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Rustic Dry Bar Ideas and Designs

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Riverside Victorian Kitchen & Baths Modernized
Riverside Victorian Kitchen & Baths Modernized
Liv Companies LLC Design + BuildLiv Companies LLC Design + Build
Coffee and Beverage bar with wine storage and open shelving
Small rustic single-wall dry bar in Chicago with no sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, blue splashback, porcelain splashback, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and white worktops.
Mountain Modern
Mountain Modern
NORTH STAR KITCHENSNORTH STAR KITCHENS
Large home bar designed for multi generation family gatherings. Illuminated photo taken locally in the Vail area. Everything you need for a home bar with durable stainless steel counters.
Finished Whiskey Bar
Finished Whiskey Bar
Chicago Barrels of Fun IncChicago Barrels of Fun Inc
Whiskey bar made from real Oak Barrels, and transformed into a classy, rustic, and stylish bar!
Large rustic dry bar in Chicago with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback and brown worktops.
Menlo Circle - Rustic
Menlo Circle - Rustic
Kitchens by Good GuysKitchens by Good Guys
Before, the kitchen was clustered into one corner and wasted a lot of space. We re-arranged everything to create this more linear layout, creating significantly more storage and a much more functional layout. We removed all the travertine flooring throughout the entrance and in the kitchen and installed new porcelain tile flooring that matched the new color palette. As artists themselves, our clients brought in very creative, hand selected pieces and incorporated their love for flying by adding airplane elements into the design that you see throguhout. For the cabinetry, they selected an espresso color for the perimeter that goes all the way to the 10' high ceilings along with marble quartz countertops. We incorporated lift up appliance garage systems, utensil pull outs, roll out shelving and pull out trash for ease of use and organization. The 12' island has grey painted cabinetry with tons of storage, seating and tying back in the espresso cabinetry with the legs and decorative island end cap along with "chicken feeder" pendants they created. The range wall is the biggest focal point with the accent tile our clients found that is meant to duplicate the look of vintage metal pressed ceilings, along with a gorgeous Italian range, pot filler and fun blue accent tile. When re-arranging the kitchen and removing walls, we added a custom stained French door that allows them to close off the other living areas on that side of the house. There was this unused space in that corner, that now became a fun coffee bar station with stained turquoise cabinetry, butcher block counter for added warmth and the fun accent tile backsplash our clients found. We white-washed the fireplace to have it blend more in with the new color palette and our clients re-incorporated their wood feature wall that was in a previous home and each piece was hand selected. Everything came together in such a fun, creative way that really shows their personality and character.
Lake Johanna - Rustic Total Home Remodel
Lake Johanna - Rustic Total Home Remodel
Michels HomesMichels Homes
Builder: Michels Homes Cabinetry Design: Megan Dent Interior Design: Jami Ludens, Studio M Interiors Photography: Landmark Photography
Photo of a large rustic single-wall dry bar in Minneapolis with no sink.
Eagleview Kitchen Remodel
Eagleview Kitchen Remodel
D&G ConstructionD&G Construction
Pocket compact dry-bar of white cabinets and brass handles & brass fixed pendant lighting. Rustic wood shelves upon white rustic brick backsplash.
Small rustic dry bar in Denver with no sink, recessed-panel cabinets, white cabinets, quartz worktops, white splashback, metro tiled splashback and white worktops.
Greenwood Preserve: Home Bar
Greenwood Preserve: Home Bar
Joe McGuire DesignJoe McGuire Design
Our Aspen studio gave this beautiful home a stunning makeover with thoughtful and balanced use of colors, patterns, and textures to create a harmonious vibe. Following our holistic design approach, we added mirrors, artworks, decor, and accessories that easily blend into the architectural design. Beautiful purple chairs in the dining area add an attractive pop, just like the deep pink sofas in the living room. The home bar is designed as a classy, sophisticated space with warm wood tones and elegant bar chairs perfect for entertaining. A dashing home theatre and hot sauna complete this home, making it a luxurious retreat! --- Joe McGuire Design is an Aspen and Boulder interior design firm bringing a uniquely holistic approach to home interiors since 2005. For more about Joe McGuire Design, see here: https://www.joemcguiredesign.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.joemcguiredesign.com/greenwood-preserve
Park Avenue
Park Avenue
KHJ Designs LLCKHJ Designs LLC
In a nook off the dining room KHJ Designs took advantage of the space to create a custom bar with walnut live edge shelves and a leathered granite counter.
Basement Finish | Buffalo, MN
Basement Finish | Buffalo, MN
LakeWood Homes & RemodelingLakeWood Homes & Remodeling
Design ideas for a small rustic single-wall dry bar in Minneapolis with shaker cabinets, medium wood cabinets, laminate countertops, laminate floors, brown floors and brown worktops.
Main bar angled view
Main bar angled view
Bella Villa Design StudioBella Villa Design Studio
Our clients really wanted old warehouse looking brick so we found just the thing in thin brick format so that it wouldn't take up too much room in this cool bar off the living area.
Beverage Stations - Wine Cellars - Wet Bars
Beverage Stations - Wine Cellars - Wet Bars
The Cleary CompanyThe Cleary Company
Design-Build project included converting an unused formal living room in our client's home into a billiards room complete with a custom bar and humidor.
Schweitzer Cabin
Schweitzer Cabin
Base Camp DesignBase Camp Design
Design ideas for a rustic dry bar in Seattle.
Rustic Basement update
Rustic Basement update
Riegis Design Co. LLCRiegis Design Co. LLC
Photo of a rustic dry bar with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, engineered stone countertops, engineered quartz splashback, laminate floors, brown floors and white worktops.
Cypress Point Kitchen & Basement Remodel
Cypress Point Kitchen & Basement Remodel
Synergy Design & ConstructionSynergy Design & Construction
In addition to replacing carpet with hardwood in this area, we added a full wall of timeless stained cabinetry with striking dark countertops and backsplash for a luxe pub feel. A new stainless wine fridge looks sleek next to the cabinetry with recessed LED lighting, a barware hanging system, and tiny “hidden” outlets.
Ranch Haven - M-2830 - One Story Rustic House Plan
Ranch Haven - M-2830 - One Story Rustic House Plan
Mark Stewart Home DesignMark Stewart Home Design
This is a zoomed out shot of the home bar. Beautiful home bar in this rustic home. Built-ins offer plenty of space for all of your refreshments.
Photo of a small rustic single-wall dry bar in Portland with recessed-panel cabinets, black cabinets, wood worktops, black splashback, light hardwood flooring and black worktops.
Custom Fitted Bar
Custom Fitted Bar
RD DesignsRD Designs
A custom fitted Home Bar with a rustic feel. Oak butcher-block worktop with chipped paint doors, Oak veneer carcasses & shelves with steel supports. Painted in RAL 7021.
Beverage Stations - Wine Cellars - Wet Bars
Beverage Stations - Wine Cellars - Wet Bars
The Cleary CompanyThe Cleary Company
Custom built shaker style cabinetry with rich brown stain & distressed finish. Custom wine storage. Quartz countertop.
Design ideas for a large rustic single-wall dry bar in Columbus with shaker cabinets, brown cabinets, engineered stone countertops, brown splashback, tonge and groove splashback, carpet, beige floors and grey worktops.
Rustic Elegance in Littleton
Rustic Elegance in Littleton
UserUser
This is a lovely, 2 story home in Littleton, Colorado. It backs up to the High Line Canal and has truly stunning mountain views. When our clients purchased the home it was stuck in a 1980's time warp and didn't quite function for the family of 5. They hired us to to assist with a complete remodel. We took out walls, moved windows, added built-ins and cabinetry and worked with the clients more rustic, transitional taste.
Making of a Barrel Bar with doors!
Making of a Barrel Bar with doors!
Chicago Barrels of Fun IncChicago Barrels of Fun Inc
Whiskey bar made from real Oak Barrels, and transformed into a classy, rustic, and stylish bar with doors!
Photo of a large rustic dry bar in Chicago with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood worktops, brown splashback and brown worktops.
Copper sinks and counters
Copper sinks and counters
The Metal PeddlerThe Metal Peddler
Gorgeous copper counter added to this bar. Copper top made by The Metal Peddler.
Photo of a rustic dry bar in Other with copper worktops.

Rustic Dry 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 rustic 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 rustic home bar be?

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