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MURRAYVILLE CUSTOM HOME
MURRAYVILLE CUSTOM HOME
ATELIER NOIR INTERIORSATELIER NOIR INTERIORS
THIS SMALL BUTLERS PANTRY LEADS INTO THE DINIG FROM THE KITCHEN, WE DESIGNED IT TO HAVE A LITTLE POP OF PUN WITH THE BACKSPLASH THAT TIES INTO THE SAME TONES AS THE CEILING IN THE DINING.
Greektown:
Greektown:
Lugbill DesignsLugbill Designs
Stark Punk
Stark Punk
Colossus Mfg.Colossus Mfg.
Black stained wooden wet bar with copper tile backsplash, matte black hardware, round milk glass sconces, and a built in fridge.
Berthoud Farmhouse
Berthoud Farmhouse
High Country Fine Furniture and Custom CabinetryHigh Country Fine Furniture and Custom Cabinetry
White Oak floating shelves for a farmhouse feel
Oakland Place
Oakland Place
Peters Design CoPeters Design Co
Modern Farmhouse Bellaire Showcase
Modern Farmhouse Bellaire Showcase
Stone Acorn BuildersStone Acorn Builders
Wine Bar
Wine Bar
Katie Postel InteriorsKatie Postel Interiors
Huntington Road (2)
Huntington Road (2)
Heller & AssociatesHeller & Associates
A decidedly modern, no-nonsense vibe permeates this 2018 kitchen remodel in Huntington Woods. Sleek gray and white cabinets feature flush mounted pulls reminiscent of filing cabinets. Hardworking Viking appliances and an industrial looking citrus juicer stand ready to get things done. Minimalist bar stools tuck neatly away beneath the extended island countertop. The one-handled, high arc faucet with gourmet spray joins an under-mount sink in front of an unadorned new picture window. Contemporary French doors by Weather Shield flank either side of the sink to create a calming sense of symmetry and balance. A second glance reveals understated touches that soften the edges of the kitchen to make it inviting and comfortable. Etched glass doors grace the upper cabinets in the side pantry. The stainless steel backsplashes wear a subtle, circular rubbed sheen. A trio of delicately bent glass pendants reminiscent of glowing Asian paper lanterns hover serenely above the length of the island's waterfalled countertop. The quartzite countertops themselves appear soft, almost like translucent origami paper that has been lovingly folded, refolded, and smoothed back out. The countertop edges are mitered and gently square to cascade to the floor with a graceful waterfall effect down to the walnut floors. The initial room design included a walk-in pantry, which during construction was transformed into an open wine bar with finished cabinetry. The square stepped ceiling detail symmetrically positioned over the island is the pleasing result of dropping the ceiling by two inches to conceal an original dropped beam. The finished design honors the spirit of the home's original design while ushering it graciously into the present day.
Beach Blonde
Beach Blonde
Freestyle InteriorsFreestyle Interiors
Bar Tops
Bar Tops
WR WoodworkingWR Woodworking
Expansive Bar Top in Pecan Live Edge Book Matched created for a Upscale Bar in Down Town Austin
M1 Concourse Kitchen and Bar
M1 Concourse Kitchen and Bar
California Closets of MichiganCalifornia Closets of Michigan
This strong, steady design is brought to you by Designer Diane Ivezaj who partnered with M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan to ensure a functional, sleek and bold design for their spaces.
Striking Basement Bar
Striking Basement Bar
Paramount Kitchen & BathParamount Kitchen & Bath
This handsome basement bar finish kept crisp clean lines with high contrast between the dark cabinets and light countertops and backsplash. Stainless steel appliances, sink and fixtures compliment the design, and floating shelves leave space for the display of glassware. Schedule a free consultation with one of our designers today: https://paramount-kitchens.com/
Contemporary Home Bar
Contemporary Home Bar
Denver Basement Bar
Denver Basement Bar
Castle Building CompanyCastle Building Company
The bar has a fridge and open and covered cabinets and an undermount sink.
1031 Marine Drive
1031 Marine Drive
Kirk Saunders ArchitectKirk Saunders Architect
Kitchen Fixtures & Countertops
Kitchen Fixtures & Countertops
ELEMENTSELEMENTS
Cottage 2016
Cottage 2016
The Tile & Stone GalleryThe Tile & Stone Gallery
Hoboken Waterfront Condo
Hoboken Waterfront Condo
Jenny Madden DesignJenny Madden Design
Photography by Courtney Apple
Pfaff Residence Medfield Ma.
Pfaff Residence Medfield Ma.
Phillip F Gaudette Construction Co.Phillip F Gaudette Construction Co.
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Manning Custom Home
Manning Custom Home
R&R Custom HomesR&R Custom Homes

Small 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.
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