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Modern Breakfast Bar Ideas and Designs

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Kubic Design Solutions SLUKubic Design Solutions SLU
Photo of a medium sized modern single-wall breakfast bar in Other with open cabinets and black cabinets.
Sunset Highrise
Sunset Highrise
John De Bastiani IncJohn De Bastiani Inc
Large modern u-shaped breakfast bar in Los Angeles with flat-panel cabinets, black cabinets, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Gramercy Loft
Gramercy Loft
Narofsky Architecture + ways2designNarofsky Architecture + ways2design
Medium sized modern single-wall breakfast bar in New York with black splashback, stone tiled splashback and concrete flooring.
Bar Renovation
Bar Renovation
Dovetail Group LLCDovetail Group LLC
Inspiration for a small modern galley breakfast bar in Philadelphia with flat-panel cabinets.
Uptown Brownstone 2
Uptown Brownstone 2
Mowery Marsh Architects LLCMowery Marsh Architects LLC
A fresh and inviting bar space was added to the basement level to offer a lovely spot to entertain next to the Media Room. A mirrored backsplash with steel & glass shelving, and discreet LED lighting brighten this space that otherwise been dark at the lower level. Photo Credit: Blackstock Photography
Basement Bar - Schwartz
Basement Bar - Schwartz
Mauk Cabinets by DesignMauk Cabinets by Design
A beautiful basement bar remodel. The use of contrast between Marsh's "Espresso" stain against the gorgeous grey tones in the "Omicron Silver" countertop and back splash tile create a clean and crisp look. The brushed nickel hardware, appliances, and plumbing fixtures help tie everything together. Designer: Aaron Mauk
Glass Shelves in Bar with Back Painted Glass Behind
Glass Shelves in Bar with Back Painted Glass Behind
Denise Quade DesignDenise Quade Design
Glass shelves were span between cabinets for alcohol bottle storage. Behind the glass shelves is a sheet of back painted glass that is lit behind to create a fun environment for entertaining.
Outdoor Kitchen
Outdoor Kitchen
Signature Concrete DesignSignature Concrete Design
Gabelli Studio
Inspiration for a medium sized modern l-shaped breakfast bar in Philadelphia with granite worktops and concrete flooring.
Corona Del Mar Residence
Corona Del Mar Residence
Shelley Starr Interior DesignShelley Starr Interior Design
Cocktail Lounge
Inspiration for a medium sized modern single-wall breakfast bar in Los Angeles with glass-front cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, grey splashback and carpet.
Modern Scandinavian Farmhouse
Modern Scandinavian Farmhouse
Lauren Levant InteriorLauren Levant Interior
Photo of a large modern single-wall breakfast bar in Other with recessed-panel cabinets, grey worktops, a submerged sink, light hardwood flooring, brown floors, grey cabinets, grey splashback and glass tiled splashback.
Project The Best Bar None
Project The Best Bar None
m studio interior designm studio interior design
What once was a great room lacking purpose and meaning is now a redefined environment fit for fun conversation and entertaining. With a blank canvas, a single piece of art was used to serve as the inspirational driver for this bar design. A wall bump-out was incorporated to anchor the entire bar within the massive great room. Symmetrical balance was formed by use of mirrored open shelves flanking the central piece of artwork. Layers of subtle wall textures from the mother of pearl wallcovering to the washed porcelain tile offer dimension. The rich wooden tones of the millwork highlight the touch of ornamentation and not only contrast against the translucent appearance of the natural quartzite counter but ground the overall design amongst the existing travertine floor. To further compliment the lustrous tones from the art piece, hints of brass and gold are seen in the pendants, bar stool bases and the metal detail intersecting the wall shelves. A deep sage accent wall is introduced to further accentuate the space and create a moodier vibe. Sophistication paired with intriguing elements breathe new life into this transformed great room space.
Day House, Big Sur
Day House, Big Sur
JJJ InteriorsJJJ Interiors
Raw steel plated backsplash, floating cypress slab shelves, raw bent steel bar, wine fridge, hammered nickel bar sink, soapstone countertops
Small modern galley breakfast bar in Other with a submerged sink, open cabinets, light wood cabinets, soapstone worktops, black splashback, medium hardwood flooring, grey floors and black worktops.
Janet Alholm Interiors + Willis Construction, Inc. for KC Parade of Homes
Janet Alholm Interiors + Willis Construction, Inc. for KC Parade of Homes
Wilson LightingWilson Lighting
Nichole Kennelly Photography
Photo of a medium sized modern l-shaped breakfast bar in Kansas City with glass-front cabinets, white cabinets, granite worktops, mirror splashback and medium hardwood flooring.
八雲の住宅
八雲の住宅
LEVEL ArchitectsLEVEL Architects
photo by 吉田誠
This is an example of a modern breakfast bar in Tokyo with open cabinets.
Modern Basement Finish
Modern Basement Finish
Bryan Casey Construction LLCBryan Casey Construction LLC
Design ideas for a large modern single-wall breakfast bar in Kansas City with a submerged sink, flat-panel cabinets, dark wood cabinets, granite worktops, brown splashback, stone tiled splashback, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and grey worktops.
2018 Hinckley Home
2018 Hinckley Home
Otero Signature HomesOtero Signature Homes
Photo of a medium sized modern u-shaped breakfast bar in Cleveland with no sink, flat-panel cabinets, engineered stone countertops, porcelain flooring, grey floors and black worktops.
Wildwood Lower Level Playroom Transformation
Wildwood Lower Level Playroom Transformation
Dill-Thebeau Design CompanyDill-Thebeau Design Company
Playroom transformation into Bar. Cori Nations Photography
Inspiration for a small modern galley breakfast bar in St Louis with shaker cabinets, black cabinets, granite worktops, multi-coloured splashback, matchstick tiled splashback and lino flooring.
Condo Transformation Inspired by Art
Condo Transformation Inspired by Art
Interior Trends Inc. Design & RemodelingInterior Trends Inc. Design & Remodeling
This space used to be the existing kitchen. We were able to rearrange the cabinets and add in some new cabinets to create this bar. The front of the curved bar is copper with a patina technique. Two colors of concrete countertops were used for the bar area to pick up on the color of the stacked stone veneer we used as the backsplash. The floating shelves have LED lighting underneath. Illuminated open cabinets await new collections! We also installed a climate controlled wine cellar. Photo courtesy of Fred Lassman
Basement
Basement
J. Silver Design Build LLC.J. Silver Design Build LLC.
Inspiration for a large modern u-shaped breakfast bar in New York with a submerged sink, glass-front cabinets, medium wood cabinets, composite countertops, white splashback, painted wood flooring and brown floors.
Palatial Circle Staging
Palatial Circle Staging
iSearch DecoriSearch Decor
We added counter and shelf accessories plus some bar stools to stage this home bar
Medium sized modern u-shaped breakfast bar in Phoenix.

Modern Breakfast 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 modern 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 modern home bar be?

The ideal style of your modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 – modern ornaments, lamps, artwork, photos and travel mementos are great modern home bar ideas to get the conversation started.
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