Effortless Elegance: Upgrading Your Home Bar to Impress and Inspire

Summer is the season for sipping on cocktails at long, drawn out dinner parties over dwindling candlelight and deep conversations. As the sky darkens and the night grows long, what better way to settle into a dreamy summer evening than being able to mix fresh drinks at your stunning home bar?

Whether you’re looking to remodel your existing space or design a stunning new set up, we’re here to inspire you with unique ideas to transform your home bar into a space where you can make magical memories. Below, we’re breaking down the ways that you can upgrade your home bar based on your unique personal style – so let’s get into it.

Make it Modern

If you're drawn to sleek lines, minimalism, and contemporary aesthetics, a modern home bar is just what you need. Opt for a monochromatic colour scheme with subtle pops of vibrant hues.?

Our new Mond Collection (coming soon) is the perfect focal point for your home bar. With adjustable colour combinations, the power to customize the details lies in your hands. The collection features easy-to-swap-out details, like colourful faucet handles. Swap out gorgeous, vibrant colours based on the occasion, your mood or the season – all with easy to add, and remove, colour swatches. Be the first to hear when this collection drops by signing up for our wait list.?

Also, to modernize your home bar, it’s worth investing in a statement bar counter with smooth edges and chic bar stools. To feel particularly classy, keep the bar well-stocked with high-quality spirits and mixers, so you can effortlessly craft classic cocktails and innovative concoctions (Flirtinis, anyone?)? to impress your guests.

Create a Cozy Corner

For those who cherish the warmth of rustic ambiance, creating a cozy home bar is the way to go.

Utilize natural materials, like reclaimed wood, for the bar counter, and use exposed brick or stone walls, and warm, earthy tones for the decor. You can also install dimmable, soft lighting fixtures to set the mood, and add comfortable seating with plush cushions for your guests to kick back and relax. Make sure that you also include some greenery and potted plants to infuse a touch of nature into the space.?

Transform Your Space into a Tropical Oasis

Transport yourself to an exotic island with a vibrant tiki-themed home bar. Lean into this fun, kitschy theme by adding bamboo furniture to your space and decking out the design with tropical prints and colourful decor elements (like pretty, bright pink flowers). You can also install bamboo blinds for a cute, beachside bar touch. To really bring it up a notch, why not mix up fruity, island-punchy cocktails and play some tropical tunes in the background (think “Margaritaville”) to complete the vacation-like atmosphere.

Open up an Outdoor Oasis

Embrace the tranquility of the outdoors by setting up your home bar in the garden or on the patio. A well-designed outdoor bar will be the highlight of your summer gatherings. Use weather-resistant materials for the bar counter and seating to ensure durability, like granite. For a twinkling, twilight touch, install string lights or lanterns to create a peaceful atmosphere during the evenings. Add some cozy blankets and pillows to ensure that everyone is comfortable and cozy when the temperature drops. Celebrate the natural vibe with seasonal cocktails that highlight the fruits and herbs that are in season, like summer peaches and fall apples.?

Fuel Your Functional Design

An outdoor bar wouldn’t be complete without high-quality fixtures that make your space functional. Vogt’s Vienna sink is the perfect addition to your outdoor bar. With a basket strainer included, this durable sink makes rinsing fruit for cocktails a breeze.

Also, consider adding accessories that will streamline your space – like Vogt’s new Drau Workstation (coming soon). This efficient workstation sets you up for success with a sliding grate and built-in cutting board for easy prep and cleanup.?

Regardless of the style you choose, don't forget to add personal touches to make your home bar truly unique. Display your favourite spirits and glassware, and consider including a chalkboard or a framed cocktail menu to write down your signature drinks. You can also hang framed prints and pictures that represent the style of the bar you’d love to emanate, whether it’s Cheers or Bemelmans in New York.

Whether you lean towards sleek, modern elegance or cozy, rustic charm, your new home bar is just a few improvements and additions away.