Designing your dream home bar? Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, cocktail connoisseur, or weekend host with the most, the right features can turn your bar from basic to best-in-class. Here are 5 things we always recommend including in a custom home bar to elevate both form and function!
1. Beer Tap / Wine Dispenser
Why just store your beverages when you can pour them like a pro? Built-in beer taps or wine dispensers not only look impressive, but they also keep drinks fresh and flowing. Plus, no more empty bottles cluttering your recycling bin.
2. Glass Rinser
It might seem like a small detail, but a built-in glass rinser is a game-changer. With a quick press-down rinse, your glasses are clean and ready for the next round—perfect for beer mugs, cocktail glasses, or even your morning coffee tumbler.
3. Dishwasher or Dishwasher Drawer
No one wants to trek dirty glassware to the kitchen after entertaining. A dishwasher—or better yet, a compact dishwasher drawer—lets you wash barware right where you use it. Dishwasher drawers are sleek, efficient, and perfect for handling smaller, frequent loads.
4. Beverage Fridge
Whether you’re team red, white, or sparkling water, a dedicated wine or beverage fridge is a must. It keeps drinks at the ideal temperature and frees up space in your kitchen fridge. Bonus points if it has dual zones for different drink types!
5. Ice Maker
This one’s essential. A built-in ice maker ensures you’re never running to the gas station mid-party. Whether you need crushed ice for cocktails or clear cubes for whiskey, this little appliance keeps the drinks (and the fun) going.
6. Wine Room
If you’re a serious wine lover (or just like to look like one), a dedicated wine room takes your home bar to the next level. With temperature-controlled storage, dramatic lighting, and floor-to-ceiling bottle displays, it’s the ultimate statement piece for both function and show. Plus, it gives you the perfect excuse to “collect.”
Ready to Design the Ultimate Bar?
Whether you’re dreaming up a sleek cocktail corner or a full-blown wine room and tap setup, we can help you design a bar space that fits your style, your lifestyle, and your favorite drink. Cheers to that.
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