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Thanks to your knack for serving up crowd-pleasing concoctions, your home bar is always the hub of excitement at parties. But without a properly-styled bar countertop, ambiance can suffer – drowning out even the maddest of mixology skills. Here are eleven ideas to keep your bar en vogue, so you can focus on what truly matters: tending to it!

1. Fresh-Picked Garnish

Amid a plethora of glasses and bottles, a sparkling vase sneaks in decorative charm.

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Nothing but the Kitchen Sink

No need for frills. ‘Clean and simple’ = more space for tending bar.

3. Old World Wonders

Eau de vie, ready-to-serve.

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Chic, Straight Up

A new set of monochrome drinkware à la mode? We can’t think of a better reason to throw a party!

5. Keg Party

Now serving: rustic decor, on tap!

6. Chill Vibes

When the bar’s got wheels, keep bottles safely tucked away in a decorative basket for (stylish) insurance.

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7. Copper Spritz

Nothing like a good malt liquor to warm up a cold evening – except, of course, sunny statement decor!

8. By-the-Book

A stack of coffee table – ahem, bar table – books = smart style.

9. Citrus Burst

Air infused with seasonal colors makes the imbibing all the more refreshing.

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10. Bartender’s Choice

Sometimes, chicest decor is in the last place we’d expect. When cubbies, shelves and baskets are color-coordinated and tidy, what’s behind the bar can be just as decorative as what’s on top of it!

11. Art of Curation

Guests dropping in without notice? Be ready for spontaneous hosting with a tray of crowd-pleasing beverages – that doubles as statement decor.

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60 Best Home Bar Ideas

Julian Wass

Going bar hopping is fun and all, but sometimes you just prefer drinking at home in your pajamas. And honestly, nothing could be more relaxing than a nightcap in your stylish home bar. Or, maybe you still like to go out, but also want the option to entertain and turn your own space into something that rivals the coolest of clubs (or dive bars, if that's more your speed). Since you'll need a killer set-up that goes beyond a well-stocked cabinet of booze, we're spotlighting over fifty chic home bar ideas from our favorite designers to inspire you. Whether you want to build out a home bar, or you just want to roll up a bar cart or turn part of your kitchen counter into a mixology zone, we've got ideas to help you make it happen below.

Studio Osklo

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Customize Storage Space

Studio Osklo made use of a windowless space in this L.A. home by turning it into a modern home bar. They carved out two corner nooks with built-in shelving, cabinets, and even a sink. The narrow console ensures a streamlined look while still providing extra room for taste tests and hangs.

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Noe DeWitt

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Sneak in Personal Touches

In this Palm Beach bar designed by Phoebe Howard, swiveling vintage barstools have seats embroidered with a duck in a nest that the client's daughter designed, a nod to the home's longtime nickname ("The Duck's Nest").

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Trevor Tondro

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Add a Mirror Backsplash

Tuck mini wine fridges into enclosed cabinets, then flank them around a central wine cubby for an aesthetically pleasing and functional display in a narrow nook. The smokey mirrored backsplash brings the right touch of formal style to this space designed by Mallory Kaye, too.

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Emily Followill

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Get Creative With Doors

In a Texas home by Meredith McBrearty, homeowners and their guests can hang out in a swanky bar within the study, where a porthole door adds a nautical feel.

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Emily J Followill

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Bring Drinks in on a Tray

No space for a full home bar? No problem. Transfer your liquor to pretty decanters and glass bottles and then put them, along with your glasses, on a serving tray (or even more exciting, a Lazy Susan!). Then place the tray on a console table, desk, or really any surface in the living room as a makeshift home bar. Designer Lathem Gordon set out some hors d'oeuvres right next to the bar display for good measure.

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LAURE JOLIET

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Channel a Speakeasy

If you're bisecting one room into separate zones, create an actual dividing line with a counter (plus, it gives you a place to sit during tastings). Here, Reath Designs color blocked to separate the two "rooms" further, with the adjoining family room featuring a like green color and the moody bar area boasting a deeper shade of green as well as dark eggplant. The internal stained glass windows in the right corner were the jumping-off point.

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Read McKendree

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Use Your Garnishes as Decor!

Limes are a home bar essential, but aside from being a great cocktail ingredient, they also brighten up a space. In this tropical oasis designed by Kevin Isbell, the bowl of limes speaks to the real greenery as well as the floral curtains.

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Emily Followill

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Get Playful

Designed by Meredith McBrearty, this basement wine cellar is cozy and comfy—the perfect place for lounging and sipping. And where better to have a little fun than at the bar? The moveable sconces here are a playful touch; sometimes the hands will be arranged in a Texas Longhorn gesture or flipping the bird, depending on the day.

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Tamsin Johnson Interiors

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Employ Strategic Task Lighting

Tamsin Johnson Interiors embraces the cavernous nature of this small, windowless room by opting for moody materials and colors, from the black marble backsplash and khaki-toned paint. As a result, it feels mysterious and romantic—plus, the strategic task lighting makes it extra functional.

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Laure Joliet

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Customize to Your Space and Lifestyle

Stock your little bar nook for morning, noon, and night. Nestled right next to a casual built-in dining nook, this Reath Design home bar made the best of sloped ceilings with custom shelves for glassware, mugs, and booze, and then kept the remaining counters clear without skimping on storage by hanging a curtain to hide essentials tucked below the sink.

Leanne Ford Interiors

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Keep Records Nearby

Store your liquor and barware near your records to ensure a good time. In this rustic cabin designed by Leanne Ford Interiors, the retro bones of the space lend themselves well to a record display.

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Thomas Loof

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Match Glassware to Cabinets

This glossy home bar designed by Ashley Whitaker is the perfect blueprint for anyone with a glassware collection they'd proudly display. Here, the cobalt and lime glasses both speak to the deep marine cabinets.

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Stephen Kent Johnson

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Invest in Custom Millwork

Designed by Studio Shamshiri, this home bar is like a little speakeasy. The sliding doors open to a spacious serving bar. This way, you can keep it closed up and save space when you're not entertaining.

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Brian Doben

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Hack a Secretary Desk

We aren't all in a position to dedicate a whole closet to booze storage, or, sometimes not even a whole long media cabinet or armoire. So shrink things down with a smaller secretary desk. It's easy to tuck everything away when it's not in use or when you need to open up a walkway in a narrow hall or corner. We're digging the surprising yellow gloss inside this one in a living room by Philip Gorrivan.

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Read McKendree

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Load Up a Bookshef

Elizabeth Cooper Interior Design chose an unexpectedly striking color combination: cool blue and gray tones and rich chocolate browns. The de Gurnay wallpaper brings the entryway to life and also makes it feel like a sophisticated study, thanks to the library-inspired book cabinet-turned-minibar.

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Lesley Unruh

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Consider Installing a Dishwasher

Just around the corner from the kitchen designed by Sarah Blank is a fully stocked home bar. A matching cocktail center features custom shelves and, even better, a disguised dishwasher for easy cleanup.

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James Merrell

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Count on Serving Trays

Pretty bottles don't need to be stashed away! Keep your collection out in the open on a tray in your dining room or living room atop a dresser or cabinet. Another pro tip? Maximize the perceived size of your space with a mirror above the buffet, as designer Ellen Kavanaugh did in this whimsical Florida home.

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James Merrell

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Bounce Light With a Mirror

For this Palm Beach living room, designer John Fondas turned a shallow closet into an out-of-the-way bar nook by removing the doors and building in cabinets. Tortoise wallpaper by Schumacher gives it a Caribbean feel.

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Helen Norman

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Stock It Well

A simple custom concrete bar is stocked with ice cream and booze in this home bar designed by Lauren Liess. Exposed beams warm up the industrial elements.

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Francesco Lagnese

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Add Dutch Doors

A dutch door in this living room designed by Carrier and Company conceals a small but fully functioning wet bar. The farmhouse veneer allows it to blend right in, and, style aside, the bisected door enables easy reach-in access.

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PAUL RAESIDE

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Fill a China Cabinet in the Dining Room

Stock a China cabinet with bar supplies for easy prep without having to go back to the kitchen in the middle of meals. Glass enclosures and a light stain ensure that it doesn't feel too big and bulky in this dining room by Anne Hepfner.

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House Beautiful

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Build In Niches

Lauren Liess carved square niches in the Jeruselum stone wall at this wine bar and fitted it with rebar to store wine bottles.

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Jared Kuzia

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Plumb It

The prep sink and under-counter refrigerator drawer in this bar by designer Vani Sayeed allow for seamless serving and quick clean-up. Pull-out trays also enable extra counter space in an instant.

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jen morley burner

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Separate Two Connected Areas

High Street Homes utilized a narrow, ceiling-height brass shelving unit from the luxury custom fabricator Amuneal to connect this kitchen and bar, keeping them visually joined but functionally separated.

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Laure Joliet

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Use a Corner Shelving System

This freestanding storage piece hits the small-space home bar jackpot. It's slim enough to slide into a corner without blocking any prime usable space, and the minimalist design ensures that it doesn't take up too much visual real estate either. That way, we can focus on the superb lines of this sofa in a living room by ETC.etera.

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Nick Glimenakis

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Add a Dining-Adjacent Buffet

The open loft space called for an exposed home bar instead of an entirely separate room, so designer Jae Joo added a bespoke corner unit to function as both a mixing station and a buffet for dinner parties.

TRIA GIOVAN

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Provide Seating for Sipping

When designing a wine cellar you can also host guests in, it's best to keep wine behind glass in a climate-controlled zone and then use the rest of the useable space for a lounge area so you can keep both your wine and your guests comfy. Interior designer Suzanne Kasler designed this wine room for clients who love hosting (read: wining and dining) their large extended family.

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Julian Wass

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Skirted Pantry Shelves

Designed by Gary McBournie, this dapper walk-in pantry is also serving double duty as a home bar. To add instant hidden storage, enclose your shelves with a fabric skirt.

Meghan Beierle-O'Brien

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Secure a Library Ladder

Maximize storage by using all your vertical space and then installing a library ladder to reach the items stashed up top. Caren Rideau transformed this kitchen corner into a dedicated home bar by building cabinets all the way to the ceiling.

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CHRISTIAN GARIBALDI

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Stash In a Drawer

Even a well-organized drawer can become a home bar. To prevent all your bottles, cans, and other pantry items from toppling over in their respective drawers, purchase some drawer organizers that help keep them all in place. Heidi Piron Design and Cabinetry installed flexible dividers here to keep liquor bottles from clanking together, but separators will be handy for anything in your pantry drawers, really.

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5 do-it-yourself bar counter options - INMYROOM

A couple of decades ago, many saw a bar counter only in special establishments (cafes, restaurants). But today everyone self-respected owner, when renovating the kitchen, he simply has to think about building a bar in the kitchen.

This article will focus on methods that help make the bar your own hands, using any materials to your taste. Besides, we will tell you about the main parts of the design, and what you should pay attention to, to make your bar counter original and functional. nine0003

Benefits

Using a minibar in your home - this is not only an original design move. A similar idea, having positive qualities, thereby helping you solve a number of problems:
No. 1. Divide the kitchen a place for cooking and a dining room, that is, a place where you will have lunch;
No. 2. In studio apartments the rack can be a conditional section between the kitchen and the hallway. And if you pick colors correctly, you won’t even need to tell guests about the existence borders; nine0009 No. 3. table alternative, in apartments with small kitchens. It is also beneficial if the apartment does not live more than 2 people;
No. 4. Inviting friends over you will surely impress them. After all, this is a real decoration. kitchens. Look at the bars with your own hands, the photos of which are presented just below - the interior of you inspire.

Construction types

The main thing to start with is project development. Any construction plan should be based on the type designs. There are two main elements - a tabletop and a base. But their size and the shape depends on many factors: the amount of free space, functions, place to be placed indoors. Based on this, it is worth mentioning basic design options. nine0003

Separate bar outside the kitchen

This is a great idea for those whom a large living space. You can make a bar separately from the kitchen, with square counter (you can round the corners) with an open place for entry "bartender", stand height 1.3 meters, on the reverse side to place several chairs with high legs for guests. Cabinets can be hung above the structure for drinks and dishes, but there is an option to make the rack itself consisting of open niches, and put some dishes on them. Also can be done at the bar separate sink for washing dishes. nine0003

"Monoblock"

This design is a design that sits on a square base. You can build drawers into it (or shelves) for drinks and dishes. Usually close to a rectangular shape is only the base, but the countertop can be made in any shape.

"With pipe"

Very popular design style. The main support is the "pipe" - metal a pole that “pierces” the rack through and through from ceiling to floor. On the other side - also two pipe legs that rest against the rack. Design type is perfect suitable for small spaces. nine0003

Stop point

One leg is made, and the other side rests against the wall, table or windowsill. For this option, it is necessary to take into account the color structure that will serve as a support. But it's not so much technical. the problem, how much of a design one, can often be solved already at the final stage.

Stacked

This type of construction is often combined with one of the above. The main feature is the presence of several level table. After deciding on type of construction, it is necessary to set the height of the rack. On average, a classic bar counter for the kitchen should be 0.9-1.1 meters, however, it will be normal if you allow deviations "under myself". After all, this is your home, and first of all, it should be convenient for you. Same you should decide whether there will be chairs and how many are needed. The main thing is they should be on high legs, as well as aesthetically combined with the rack.

Material selection

After decided on the type of construction, you should proceed to the choice of material. Bar The rack consists of two parts: a tabletop and a base. There are designers who It is recommended that both elements be made from the same material. However, there are many examples when a do-it-yourself bar counter was made from several different The main materials for manufacturing can be Chipboard, drywall, wood, brick or stone. Most craftsmen prefer make bar counters for the kitchen from chipboard, primarily because of the low cost. nine0003

The advantage of this worktop is the simplicity of working with the material, as well as the ability to choose any coloring. However, the downside is that chipboard is poorly resistant to moisture, and in the kitchen it can become a problem. The stone looks more solid, however, it is expensive, and sometimes technically complex material. The complexity of the tree is that it requires special skills. A bar counter made of bricks, due to its severity, will become an impossible project for houses with wooden floors.

In addition, when creating a rack from chipboard you will need metal structures for the frame. You can also use special overhead corners and glass. Think before choosing a material not only about the price, but also about the quality, because the kitchen is a specific place, which requires resistance to temperature, moisture, as well as to mechanical injuries (cuts, bumps). nine0003

Do it yourself

After we have developed project, choose the type of construction, and also decided on the main building material, you can proceed to implementation of the project.

Tools

Tool selection directly depends on the material you are going to work with. Definitely needed have with you:

Other tools are required if working:
With wood:

With stone:

This is not a complete list as your design project may be so special that there will be a need for additional tools. Now let's take a closer look at the individual projects from various materials. nine0003

Plasterboard

Many builders are very love this material, because any creative idea with it can be embodied in reality. Bar counter from drywall is created according to the following scheme. To get started, you need to do metal carcass. Remember that its strength will depend structural durability. To make the frame more rigid, the corners should be made from a solid part of the metal, that is, simply bending. For convenience, do cuts with scissors for metal.

Also make the frames of two walls, connecting them with a transverse profile. Profiles can be fixed with cutter. For fastening to the wall and floor, dowels should be used. After complete the frame, be sure to check it for strength. Now go to the use of drywall. If you planned to make a backlight in the rack, run the cables before laying.

cover the gaps with the use of a mounting grid. Gaps between rack and wall should be sealed with sealant. Then you should paint your creation. If you don't want to use drywall, then there are a number of other materials, but completely from it should not be abandoned. From it you can make shelves, coasters and others. DIY minibar design elements. nine0003

Made of wood

Kitchen bar counters made of wood the same scheme as a similar drywall process: first do frame, and then attach the tree. Only in this case your framework will be wooden. Make markings on the floor where the structure will be located. Then fasten the wooden blocks to the floor and wall. Frame sheathing can be done with using MDF sheets.

The worktop must be prepared in advance: polish, make all design points (corners, “waves” on side surface). Before applying varnish, you should process the bar rack with materials to protect against flammability, as well as means for corrosion protection. Cover the cracks with sealant, then you can varnish. nine0003

Made of stone

Do-it-yourself bar counter made of this material is considered the most elite and presentable option. Most experts recommend polished granite. It is resistant to shock, temperature extremes, cuts. For hostesses, a bonus will be the fact that granite very rarely gets dirty. Several bases can be used types of stone, which will make your rack aesthetically appealing. table top may be a different color and even style with a base. To give her finished look, its edges should be covered with a decorative chamfer. nine0003

Please note that for working with stone you will need special tools, as well as knowledge and skills, because working with stone is much more difficult than with chipboard. And yet, if the bar counter is made of stone with your own hands - your dream, but at the same time its cost is too high, there is a good alternative - fake diamond.

Lighting and accessories

Another addition to your the bar will be lit. This is what creates the atmosphere and immediately rushes into eyes. The easiest option is a separate chandelier under the ceiling, above the bar. Not it is worth abandoning this idea because of the seeming banality. Can choose excellent design (besides, thematic) chandelier. Also, this is an option can be combined with another, weaker way of lighting. Do special suspended ceiling and place several lamps of different power in it and level. nine0003

Second lighting option there will be a halogen lamp under the table top. But if the main material you stone, you will have to abandon this idea. Truth can be created an additional glass structure, and place a lamp there.

To make your home bar become no worse than in elite restaurants, you should use special dimmers. With their help, you can change the intensity of light.

When the bar counter with your own hands is completed, you should think about it complete set: dishes, coasters, possibly drawings and illustrations. All in all, let your counter become a full-fledged bar. By the way, ideas about accessories can be taken from existing bars. And most importantly, don't forget fill the mini-bar with something without which it cannot exist - drinks. nine0003

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Photo of the idea of ​​a bar in the interior of the kitchen.

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80 photos, kitchen design with breakfast bar

It's not for nothing that bar counters for the kitchen are gaining more and more popularity in interior design: they are comfortable, roomy, look stylish, and also help save space. Only in order to correctly fit the design into the ensemble of the room, it is necessary to have an idea about the configuration, model range and other features of this type of furniture. More details in our article! nine0003

What are they and why are they needed

A bar counter is a high tabletop on supports, which is often a continuation of the working area. She usually comes with bar stools, and the whole ensemble creates a relaxing stylish atmosphere.

But in addition to external aesthetics, bar counters also have a number of advantages that distinguish them from other types of furniture. Unlike conventional tables, they often include extra space for crockery and other kitchen utensils. You can even fit large appliances into the rack, like a dishwasher or an electric oven. Owners of a small area will appreciate this property. nine0003

In addition, a complete kitchen bar counter is considered a multifunctional item that saves space. It can include not only dining, but also working areas, not to mention storage spaces. A kitchen with such furniture looks modern, fits many styles, but more on that later.

However, don't run to the store right away: despite the significant advantages, this solution is not suitable for every kitchen. Firstly, the racks are rarely able to accommodate more than three people, and large models look out of place even in a spacious room, resembling the interior of a bar. nine0003

Secondly, due to the monolithic design, the rack is not mobile, like, for example, a dining table, which, if necessary, can be moved to another location.

Types of bar counters for the kitchen

To enjoy the advantages of bar counters, owners of apartments with different layouts could enjoy, today there are a large variety of their types. They differ in shape, location options and equipment.

Island bar counter

nine0002 The interior of the kitchen is built around this item, which can be combined with the work area. Suitable for large rooms or combined with the living room. Such bar counters differ in shape: semicircular, U- or L-shaped. They are a separate part of the kitchen set, made in the same style, which creates the effect of integrity.

Bar counter built into furniture

The bar counter is part of a countertop or other element, while continuing in any direction. There are many placement options: as part of a kitchen island, work area, and sometimes even a window sill. nine0003

The last look is perfect for small kitchens as it makes use of the normally inactive area next to the window. Besides, who doesn't enjoy looking at the scenery while having breakfast?

Bar counter-partition

A popular solution for open-plan studio apartments that require logical zoning of premises. In this case, the bar counter can separate the kitchen from the living room, while offering a comfortable place to eat. Often it is a continuation of the wall and is located parallel to the main furniture. nine0003

Level bar counter

This is a narrow platform that is installed above the workplace from the opposite side, without taking up extra space. The only recommendation is to purchase higher chairs.

Mini bar counter

When choosing a bar counter for a small kitchen, it is better to pay attention to small models with laconic equipment. Often these are a kind of bar "wings" no more than a meter long, which can accommodate no more than two people. But for many small-sized owners who live alone, this will be enough. nine0003

Bar counter materials

Not only the appearance of the bar for the kitchen depends on the choice of the necessary material, but also the characteristics, the method of care and, of course, the cost. Consider the most common options.

Laminated chipboard

One of the most affordable types at a relatively low price. At the same time, laminated chipboard offers a wide variety of design solutions, imitations of stone, wood or unusual prints. It has high resistance to external influence of moisture, high temperatures, which is important for the kitchen. But due to low strength and non-environmental friendliness, such a model will not last a long time. nine0003

Acrylic

The advantage of this material is its flexibility and suppleness - it can be used to create furniture of various shapes, with bends, bulges, even curly elements. It will fit perfectly into the interior in a modern style, where interesting design ideas are appropriate. A futuristic kitchen is definitely not complete without the glossy, flowing surface characteristic of acrylic.

Natural stone

Has a luxurious, rich texture that can be used as a decorative component in itself. Bar counters for the kitchen made of natural stone are usually ordered complete with other kitchen furniture, since the "consonance" of materials in space plays an important role. But keep in mind that this is an expensive species that requires special care. nine0003

Glass

Of course, not the most practical solution, which even after special processing remains fragile when compared with other materials. In addition, the glass is quite cold and "unfriendly" to the touch. But the unique appearance of the products eliminates all the shortcomings if aesthetics plays a key role in the interior. The transparent texture, as well as the variability of colors, will make such a bar counter a key element in the kitchen. Works well with other materials.

nine0006 How to fit into the interior

Bar counters are a modern type of furniture, but this does not mean that they cannot fit into different interior styles. At the same time, they often come with a kitchen set, which simplifies the creation of a holistic image of the interior.

Classic style kitchen bar counter

Classic puts forward universal criteria for each element, adjusting to which, you can harmoniously fit even a bar counter. It is best to use natural materials, preferably wood, with carved inserts, patterns and laconic equipment. nine0003

The rack in this style should have a standard, rectangular shape. It is recommended to give preference to the island model, only there should be a lot of space in the kitchen for such a solution. However, the classics always love large areas, so this point must be taken into account in advance.

Modern kitchen bar counter

Things are different with the modern kitchen, the substantive content of which is primarily functional. The main requirement is that the bar counter should take into account the features of the space, becoming its logical continuation. nine0003

The decor is not shaped details, but the material, the combination of matt and gloss, the shape, which can be presented in all possible options, as well as the color scheme.

Provence style kitchen bar counter

Style has common features with the classic, but has a completely different image. Provence is lightness, naturalness and simplicity. The bar counter for such a kitchen should be made of natural wood, and then painted white. However, any tone from the pastel range will look organic here. nine0003

It is recommended to give preference to antique items, with noticeable layers of time and history. But for this effect, you can artificially age the furniture - such a solution will help create the right atmosphere.

Minimalist kitchen bar counter

Everything is simple with minimalism - laconic colors, shapes, lines, lack of decorative elements. Geometry plays a huge role in such an interior, so even the bar counter resembles rather a rectangular piece of material, the beauty of which is revealed in an ensemble with other elements. nine0003

Loft style kitchen bar counter

The bar counter will look most natural in such a kitchen. The loft is characterized by a combination of details of industrial or public spaces, the composition of which surprisingly acquires a cozy character in a private room. Wooden as well as concrete surfaces look very stylish and appropriate here. It is better if the texture has a slightly raw look.

Bar counters for a small kitchen

Not everyone is a happy owner of spacious apartments, where you can easily fit a bar counter of any model. But there are optimal options, using which your kitchen will acquire a unique and stylish look.

Let's note right away that you will have to refuse a full-fledged bar counter! In a small kitchen, it will be possible to accommodate a countertop up to 90 cm, which is part of a wall or other items.

The island model can be purchased if the kitchen is combined with the living room, and the furniture plays the role of a partition. Just make sure that there is enough space between the parallel headsets for free movement. nine0003

Mini stands are the best option for small spaces. Indeed, even without a complete set, bar countertops are better than ordinary dining tables, as they take up less space.

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