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Hollywood Hills
Hollywood Hills
SoCal ContractorSoCal Contractor
Hollywood Hills Home by LoriDennis.com Interior Design KenHayden.com Photo
Medium sized contemporary u-shaped breakfast bar in Los Angeles with open cabinets and dark wood cabinets.
Remodeled basement into a Irish Pub
Remodeled basement into a Irish Pub
Woodsmen Builders, Inc.Woodsmen Builders, Inc.
Marshall Evans
Photo of a large traditional u-shaped breakfast bar in Columbus with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, wood worktops, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and brown worktops.
African Wenge and Metal
African Wenge and Metal
Joseph and Curtis Custom Wine CellarsJoseph and Curtis Custom Wine Cellars
CONTEMPORARY WINE CELLAR AND BAR WITH GLASS AND CHROME. STAINLESS STEEL BAR AND WINE RACKS AS WELL AS CLEAN AND SEXY DESIGN
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped breakfast bar in New York with dark hardwood flooring, glass worktops, white splashback, brown floors, black worktops and open cabinets.
Below Buchanan
Below Buchanan
Ventures DesignVentures Design
Below Buchanan is a basement renovation that feels as light and welcoming as one of our outdoor living spaces. The project is full of unique details, custom woodworking, built-in storage, and gorgeous fixtures. Custom carpentry is everywhere, from the built-in storage cabinets and molding to the private booth, the bar cabinetry, and the fireplace lounge. Creating this bright, airy atmosphere was no small challenge, considering the lack of natural light and spatial restrictions. A color pallet of white opened up the space with wood, leather, and brass accents bringing warmth and balance. The finished basement features three primary spaces: the bar and lounge, a home gym, and a bathroom, as well as additional storage space. As seen in the before image, a double row of support pillars runs through the center of the space dictating the long, narrow design of the bar and lounge. Building a custom dining area with booth seating was a clever way to save space. The booth is built into the dividing wall, nestled between the support beams. The same is true for the built-in storage cabinet. It utilizes a space between the support pillars that would otherwise have been wasted. The small details are as significant as the larger ones in this design. The built-in storage and bar cabinetry are all finished with brass handle pulls, to match the light fixtures, faucets, and bar shelving. White marble counters for the bar, bathroom, and dining table bring a hint of Hollywood glamour. White brick appears in the fireplace and back bar. To keep the space feeling as lofty as possible, the exposed ceilings are painted black with segments of drop ceilings accented by a wide wood molding, a nod to the appearance of exposed beams. Every detail is thoughtfully chosen right down from the cable railing on the staircase to the wood paneling behind the booth, and wrapping the bar.
Lowel Level Remodel
Lowel Level Remodel
Taylor Design StudioTaylor Design Studio
David Berlekamp
Inspiration for a traditional u-shaped breakfast bar in Cleveland with open cabinets and concrete worktops.
Solbakken Lakefront Home
Solbakken Lakefront Home
MSI Custom Homes, LLCMSI Custom Homes, LLC
Saari & Forrai
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped breakfast bar in Minneapolis with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets and slate flooring.
Carmel Valley
Carmel Valley
Laura Abrams DesignLaura Abrams Design
Natalia Robert
Inspiration for a mediterranean u-shaped breakfast bar in San Diego with open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, mirror splashback and light hardwood flooring.
Our WorK
Our WorK
Hoover Custom HomesHoover Custom Homes
Photo of a medium sized contemporary u-shaped breakfast bar in Other with open cabinets, green cabinets, mirror splashback and light hardwood flooring.
Pub Style Barroom
Pub Style Barroom
Mary Shipley InteriorsMary Shipley Interiors
Drink anyone?
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary u-shaped breakfast bar in Columbus with concrete flooring, open cabinets, black cabinets and granite worktops.
Traditional Media Room
Traditional Media Room
Inspiration for a large classic u-shaped breakfast bar in Indianapolis with open cabinets, black cabinets, black splashback and mosaic tiled splashback.
Bel Air Contemporary
Bel Air Contemporary
Joel Reis Architecture and Real Estate PhotographyJoel Reis Architecture and Real Estate Photography
Photo of a large contemporary u-shaped breakfast bar in Los Angeles with open cabinets, black cabinets, marble worktops, light hardwood flooring and an integrated sink.
Southern Living August 2015 Feature
Southern Living August 2015 Feature
European Stone ConceptsEuropean Stone Concepts
Photography by Laurey Glenn Limestone butler's pantry
Design ideas for a traditional u-shaped home bar in Other with open cabinets, blue cabinets, black splashback and metro tiled splashback.
Stone Canyon
Stone Canyon
Kym Rodger DesignKym Rodger Design
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary u-shaped breakfast bar in Los Angeles with open cabinets, mirror splashback, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors, beige cabinets and granite worktops.
Aspen Residence
Aspen Residence
North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.
David O. Marlow Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic u-shaped breakfast bar in Denver with open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, wood worktops, mirror splashback and light hardwood flooring.
Interior view
Interior view
Adam Green ArchitectAdam Green Architect
The Powder Room is a sophisticated 1920's inspired addition to the award-winning cocktail lounge Mo's House in Evansville's arts district. The interior features exposed steel beams, custom wall coverings and cherry wood accents.
Johns Creek Lodge
Johns Creek Lodge
Modern Rustic HomesModern Rustic Homes
This is an example of a large classic u-shaped breakfast bar in Atlanta with a submerged sink, open cabinets, dark wood cabinets, beige splashback, engineered stone countertops, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Basement Made for Entertaining - Chaska, MN
Basement Made for Entertaining - Chaska, MN
Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.
Design ideas for a classic u-shaped breakfast bar in Minneapolis with a submerged sink, open cabinets, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Decora Hospital Lottery Home - Saskatoon
Decora Hospital Lottery Home - Saskatoon
Durabuilt Windows & Doors Inc.Durabuilt Windows & Doors Inc.
Home Bar on the main floor - gorgeous ceiling lights with lots of light brightening the room. They have followed a Great Gatsby Theme in this room. Saskatoon Hospital Lottery Home Built by Decora Homes Windows and Doors by Durabuilt Windows and Doors Photography by D&M Images Photography
Spencer Court
Spencer Court
Double Diamond Property & ConstructionDouble Diamond Property & Construction
This is an example of a large rustic u-shaped breakfast bar in Denver with a submerged sink, open cabinets, medium wood cabinets, concrete worktops, brown splashback, stone tiled splashback, concrete flooring and grey floors.
North Caldwell Basement Renovation
North Caldwell Basement Renovation
Plan ArchitecturePlan Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized classic u-shaped breakfast bar in New York with open cabinets, white cabinets, engineered stone countertops, white splashback, ceramic splashback, porcelain flooring and brown floors.

U-shaped Home Bar with Open Cabinets 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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