Introduction
Crafting an at-home bar, whether wet or dry, grants you the perfect space for preparing food and drinks, gathering, and entertaining guests in a relaxing, yet charming atmosphere. Whether you prefer a morning bar for brewing fresh ground coffee or one that chills your wine, there are countless ways to create a home bar unique to your style and bound to leave guests impressed.
Designing your Home Bar
Finding its purpose
The highlight of creating a home bar design is that you get to decide its appearance and functionality, making it a personal representation of what matters to you. Creating a bar does not require alcohol to be the main asset served. The possibilities span from a snack bar with your favorite treats for movie night, a coffee bar with all the gadgets and tools to craft yourself a specialty drink, or just an additional space dedicated to preparing or presenting hors d’oeuvres separate from the kitchen space. Identifying the purpose of your bar eases the decision-making process when designing its appearance.
Island Bar
An island bar creates a stunning focal point within your home that draws people in and encourages them to convene. Islands allow ample storage space in a discreet manner that keeps important, yet clunky appliances or clutter out of sight such as mini refrigerators and ice makers. Opting for an island bar completely engulfed in stone protects the cabinetry from depreciation and provides a beautiful piece of nature to view from all angles.
Bookmatch Accent Wall
Established as an entertainment area, the standard at-home bar is often designed differently than the rest of the home. It becomes an eclectic space where your personality begins to peek out and show itself through more colors, patterns, textures, or other design elements. One way to create a show-stopping bar is to utilize book-matched stones. Installed either as a countertop or an accent wall, book-matched stones create a continuation of the intricate veining and patterns of stone and paint its surroundings gracefully.
Illumination
Selecting a stone with translucence on parts or all of its surface allows you to create a dynamic area that is enhanced with the flip of a switch. Backlighting a bar draws attention to the charm of the stone while bringing character into the space.
Outdoor Bar
One of the privileges of living in Florida is enjoying being outside at all times of the year. At the peak of summer, while taking a dip in the pool, an outdoor bar can keep you cool with refreshments and snacks without the hassle of running in and out of the house. Remember that certain stones are better suited for outdoor conditions like Quartzite, Porcelain, Granite, so make sure to speak with a professional about which is best suited for your vision and space.
Conclusion
Home bars are entirely personal and customizable, made to suit your lifestyle. Don’t be afraid to let creativity flow and design the bar that serves your favorites and helps you wind down and relax after a long week.
