Kitchen bar open to living room

The homeowners hired SMC Interior Design for their newly constructed beach vacation property. They wanted the design to be traditional, but with light, contemporary finishes.“Susan is up to date with what’s in fashion, modern and traditional,” said Pat and Al, the homeowners.We incorporated traditional millwork and built-ins. Extra-wide, maple plank flooring is featured in the […]

A reader named Kimberly sent me photos of her newly remoed kitchen.When you live in a 180-year old house like hers in Virginia, a kitchen remo can pose special challenges.For instance, you don’t want it to lo too “brand new” and out of place with the surrounding rooms, and hers certainly doesn’t. Take a lo!She […]

Fixer Upper: A section of wall between the kitchen and living room was removed to create this pass-through with serving bar on HGTV.com.

Ideal wall cutout stone counter

Adding overhang space to a kitchen counter is an easy way to make bar space. The overhang can be a rectangular extension or a semi-circle shape. You can use a typical counterspace along one wall of the kitchen or an island to make the conversion.

Looking to elevate your living space? These 18 creative and functional home bar design ideas offer inspiration for every style. From sleek modern designs to rustic charm, you’ll find unique ways to build a home bar that fits your space and entertains your guests in style. Ready to elevate your space? Explore these home bar designs and create the perfect entertaining area! #HomeBarDesign #BarInspo #EntertainingSpace #HomeDecorIdeas #LivingSpaceUpgrade

All-new episodes of Christina on the Coast are headed your way on HGTV.com, and we have the first look at Christina Anstead's latest design makeovers.