A breakfast bar is such a cute addition to any kitchen, but it can be stressful to try to decorate it when you really can’t fit much in the space. This blog post will take you through some stunning small kitchen bar ideas that you will love!
Kitchen bars are becoming more and more popular these days as people shift away from the typical dining room table. Sometimes it’s preference and sometimes it’s out of necessity.
Regardless of what you need it for, it’s a great space in your kitchen that you can design anyway you want. There are endless decor options, from cozy and comfy to modern and sleek.
Whatever your preference is, this blog post will take you through so many options, you’re bound to find one that you like!
If you enjoy this blog post, you should definitely take a look at this one about small kitchen decor ideas on a budget. Or if you’re really interested in starting a home project, check out Houzz to start working on your own dream kitchen bar!
This blog post is all about small kitchen bar ideas.
Stunning Small Kitchen Bar Ideas
1. Corner neutrals
Starting off with the smallest on the list, the photo shows how you can add a kitchen bar to almost any space. This really showcases what maximizing your space means when it comes to a small kitchen. Although it’s nestled in the corner, it doesn’t seem crammed or uncomfortable. The different neutrals really tie nicely together with the matching shelf and stools.
Meanwhile, you would absolutely miss the metal pole helping hold the bar up if you didn’t look carefully. It fits so seamlessly into the design of the room that you would almost never notice that it’s there, which is exactly what you would want. Top it off with some natural plant life and bright lighting, this space is a great idea for a small kitchen bar that needs minimal space to achieve.
2. Minimalistic and clean
If you’re into the more minimalistic decor space, this might be more your style. The photo above shows how you don’t necessarily need to create an entire nook for your bar. This is yet another great example of maximizing the space you do have.
They placed the bar smartly right below the window to allow for the most natural light possible, which really illuminates the entire space, making it feel larger than it is. Even though they only have two bar stools, you could easily fit three with the amount of space available. This example shows that you can add pieces to your small kitchen space without it feeling overcrowded. You just need to go about it the right way!
3. Shades of gray
If you’re a lover of millennial gray, then I know you’ll like this option. The soft neutrals coupled with the plant life balance each other, while the beautiful natural light brings it all together. This is modern and simple design, but it truly showcases that less is more.
The bar stools match perfectly with its bar counterpart, keeping with a black, gray, and white color scheme. The only suggestion for added comfort would be to exchange the bar stools for something with a back to it.
4. Sleek and modern
This sleek and modern small kitchen bar is a great example of when cozy meets chic. The wooden floors provides a natural element that goes nicely with the black and white stone. This option steers away from bar stools and provides a more comfortable seating option with backs.
You really don’t know how much having backs on your chairs make a difference until you try to get comfortable on a bar stool! What upgrades this small kitchen bar is the lifted portion of the bar. It brings the bar up to a more comfortable level so you or your guests aren’t bent over, trying to eat. This is a very typical issue for kitchen bars like this, and they solved it nicely.
5. Colorful and cozy
With all the focus on minimalism these days, it’s refreshing to see decor like in the photo above. This mix of rich colors and bright patterns can bring a certain level of nostalgia and comfort in comparison to the bare and simplistic decor of modern kitchens. Although bold and bright, these kitchen chairs just scream cozy with its plush leather seats and ample back support.
Even though the bar is pretty small, it’s still a great use of the space given. The best option while actually using the bar might be to move one of the chairs over to the side in order to seat everyone comfortably.
6. Wooden futuristic
This combination kitchen gives you all the vibes of having a modern kitchen with the natural elements to keep it grounded. The beautiful wooden accents and plant life combined with the super sleek chairs and bar strikes a nice balance.
Some similar combinations have difficulty maintaining the warmth of the space, especially with more modern kitchen decor. The wood helps keep that homey feeling while still creating a sleek and updated look. This is a perfect example of how to utilize wood in a way that doesn’t feel dated.
7. Nostalgic wood
Even though this is showcasing some more outdated decor, this is a perfect example of utilizing the space that you do have for a small kitchen bar. It’s also a popular option among those who really enjoy the open-space concept for their home. Despite the nostalgic feel of the wood, both the bar and chairs are at perfect heights for a comfortable seating position.
This can often be an issue with having a kitchen bar, especially when you have growing kids. One improvement to this piece would be to have chairs that have the ability to swivel, so you are able to use these as an additional seat for the living area as well!
8. Natural finishes
If you’re into a natural, relaxing decor theme, you should definitely use this picture for inspiration for your own space. The combination of earthy tones and different textures is a welcome difference from modern looks. Additionally, this is a great example of the typical layout that you would see in an apartment setting.
The kitchen bar backs up to the living room, but it doesn’t feel crammed. Having two instead of three modern yet cozy bar stools was a good choice to maintain that feeling. This is a perfect option for those who don’t have the space for a kitchen table as well as those who like to entertain. Those kitchen bar stools instantly turn around and become a living room piece when needed.
9. Small yet cozy
Speaking of cozy, this photo above is the epitome of maximizing the space you’re given! This showcases another small apartment layout that you may come into contact with. Although it doesn’t originally offer any storage, the tall, wooden addition takes that into consideration.
When we say functional decor, this is a great example of that. It has a nice, sleek architectural design that allows you to showcase your kitchen items as well as creating a cute, little bar for you to enjoy your meals or entertain guests.
10. Granite and wood
Here’s another example of utilizing space that may not necessarily be part of the kitchen for your bar. It is seemingly borrowing a little space from the living room, which is a very popular option these days.
Even though this small kitchen bar doesn’t match perfectly with the bar stools, the beautiful granite countertop and rich dark wood is a great combination. The wood brings a nice warmth to the space while the granite makes it modern.
11. Classy and timeless
Whoever said that having too much black in your kitchen can make your space look smaller hasn’t seen this beautiful example. The combination of black and dark wood brings a natural warmth to a modern kitchen, with a gorgeous, elevated bar right in the middle.
This is such a great option to create the needed separation between where you prepare your food and where you eat your food. The elevated counter also brings up the bar to a comfortable space, ensuring that whoever sits there won’t be hurting their back.
12. Extended countertop
The photo above showcases an atypical solution for a small kitchen bar, but that’s not to say it’s not a smart option. It seems as though they removed the cabinets and forfeited the storage space in order to add a small kitchen bar for seating. It’s likely that the space they have available isn’t large enough to fit a small table or they wanted some extra seating.
Whatever the case, this is a clever option that people don’t often think of. Unfortunately, the bar height in comparison to the seat height seems a little uncomfortable, especially if you are taller than usual. A different set of chairs would be a good improvement for this setup.
13. Modern stone
Although this isn’t the smallest kitchen bar you could see, it is a stunning stone option that is both sleek and chic. It provides plenty of ample space for three large, counter-height chairs to fit comfortably.
The chairs, although stylish, don’t seem to be the most comfortable option, but that could easily be rectified with a cozier option that at least has an added cushion. The upside to chairs like this since they are in the kitchen, they are very easily cleaned. This is most likely why they were chosen in the first place (and I don’t blame them!).
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