bar
Fraher & Findlay Architects LtdFraher & Findlay Architects Ltd
For this project we made all the bespoke joinery in our workshop - staircases, shelving, doors, under stairs bar -you name it - we made it.
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Sussex Cottage
Sussex Cottage
VICTORIA CALDWELL DESIGNVICTORIA CALDWELL DESIGN
St John's Wood Family Home
St John's Wood Family Home
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Bourne Manor
Bourne Manor
Snug KitchensSnug Kitchens
Oxted, Surrey - annexe refurb
Oxted, Surrey - annexe refurb
Amy Hunt Interior DesignAmy Hunt Interior Design
Nestled in the serene countryside of Surrey, this once tired and uninspiring annexe yearned for a transformation, a revival of colour and purpose. My clients' directive was to convert this neglected space into something truly spectacular, a challenge I eagerly embraced. Having enjoyed many nights out in Mayfair when they lived in London, they tasked me with fashioning a bar that encapsulates the sophisticated allure of the district.
Knightsbridge Development
Knightsbridge Development
Tracy Holliday InteriorsTracy Holliday Interiors
Green Shaker with Relaxed Dining
Green Shaker with Relaxed Dining
John Lewis of HungerfordJohn Lewis of Hungerford
Tuscan rose and gold quartz kitchen
Tuscan rose and gold quartz kitchen
Puccini KitchensPuccini Kitchens
The allure of this kitchen begins with the carefully selected palette of Matt Lacquer painted Gin & Tonic and Tuscan Rose. Creating an inviting atmosphere, these warm hues perfectly reflect the light to accentuate the kitchen’s aesthetics. But it doesn't stop there. The walnut slatted feature doors have been perfectly crafted to add depth and character to the space. Intricate patterns within the slats create a sense of movement, inviting the eye to explore the artistry embedded within them and elevating the kitchen to new heights of sophistication. Prepare to be enthralled by the pièce de résistance—the Royal Calacatta Gold quartz worktop. Exuding luxury, with its radiant golden veining cascading across a pristine white backdrop, not only does it serve as a functional workspace, it makes a sophisticated statement. Combining quality materials and finishes via thoughtful design, this kitchen allows our client to enjoy a space which is both aesthetically pleasing and extremely functional. Feeling inspired by this kitchen or looking for more ideas? Visit our projects page today.
Forest Hill Contemporary
Forest Hill Contemporary
Place Design Kitchens and InteriorsPlace Design Kitchens and Interiors
Project Tottenham
Project Tottenham
Wise Owl InteriorsWise Owl Interiors
Fowey townhouse
Fowey townhouse
Tanya Bentley Ltd.Tanya Bentley Ltd.
Fieldside Project
Fieldside Project
Claire Jordan InteriorsClaire Jordan Interiors
Home Indoor Bar

Home Bar 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.
Highgate II
Highgate II
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Case Study: Ping
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