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IT ’ S TIME TO SWOON OVER THESE
HOME BAR INTERIOR TIPS
Say goodbye to the drinks trolley and hello home bar ! It comes as no
surprise nearly 39,000 people per month are searching online for stylish home bar inspiration , with it being top of the wish list in 2021 .
Since you ’ re going to need a killer set-up that goes beyond a well-stocked cabinet of your finest wines , Swoon , the UK ’ s leading innovative online furniture brand , is highlighting some chic home bar ideas to inspire you .
STYLISH STORAGE SOLUTIONS :
Creating a stylish storage solution is key to any home bar .
If you ’ re short of space and need to use an area in your lounge or dining room , simply add some built-in shelving or floating shelves as the centrepiece of your display . Sleek and chic shelving such as the functional Jackman or the industrial
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Lubeck are perfect backdrops to show off your gin collection and cocktail glasses .
If you have a larger area you can utilise , a storage unit will do just the trick , adding further dimension to the room . If you ’ re considering a more elegant look , why not blend a rich timber design to compliment the room with the Etna unit . Or for a more contemporary showstopper , the Norrebro is a natural oak-stained mango wood grain with all the right ‘ shelfie ’ angles .
And let ’ s not forget the sideboard option . Not only will it make for a serious statement piece for your home bar , it ’ s the perfect solution for clutter-clearing . For those with a mid-century room vibe , the Terning is the perfect fit thanks to its textured façade leaving you completely mesmerised . If ‘ modern-day ’ chic is more your thing , the Banner sideboard is richly coloured and complete with a flash of brass to add those bold doses of depth to your room .
Oh , the endless possibilities …
CREATIVE IMPACT .
So , once you ’ ve established your home bar area , it ’ s time to embrace your inner creativity . After all , it needs to appear seamless to the rest of the room .
If you ’ ve designed a home bar that has its own area , seating should form part of the design plan . Adding two or three bar stools will not only add authenticity to your home bar design but give it that much-needed finish it needs . For a more modern look , industrial styling is well and truly back . The Thibaut is an obvious choice to add functionality and sentiment . For a more vintage look , the honeycomb-inspired Coombes bar stool oozes uniqueness and beauty .
Now to the little touches . Mirrors are the easiest way to brighten an area . Simply hang a mirror as your backsplash above your bar set-up and it will instantly feel more polished and ‘ together ’. A couple of our favourites include the hexagonal brass Nemo or the opulent Verso to give your room the illusion of space and an all-important Deco-esque charm . And don ’ t forget to spruce up the shelves with plants ( in varying heights ), artwork and of course , cocktail recipe books .
GET IT LIT .
Finishing your home bar with the right lighting is a must . A pendant light will create stand-out and complete the look , adding a modern feel . If you ’ re looking for simplicity , the Midi geometric copper-plated steel pendant is hard to refuse . Alternatively , opt for a spherical shade - the Capella is a musthave spotlight which will fit effortlessly into any room . Top tip : If you really want to recreate that pub or bar vibe atmosphere , remember to opt for low wattage bulbs .