With the holidays just around the corner, chances are that you are in the midst (if not already done) of putting up lights and trimming your tree to get in the holiday spirit. And if you are hosting a holiday gathering, one of the first things you’ll likely offer your guests is undoubtedly a drink!
Home bars are such a fun area of your home to design because they become the “gathering” place to whip up an amazing cocktail and/or pour a morning cup of brew.
When considering your home bar, there are a few key elements:
- How do you want the space to function (do you want to serve coffee, cocktails, wine, beer, or all of the above)?
- Will you have a wet bar or a dry bar? What appliances do you want at the ready?
- Do you want to showcase your wine, liquor, or glassware collection?
Wet Bar vs. Dry Bar
Wet bars are perfect for entertaining, offering plumbing for water and ice and easy cleanup without having to relocate within your home. On the other hand, dry bars focus on ample storage for glassware, bottles, and bar accessories. They are cost-efficient and allow for flexible placement in areas where plumbing may not be as convenient, such as a dining or living space.
Bar Cabinets and Appliances
Cabinets and appliances are another way to really enhance your home bar—making the space not only functional but also giving you the option to take it up a notch. Considering what you want to showcase, cabinets can be designed to be the centerpiece of the room by adding a pop of color, lighting, and custom shelving. There are a number of appliances you should take into account when thinking about how you want your home bar to function, including a refrigerator for perishables, an ice maker, a coffee machine/espresso maker (espresso martinis, anyone?), a wine fridge, or beer fridge and/or kegerator.
Now that you are starting to envision your home bar, here are 5 home bars we know will bring the holiday cheer this season:
#1. The Bourbon Bar:
This dry bar showcases an impressive, backlit bourbon collection and a dual-purpose wine fridge. Who wouldn’t want to warm up with a glass of whiskey at this bar?!
#2. The Moody Wood Top Bar:
This wet bar exudes a perfect balance of moodiness and classic elegance, complete with a wine and beer fridge, a warm stone backsplash, blue cabinets that beautifully display glassware, and a welcoming wood counter. With the addition of a filtered water station, this home bar is sure to be a holiday hotspot!
#3. Vintage Style Bar:
Bringing together both a coffee and a cocktail bar, we love the warm vintage vibes of this dry bar. With the espresso machine, green cabinets, and warm lighting, we can just envision cozy mornings and evenings at this home bar.
#4. A Bar with Views:
This wet bar brings it all—views, wine fridge, ice maker, paneled beverage cooler, warm walnut cabinets, and plenty of space to spread holiday cheer. We love how warm and inviting, yet open this home bar is!
#5. Dining Room Bar:
What’s not to love about how clean, sleek, and warm this dry bar is? Masterfully situated in the dining room, this home bar is sure to keep the dinner party going with a wine fridge within arm’s reach! We love how this bar is the focal point of this dining room with the pop of contemporary blue cabinets.
While tackling a home bar remodel before the festive season this year might be a bit of a stretch, it’s fun to imagine what your home bar could look like in the future! Just imagine how an upgraded home bar can help spread the holiday cheer and create lasting memories. Ready to get started? Contact Us to speak to a design expert.
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